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Certain countries allow conjugal visits and home visits for prisoners and their families. These countries include Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Germany, india, Israel, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Spain. However the prisoners must have good behavior records and be free of disease.

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What countries allow conjugal visits in prison? And why?

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Answer (1 of 5): Conjugal visits are allowed in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Germany, india, Israel, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Spain. In the US, conjugal visits are not allowed in Federal prisons, but California, New York, Mississippi, Washington, and Connecticut permit them. Th...

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France has the best healthcare system and has a lot of visitors in their hospitals. In France, the majority of patients must pay the doctor or practitioner upfront. The state then reimburses them in part or in full.

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Which country has the world’s best healthcare system?

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We look at how patients pay for healthcare around the world and the general standard of care they might expect

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This website lists five nonprofit organizations for prisoners and their families. These include organizations that help prisoners while in jail and ones that help their families visit the prisoner.

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Life doesn't become simpler for people who go to jail. Although it's easy to assume that, once incarcerated, inmates are given a set schedule and have little else to worry about, life can actually be quite difficult and complicated.

Families are strained and restricted when it comes to visitation and some families choose to disappear from the lives of their inmate all together.

Prison life is no picnic, either. There are dangers and difficulties that inmates face every day. And once released, there are many who discriminate against ex-inmates, making readjusting even more difficult than it already is.

Knowing the struggles that inmates and their families face, thousands have put together nonprofit organizations designed specifically to help inmates and their families through all steps of life. Here are five that could help you:

1. Adopt an Inmate. This organization connects volunteers with inmates to help create an extended family for inmates.

2. Human Kindness Foundation. This organization is committed to helping prisoners as well as prison staff recognize their strength and purpose as human beings and help them behave accordingly.

3. Center on Wrongful Convictions. This organization (as well as its sister organizations "Center on Wrongful Convictions - Women's Project" and "Center on Wrongful Convictions of You") accept cases of actual innocence and provides education to the public about relevant issues.

4. All of Us or None. This organization is an initiative of inmates and former inmates come together to combat discrimination that they face after their sentence has been served.

5. Pathways to Hope Prison Dog Project. This organization offers inmates the opportunity to work with unwanted dogs. Doing so helps them develop a strong and loving bond with the dogs and teaches them to take care of another being and, in return, give and receive love.

For more information about these and other organizations designed to help inmates and their family members, check out our Publications section. At Freebird Publishers, we carry The Best 500+ Non Profit Organizations for Prisoners & Their Families - 4th Edition and other books to give inmates the resources they need to create a better relationship with their family, a better life for themselves, and to get the help they need.

Contact us now with any questions you may have.
Originally published at Freebird Publishers on April 26, 2017

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5 Nonprofit Organizations for Prisoners and Their Families

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Life doesn't become simpler for people who go to jail. Although it's easy to assume that, once incarcerated, inmates are given a set schedule and have little else to worry about, life can actually be quite difficult and complicated.

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Jesus Heals the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda

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Jesus Heals the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda

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Murillo, Bartolomé Esteban. Jesus Healing the Paralytic at the Pool Of Bethesda. Oil on Canvas, 1667, National Gallery, London, England.

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JW House is an organization in Santa Clara that offers a free place to stay for families who are visiting a loved one in the hospital. It is a local organization and helps you visit your families without a cost. People can also volunteer at the JW House.

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The Eckman Family Adele was just shy of turning two years old when she caught a respiratory virus, RSV, that hospitalized her with life-threatening seizures. Her parents, Lani and Eric, were no strangers to the hospital, as Adele was born in 2009 with a neuromuscular condition that required regular medical attention. For over a week,...

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The Eckman Family Adele was just shy of turning two years old when she caught a respiratory virus, RSV, that hospitalized her with life-threatening seizures. Her parents, Lani and Eric, were no strangers to the hospital, as Adele was born in 2009 with a neuromuscular condition that required regular medical attention.

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St. Jude Children’s Hospital is a children’s hospital. It costs no money for the parents of the children that are being treated. The hospital is a non profit and uses the money form donations to treat and conduct research for their patients.

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When you give to St. Jude, your donation helps cover the cost of lifesaving treatments for children around the world.

Do you want to give but aren't sure how to donate? There are a number of ways you can contribute to help save the lives of St. Jude kids - from monetary donations to donations of time and more. Discover ways to donate that work for you, your family and your lifestyle.

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Your donation makes a difference. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance.

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Visiting a Friend or Family Member in Prison

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Visiting a Friend or Family Member in Prison

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This website shows you how to prepare for a visit in prison and what to expect. They teach you what you need to do before the visit, during and after. You should follow theses suggestions when visiting. It also tells you not to get emotional when visiting family or friends.

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Visiting a family member in prison presents its own bundle of challenges. Just knowing what to expect can reduce stress. Being prepared can raise the bar for positive visitation experiences, possibly snowballing into more visits, and hopefully, improved relationships.

Since studies point to lower recidivism rates for prisoners who stay connected to supportive family members, positive prison visits end up benefiting everyone: prisoners, families, and the community. For the 2.7 million children and youth who have at least one incarcerated parent, visiting their parent(s) can strengthen family bonds.

To be prepared, consider the following information the first time visiting someone in prison. Please keep in mind that rules vary among prisons.

BEFORE VISITING PRISON

Be sure your name is on the prisoner's pre-approved visiting list for people age 18 and older. Information on the form allows officials to do background checks to approve or deny visitation. Most facilities require this form, but verify with the facility to be sure. Some facilities also require an authorization form for children.

Check the facility's visitation hours, which are typically weekends and holidays, and possibly additional days depending on the facility and security level. Visit the Federal Bureau of Prisons' website to see a list of federal prisons; for state or private prisons, directly contact the facility.

BE AWARE OF WHAT YOU CAN BRING

Check the facility's policy for what is allowed in the visiting room. Generally, visitors can only bring in identification (such as a driver's license), a single car key, eyeglasses, small bills or change for vending machines (if applicable) in visitation rooms.

No medications, tobacco products, or any illegal substances are allowed. Cell phones or other electronic devices are also not permitted.

Other restrictions might include rules about bringing in food or gifts.

DURING THE PRISON VISIT

Wear appropriate clothing. Avoid provocative, revealing items and anything similar to prison clothing such as khaki or green military-type. Visitors may be denied access if dress code policies are violated.

Give yourself an extra 15-20 minutes to fill out paperwork. Be prepared to be searched before being admitted into the visiting room. Searches may include a pat down by an officer of the same gender and a pass through a metal detector. All visitors must be searched, including children.

Before bringing children, consider visiting alone first so you can explain what to expect.

Show courtesy to all correctional staff, other visitors, and prisoners to ensure a positive visiting experience for everyone.

SHOW AFFECTION IN MODERATION

Handshakes, hugs, and affection (in good taste) are usually allowed at the beginning and end of a visit.

To keep the visiting area orderly and to prevent the distribution of contraband, security staff may limit physical contact.

Be aware of you and your children's behavior to avoid risk of losing visiting privileges.

Extend a listening ear to the prisoner you are visiting. A little understanding can go a long way.

AFTER THE PRISON VISIT

Mail a letter to the prisoner to continue building the relationship. Be sure to check with the facility first to ensure permission.

Encourage the prisoner to get involved in prison programs to cope with prison life and to take reentry classes for a successful reentry plan. Prison Fellowship® offers several in-prison programs -ranging from faith-based seminars to life-skills classes-in prisons across the country.

Explore involvement in a local church that provides support for prisoners, former prisoners, and their families. Check out Prison Fellowship's efforts in reentry, church and community engagement, and Angel Tree®.

Consider involvement in Celebrate Recovery, a nationwide Christ-centered recovery program that is forward-looking and emphasizes personal responsibility and spiritual growth.

Or check out an online support group such as DailyStrenth that is dedicated to families impacted by incarceration, or the National Association for Christian Recovery that provides resources and free online training in topics including 12-step recovery, parenting addicted children, recovering from childhood trauma, etc.

Finally, be a part of Prison Fellowship's Second Prison Project™. Find out how you can help your loved one and others with reentry and adjusting to life with a criminal record.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Visiting loved ones in prison can lead to stronger relationships and help beat the odds of someone returning to prison. And that's definitely raising the bar for good.

Other helpful websites include Assisting Families of Inmates and PrisonPro.com.

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How to Prepare for a Prison Visit - Prison Fellowship

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Visiting a family member in prison presents its own bundle of challenges. Just knowing what to expect can reduce stress. Being prepared can raise the bar for positive visitation experiences, possibly snowballing into more visits, and hopefully, improved relationships.