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Cold Case Cards 1st Anniversary

Cold Case Cards 1st Anniversary

Cold Case Cards are having an impact in our facilities and county jails if for anything other than the fact people are talking about them and the cases they represent.

For nearly a year, the dayrooms and living areas of...more

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David Thompson
Apr 25, 2023 (08:23 PM)
Reaching Out From Within 2023 Symposium

Reaching Out From Within 2023 Symposium

One day conference held by Reaching Out From Within, a reentry program in all KDOC facilities, highlights the success of alums while discussing ways to improve how we do what we do.

One of the many reentry programs KDOC supports is Reaching...more

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David Thompson
Apr 11, 2023 (09:50 AM)
WCF Geriatric & Cognitive Care Unit Preview

WCF Geriatric & Cognitive Care Unit Preview

Winfield Correctional Facility unveiled its new 240-bed specialized unit providing geriatric care, a substance abuse treatment program, and a training program open for residents who wish to become certified as a CNA aide to help with care of fellow elderly residents. An Open House was held 2-17-23 and 30 residents will be moved in on a weekly basis beginning 2-28-23 until the unit is full.

After three-plus years of consideration, planning and renovation the wait...more

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David Thompson
Mar 29, 2023 (10:25 AM)
NCF – Trash bags to Mats for Homeless

NCF – Trash bags to Mats for Homeless

The Crafts and Arts program at Norton Correctional Facility is helping the homeless community throughout Kansas as they take donated trash bags and crochet them together into mats and tote bags.

The Crafts and Arts program at Norton Correctional Facility is...more

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David Thompson
Mar 24, 2023 (05:01 PM)
Why I Love Working for KDOC

Why I Love Working for KDOC

People with a heart to help others explain why they love working at the Kansas Department of Corrections.

In their own words, our Unsung Heroes share why they...more

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David Thompson
Mar 22, 2023 (06:56 AM)
KDOC’s Women in Corrections

KDOC’s Women in Corrections

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.

In honor of International Women’s Day and National Women’s History...more

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David Thompson
Mar 09, 2023 (03:34 PM)
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