Nevada Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) Nevada: Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
The Nevada Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is not a correctional facility itself but rather a state agency responsible for various health and human services programs. It does not directly house inmates or operate jails. However, DHHS does work in conjunction with the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) to provide certain health services to inmates in Nevada's correctional facilities.
Contact Information
Address: 4126 Technology Way, Suite 100, Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: (775) 684-4000
Website: https://dhhs.nv.gov/
Email: Not available for general inquiries
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate in Nevada, you should use the Nevada Department of Corrections Offender Search tool, available at https://ofdsearch.doc.nv.gov/.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation policies and hours are managed by individual correctional facilities. Contact the specific facility where the inmate is housed for accurate visitation information.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the Nevada Department of Corrections. For more information on sending money to inmates, visit https://doc.nv.gov/Inmates/Inmate_Banking/.
Phone Calls and Video Options
Phone and video visitation services are provided by the Nevada Department of Corrections. For more information, visit https://doc.nv.gov/Inmates/Visiting/.
Inmate Services and Programs
The Nevada DHHS works with the Department of Corrections to provide various health services to inmates. These may include mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and general medical care. For specific programs, contact the NDOC or the facility where the inmate is housed.
History of the Facility
As the Nevada DHHS is not a correctional facility, it does not have a history as such. The department was established to oversee various health and human services programs in the state of Nevada.
Security and Management Information
Security and management of correctional facilities in Nevada are handled by the Nevada Department of Corrections, not the DHHS.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmate rights, including legal and visitation rights, are managed by the Nevada Department of Corrections. For more information, visit https://doc.nv.gov/Inmates/Inmate_Rights/.
Booking and Release Process
Booking and release processes are managed by individual correctional facilities and the Nevada Department of Corrections, not the DHHS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does the Nevada DHHS provide to inmates?
The Nevada DHHS collaborates with the Department of Corrections to provide various health services to inmates, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and general medical care.
How can I find information about an inmate in Nevada?
You can use the Nevada Department of Corrections Offender Search tool at https://ofdsearch.doc.nv.gov/ to find information about an inmate in Nevada.
Is the Nevada DHHS responsible for inmate visitation?
No, the Nevada DHHS is not responsible for inmate visitation. Visitation is managed by individual correctional facilities under the Nevada Department of Corrections.
