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- Kansas Department of Corrections Announces Implementation of Grants Expanding Behavioral Health Services for Juveniles in Detention — by David Thompson — last modified Sep 22, 2025 02:22 PM
- The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) today announced the successful implementation of over $1.4 million in grant funding, which has enabled juvenile detention centers across the state to provide vital mental health and substance use services to young people. The grants, established through the 2023 passage of House Bill 2021, address the significant behavioral health needs of juveniles and connect families to crucial support services sooner.
- Domestic Violence Conference at TCF 09 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Sep 12, 2025 11:43 AM
- An unprecedented day took place at the Topeka Correctional Facility earlier this month. In an effort to combat and recover from domestic violence, the administration and staff at TCF, fully supported a group of residents who organized a day-long conference filled with expert speakers and supporting agencies, aimed at breaking free from past experiences while building forward with knowledge and support. The conference was called, "Building From The Bricks Up".
- KDOC Crafts 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Sep 04, 2025 07:23 AM
- One of the most impactful tools in corrections is the Crafts & Arts shops within each of our facilities. Not only can crafting provide a “safe place” for one’s mind and reduce stress and anxiety, but it can also tap into one’s creative side while learning vocational skills like carpentry, woodworking, or textiles that can lead to employment upon release. There have been many residents who have benefited from crafts and arts programs toward rehabilitation, public safety, and human dignity. The bonus parts are the positive bridges they can help build with communities as they contribute their work back into society.
- Pygmy Goats at EDCF 07 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Jul 25, 2025 07:11 AM
- Pygmy goats are all the rage at El Dorado Correctional Facility. Last month, facility administrators welcomed four pygmy goats to EDCF to be raised by eight resident handlers. The benefits of this program include therapeutic effects of interacting with animals which reduce stress on residents and promote positive behavioral changes. The residents can also learn valuable skills related to animal husbandry, including feeding, grooming, breeding, and basic veterinary care for pygmy goats. We’re very excited to see this program ‘baaaaaa’-lloon in size. 😊
- KJCC Graduation 06 27 25 — by David Thompson — last modified Jul 02, 2025 08:41 AM
- KJCC Deputy Superintendent Kathy Espana discusses the joys of graduation ceremonies at "KJ" for residents, families, staff, and even former staff members.
- Lullaby Project at TCF 06 09 25 — by David Thompson — last modified Jun 25, 2025 07:21 AM
- KDOC is grateful for our partnership with the Kansas Children's Discovery Center in Topeka. They are piloting a new program at the Topeka Correctional Facility called the Lullaby project, helping incarcerated moms stay connected with their babies.
- Food Hubs of KDOC 06 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Jun 18, 2025 07:24 AM
- A recent feasibility study showed that Norton Correctional Facility (NCF) is the largest producer of fresh produce in that region, so, health officials came up with a plan to utilize NCF’s assets. With the guidance of business consultants specializing in food system planning and sustainable food business development, NCF wrote for and was awarded a federal food grant, and today, they are spearheading a charge to upgrade and convert our gardens into local food hubs that would not only provide fresh produce for residents and staff at each facility, but also enough to share with surrounding communities, especially hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. NCF is piloting this project using the food grant to help build a processing plant adjacent to its garden. The plan is to have the plant under the workings of the Kansas Corrections Industries and Rich O’Donnell, who also happens to have experience at the federal prison in Leavenworth converting gardens into food hubs. So, how the NCF project goes, so goes other facility gardens.
- Tasha Layton at Topeka Correctional Facility — by David Thompson — last modified May 21, 2025 10:23 AM
- Singer Tasha Layton, a rising star in Christian music, brought a message of hope and strength to the residents of Topeka Correctional Facility. This midday concert was sponsored by radio station Life 88.5 in Kansas City, and hosted by LEAD, or Ladies Empowered and Driven, the female arm of Brothers In Blue Reentry program.
- LCF Donnelly Graduation 05 13 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified May 15, 2025 07:43 AM
- Four residents at Lansing Correctional Facility received diplomas as they earned Associate of Applied Science in Business degrees from Donnelly College.
- Corrections and Employees Week 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified May 05, 2025 10:57 AM
- Video profile of KDOC Corrections Officers and Employees who exemplify the dedication, commitment, and sacrifice of staff members across the great state of Kansas.
