Special Occasions There are times throughout the year, including holidays or when celebrating milestones, when being apart from family is especially difficult for someone who is incarcerated. To ease that stress, the IDOC holds special events throughout the year to promote family engagement.
Some facilities host family days, inviting parents, siblings, and loved ones to come onto the grounds for a less structured
opportunity to visit. The IDOC also hosts special ceremonies for those who are graduating from programs available in our facilities. Whenever possible, families are invited to join in the celebration.
Family-Centered Units Located within the Indiana Women’s Prison, the Breann Leath Unit is specially designed to support women who are pregnant when sentenced. This housing unit prepares expecting mothers for life with an infant, then allows them to live together after the child is born, preserving the family unit during the critical months of early development. Mothers in the Breann Leath Unit receive hands-on support as they adjust to parenthood, including guidance from staff and helpers who provide day-to- day encouragement and mentorship. Parenting classes and skill-building programs help mothers learn how to care for their children, navigate the challenges of early motherhood, and build confidence in their role as a parent. These supports create an environment that balances accountability with compassion, helping mothers strengthen family bonds while preparing for a more stable future for themselves and their children.
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