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Improved Classification System 2023
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David Thompson
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Sep 27, 2023
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Sep 28, 2023 08:25 AM
New classification guidelines handed down by the National Institute of Corrections are changing the way incarcerated residents in Kansas are doing their time. A resident's gradual integration back into society depends on behavior and programming as they step down in custody levels which determines their risk.
KDOC Classification staff members have worked tirelessly this past summer as they help implement the new guidelines for custody.
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Kansas correctional facilities hold Open House Job Fairs
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David Thompson
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Oct 24, 2022
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Nov 04, 2022 12:16 PM
El Dorado and Winfield Correctional Facilities held Open House Job Fairs last week to help alleviate staff shortages while offering career opportunities.
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KDOC at StateFair 2023
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David Thompson
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Sep 19, 2023
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Sep 19, 2023 02:48 PM
A look inside KDOC building at state fair in Hutchinson. Hear how KDOC volunteers interact with fair-goers.
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KDOC Healthcare Checkup2024 Part 1
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David Thompson
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Jan 24, 2024
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Jan 25, 2024 07:38 AM
KDOC opens a 3-part series on several improvements within the healthcare system overseeing the residents. In Part 1, we hear how developing a working relationship with the contract vendor, Centurion Health, has enabled more positive ideas that turned into positive outcomes.
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KDOC Healthcare Checkup 2024 Part 2
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David Thompson
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Feb 02, 2024
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Feb 02, 2024 12:30 PM
Our 3-part series looking at the healthcare of residents within KDOC opens our eyes to the 3 H's in this video; Hep-C, Hernias, and Hospice care.
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KDOC Healthcare Checkup2024 Part 3
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David Thompson
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Feb 07, 2024
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Feb 08, 2024 08:16 AM
An in-depth look at the healthcare of KDOC residents highlight the people, processes, and programs. In Part 3, two nurses and an activities specialist exude professionalism as they put the health of patients first and foremost. We're grateful for these three and all of our healthcare professionals who we consider as unsung heroes.
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KDOC leaders laud work of Parole staff - PPPS Week
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David Thompson
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Jul 19, 2023
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Jul 19, 2023 07:59 AM
KDOC Leaders praise the work of Parole Office members throughout the state for their work, dedication, and sacrifice as they help people under supervision reintegrate back into our communities safely and hopefully successfully.
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KDOC's Women in Corrections
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David Thompson
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Mar 09, 2023
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Feb 20, 2024 02:36 PM
There are countless stories of women of KDOC who have contributed mightily to our mission and vision of this agency. It take a lot of courage to step into a male-dominated field, making a difference in the lives of residents and helping the overall security of our great state. These are just a few of those stories.
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KJCC / Kansas Childrens Discovery Ctr Visitation 02 20 2024
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David Thompson
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Mar 20, 2024
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Mar 20, 2024 08:27 AM
The partnership between the Kansas Department of Corrections and the Kansas Childrens Discovery Center continues to flourish within a couple of our Visitation Rooms. KDOC is slowly integrating the male facilities' Visitation Rooms utilizing KCDC'S Mobile Museum. They recently opened shop for a test run at Hutchinson Correctional Facility. And last month, they made a first time visit to the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex where 5 young dads were able to see and visit their children, three of whom were seeing their newborn child for the first time.
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KJCC Adopts Local Families for 6th consecutive year
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David Thompson
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Dec 27, 2022
KJCC's Lt. Jonathon Ashley shows us how to organize your staff to adopt local families in need during the Christmas holidays.
