Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility: A Guide for Inmates
Overview of the Facility
Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility was a juvenile correctional facility located in Salem, Oregon. It was operated by the Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) and served as a secure facility for male youth offenders. The facility closed in 2017 as part of a restructuring of Oregon's juvenile justice system.
Contact Information
As the facility is now closed, there is no current contact information available. For general inquiries about Oregon's juvenile justice system, you can contact the Oregon Youth Authority:
Oregon Youth Authority
530 Center St. NE, Suite 500
Salem, OR 97301-3765
Phone: (503) 373-7205
Website: https://www.oregon.gov/oya/pages/index.aspx
History of the Facility
Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility was established in 1913 as the State Training School for Boys. Over the years, it underwent several name changes and renovations. The facility served as a key component of Oregon's juvenile justice system for over a century before its closure in 2017. The decision to close Hillcrest was part of a larger effort to modernize and improve the state's approach to juvenile corrections.
Security and Management Information
When operational, Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility was a secure facility with various security measures in place to ensure the safety of youth, staff, and the community. The Oregon Youth Authority managed the facility, focusing on rehabilitation and education programs for the youth in their care.
Inmate Services and Programs
During its operation, Hillcrest offered a range of services and programs for youth offenders, including:
- Education and vocational training
- Mental health services
- Substance abuse treatment
- Life skills training
- Recreational activities
- Counseling and therapy sessions
Booking and Release Process
As Hillcrest is no longer operational, the booking and release processes are not applicable. For current information on juvenile justice procedures in Oregon, please refer to the Oregon Youth Authority website or contact them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the youth at Hillcrest when it closed?
When Hillcrest closed in 2017, youth were transferred to other OYA facilities or community-based programs based on their individual needs and risk assessments.
Why was Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility closed?
Hillcrest was closed as part of a larger effort to modernize Oregon's juvenile justice system and shift towards smaller, more specialized facilities and community-based programs.
What has replaced Hillcrest in Oregon's juvenile justice system?
Following Hillcrest's closure, Oregon has focused on utilizing smaller regional facilities and expanding community-based programs for youth offenders.
Famous Prisoners
As Hillcrest was a juvenile facility, information about specific youth who were held there is not publicly available due to privacy laws protecting minors. However, it's important to note that the facility's primary focus was on rehabilitation and helping young offenders reintegrate into society successfully.
