Keefe Commissary Network, which along with Access Securepak is part of Keefe Group, reported net sales of over $375 million from care package, commissary and technology programs in 2012, according to a 2014 contract proposal posted on the West Virginia state government website. Companies that offer care package programs often bundle additional services, such as phone and commissary, into one contract with a corrections agency. Prisoner care packages are part of a lucrative industry that provides a range of services to incarcerated people and their families. The Los Angeles County jails’ contract for care packages includes annual “gift packs” that are given to prisoners for free during the winter holiday season, complete with a card from the county.Īt least one program, Access Securepak, offers religious items, including the Bible, rosary beads and Allah pendants. Items are often contraband-proof, from sealed food pouches to clear electronics to pocketless sweatpants.įor the holidays, families can choose from seasonal products think red and green cream-filled Hostess cupcakes and peppermint Twinkies. In some facilities, that can mean no glass or metal containers or no personal hygiene products containing alcohol. Here’s how it works: Families shop from print and online catalogs supplied by care package companies. Those who want to send food, clothing and other gifts to incarcerated relatives – at any time of year – often must go through private vendors. To stop drugs and weapons from entering jails and prisons, many corrections agencies bar family members from mailing packages or bringing them during visits. ![]() It’s the holiday season, but many incarcerated Americans won’t get presents directly from home. This article looks at prison and jail package services supplied by private vendors – some of which, like Keefe, also provide commissary services. Note: PLN’s August 2018 cover story examined prison food and commissary services. ![]() Share: Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on G+ Share with emailīy Taylor Elizabeth Eldridge, The Marshall ProjectĮd.
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