Manson Youth Institution COVID-19 Coronavirus Visitation Policy

Manson Youth Institution

Address:
Manson Youth Institution
42 Jarvis Street
Cheshire, CT 06410

Phone:

203-806-2500

New Visitation Policies in Manson Youth Institution Due to COVID-19 Coronavirus

Because of concerns for the safety and wellness of both staff and inmates at the Manson Youth Institution in Cheshire, Connecticut, contact visits of any type may be suspended. Even if they have visits, from time to time, face masks may be required.

Approved Non-contact visits with family, friends and the inmate’s lawyers may still be allowed when at-home or onsite video visitation is not available, however given that new guidelines are changing daily please check the visitation page or call 203-806-2500 for updates.

Video Visitation at Manson Youth Institution

At-home and onsite video visitation guidelines for Manson Youth Institution, when this service is available, can be found by going to the visitation information page.

We highly recommend that you call 203-806-2500 first for any changes due to staff shortages or other unforeseen circumstances, including whether your inmate has become ill and is unable to be in the general population where video kiosks are available.

How Long Will These Changes Last?

Experts in the study of the COVID-19 are anticipating that spread of the virus will be a ongoing concern for New Haven County, the state of Connecticut and the entire United States until well into 2024 and maybe even beyond. We are witnessing the virus becoming more contagious, but less deadly over time. Many people think that the 'more contagious, but less deadly' variants will infect so many people that a higher level of natural immunity for the majority of Americans will be the end result.

Will the Inmates in Manson Youth Institution Be Safe from Getting Sick With COVID-19 Coronavirus?

Whether the inmates are safe from contracting the coronavirus depends entirely on two things:

  1. The Virus being introduced into the facility by a staff member or inmate who is unaware that they have it.
  2. How easily it spreads.

At this stage most people who get the coronavirus show very few symptoms beyond what you might experience with a bad cold or a mild case of the common flu. Newer variants are turning out to be less deadly than the common flu we experience every year.

Studies that have been done are showing that the hardest hit are those 60 years of age and older, those with pre-existing medical issues like diabetes, leukemia or obese individuals. Young men and women rarely become very ill, and when they do, seem to recover quickly.

Given the close proximity of inmates and staff to each other in this lockup, it is going to be very difficult to prevent the spread of COVID-19 once it is introduced into the facility as the virus can spread via the microscopic vapor that we release every time we speak, cough or sneeze.

We will continuously update this page as the virus changes and new policies are instituted.

Connecticut State Department of Correction - Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Video Visitation is done using Microsoft Teams Group Chat Software

  • In order to use Microsoft Teams you need to be registered and prepaid. While you can sign up for free, you get more benefits and it's easier to use with a paid version.
  • Family and friends wishing to participate and receive a Video Visit may consult with their loved one.
  • Next, your detained friend or family member will need to add your name to the visitation list and you will be contacted by a Department of Correction staff member to schedule a day and time for your visit.
  • The following are the instructions and steps to have a video visit with your inmate after you have been added by your inmate, and you have opened your account with Microsoft Teams.
    1. Type www.skype.com in the search bar.
    2. Click 'sign in' in the upper right hand corner.
    3. Click 'New to Skype' Sign up - then 'NEXT'.

    4. Under 'Create Account', add your email address. - then 'NEXT'.
    5. Create a password, then click 'NEXT'.
    6. Enter your first and last name, then click 'NEXT'.
    7. Enter your Country/region, then your birthday, then click 'NEXT'.
    8. Download the SKYPE app to your chosen device, then ...
    9. Sign into SKYPE using your email and password you just registered under.

 

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Manson Youth Institution

To rent a tablet for an inmate in New Haven County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your New Haven County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all New Haven County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.


 

How to Deposit Money in a Manson Youth Institution Inmate's Account

There are four ways to deposit money in an inmate's account in the Connecticut State Department of Correction:

  • Jpay Online Deposits
  • Western Union Online Deposits
  • Touchpay
  • United States Postal Service - Mailing a Payment

In order to do any of these you need to know the exact name the inmate is incarcerated under, and their Inmate ID#.

If you can't find the inmate and booking number online, call the Trust Fund Office at 860-692-7670.



1.  Manson Youth Institution and JPAY.

  • First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
  • You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
  • There are two ways to send money to an inmate/offender in Cheshire, then connect with your inmate.
    4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

    To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your New Haven County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
    NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.


     

    How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Manson Youth Institution

    To send a text or email message to a New Haven County inmate, do the following:

    Manson Youth Institution uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

    Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in New Haven County or any jail or prison in the country).
    Steps: 
    1.  Sign up for eMessaging
    2. Find your New Haven County inmate.
    3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
    4. Type & Send message.

    For all New Haven County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Manson Youth Institution, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.


     

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