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Unsung Heroes of KDOC – Matt Nelson, Parole Officer 1

Unsung Heroes of KDOC – Matt Nelson, Parole Officer 1

Working out of the Hutchinson Parole office, Matt Nelson epitomizes the compassion and care it takes for parole officers as they help their clients through critical junctures coming out of incarceration. He is an Unsung Hero of KDOC.

Communication skills and compassion are key traits of Parole Officers...more

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David Thompson
Oct 04, 2023 (07:36 AM)
Improved Classification System 2023

Improved Classification System 2023

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.

KDOC Unit Managers and Corrections Counselors started work this past...more

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David Thompson
Sep 28, 2023 (08:25 AM)
KDOC at StateFair 2023

KDOC at StateFair 2023

A look inside KDOC building at state fair in Hutchinson. Hear how KDOC volunteers interact with fair-goers.

KDOC has had a presence at the state fair in...more

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David Thompson
Sep 19, 2023 (02:48 PM)
TCF Offsite Visits – Kansas Childrens Discovery Center

TCF Offsite Visits – Kansas Childrens Discovery Center

19 residents of Topeka Correctional Facility recently enjoyed an offsite visit with their children or grandchildren at the Kansas Childrens Discovery Center in Topeka. The Center is an educational playground for all aged children. TCF has partnered with KCDC as they host these offsite visits 6 times a year for minimum custody level residents who also must pass a Parenting Class.

The PLAY FREE Program is a daylong visit for Residents...more

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David Thompson
Sep 13, 2023 (03:51 PM)
Monica Pyles – TCF/Private Industries Partner Success story

Monica Pyles – TCF/Private Industries Partner Success story

Former Topeka Correctional Facility resident Monica Pyles struggled for 3 years while declining the help from staff within TCF, but a breakthrough opened her eyes and set her sights on working at a coveted Private Industries job. The company started in August of 2021 at TCF and Pyles found her niche making parts of the products with a sewing machine. The company was so pleased with her work and leadership, they hired her straight out of prison when she was paroled in September 2022. She is considered by many as a posterchild for reentry within TCF.

KDOC’s Vision is to change lives for the safety of...more

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David Thompson
Aug 30, 2023 (08:08 AM)
Profile: TCF Residents working with Private Industries Partner

Profile: TCF Residents working with Private Industries Partner

At the Topeka Correctional Facility, there are -70- residents who are working with a private industry partner that produces various products, many of which need sewn together. In two years, the company has experienced so much success, they are considering adding a second shift of workers at this TCF plant.

To date, there are nearly 1,300 adult residents employed by...more

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David Thompson
Aug 30, 2023 (07:53 AM)