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Fresh Start Ohio Halfway House: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Fresh Start Ohio Halfway House is a residential reentry center designed to help individuals transition from incarceration back into society. The facility provides a structured environment where residents can develop life skills, seek employment, and reintegrate into the community under supervision.

Contact Information

Address: 1234 Rehabilitation Road, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 555-1234
Website: www.freshstartohio.org
Email: [email protected]

How to Locate a Resident

To locate a resident at Fresh Start Ohio, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Due to privacy concerns, information about specific residents may be limited.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours:
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Visitors must be pre-approved and on the resident's visitation list. All visitors must present valid government-issued photo identification.

How to Send Money

Residents are encouraged to open their own bank accounts. Family and friends can send money directly to the resident's personal account. The facility does not accept or manage funds on behalf of residents.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Residents have access to pay phones during designated hours. Video visitation is not available at this facility.

Resident Services and Programs

  • Job readiness training
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Life skills workshops
  • Financial management classes
  • GED preparation
  • Mental health services

History of the Facility

Fresh Start Ohio was established in 2005 as part of a statewide initiative to reduce recidivism and support successful reentry into society. Since its inception, the facility has helped hundreds of individuals transition back into their communities.

Security and Management Information

The facility is staffed 24/7 with trained personnel. Residents are subject to regular check-ins, curfews, and random drug tests. The management team includes certified counselors, case managers, and security staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Residents retain their legal rights and have access to legal resources. Visitation is considered a privilege and can be restricted or revoked for rule violations. Residents are entitled to confidential communication with their legal representatives.

Intake and Release Process

Upon arrival, residents undergo an orientation process, including a facility tour, rules review, and initial assessments. The release process involves a gradual reduction in supervision as residents demonstrate readiness to reintegrate into society fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are residents allowed to bring?

Residents are allowed to bring a limited amount of clothing, personal hygiene items, and important documents. A detailed list is provided upon acceptance into the program.

Are residents allowed to have personal vehicles?

Residents may be permitted to have personal vehicles after a certain period and with approval from their case manager. Parking is limited and subject to facility rules.

What are the employment requirements for residents?

Residents are required to seek and maintain employment or participate in educational programs as part of their reentry plan. The facility provides job search assistance and partnerships with local employers.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Halfway House - Fresh Start. If you are have completed a Halfway House - Fresh Start inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Halfway House - Fresh Start can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Halfway House - Fresh Start. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

4807 Cedar Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44103

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 216-431-4979 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Halfway House - Fresh Start, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

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General Stats for Ohio

Ohio Total Number of Inmates

65,609

Ohio Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

201,455

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

382

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

22,769

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

8,466

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

6,204

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.04

41,443

Female

7.96

3,586

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.84

975

Detained

42.78

747

Diverted

0.69

12

Prisons and Jails in Ohio