Programs Supervisor Michael Welch


Religious Programs

• Alcohol Chemical Treatment Series (ACTS)
• Calvary Pentecostal Church Discussion Meetings and Bible Study
• Catholic Services
• Trinity Evangelical Free Church Bible Study

Work Programs

This facility offers a 2 for 1 work / trustee program designed to allow qualified inmates to earn 1 day off their sentence for every 2 days worked. To qualify for this program:

• An inmate must be fully sentenced
• Have shown a willingness to be co-operative and willing to work
• Have had a physical from our medical staff
• Must be free of write-ups for misconduct for 10 days
• Be able to pass a drug screen (I.E. Urine Test)
• Those with disabilities will not be excluded
• Any write-ups while on 2 for 1 may result in loss of 2 for 1

There are several different jobs available and are awarded to those who qualify at the discretion of the programs department. Remember, inmates may apply as soon as you enter the facility, however must show co-operation and willingness to work with staff for the 10 day period prior to being seen by the programs department.

Educational Programs

• Basic Computer Skills
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• Creative Writing (In conjunction with University Maine at Farmington)
• GED/HSET
• Literacy Volunteers
• New Books for New Readers
• Thresholds
• WorkReady!
• Distance Learning through Kennebec Valley Community College
• Somerset County Academy:  College/Vocational Training preparation class through SAD 54