Mendota Mental Health Institute
Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center
Background
The Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center
(MJTC) is a secure
correctional facility located on the grounds of the Mendota Mental Health Institute in
Madison, Wisconsin. MJTC staff serve the mental health needs of male adolescents
transferred from other Division of Juvenile Corrections institutions. Youth move to and
from MJTC based on assessment of their mental health and security needs. A youth’s
motivation for positive change is also part of that assessment. Parents or guardians
receive program and treatment review reports during a youth’s stay on
MJTC.
Visitation
The staff of MJTC welcome approved visitors. All visitors
must conform to MJTC’s visitation rules and display proper behavior during the visit.
Actions by visitors that conflict with mental health treatment or compromise security will
not be tolerated.
Visiting
Rules
The following rules apply to all MJTC visitors.
Approved Visitors
Anyone visiting residents at MJTC must be on the
approved visitor list. An MJTC social worker must be contacted ahead of time for visitors
to be added to the visitor list. Visits will not be allowed until the completion of a
background check that may take several days. Youth who transfer from Lincoln Hills or
Ethan Allen Schools have the same visitor list on MJTC.
Visiting Hours
Approved visitors must give notice 24 hours before
visiting MJTC. This can be done by calling (608) 301-1214 between the hours of 12:00 p.m.
and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Persons who wish to visit must provide the following
information:
Visiting hours are:
Tuesday and Thursday 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, and State Legal Holidays 1:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. to 7:45
p.m.
Special visits are allowed with prior approval from the
treatment team. Please contact the MJTC social worker for details.
Location Of Visits
The visiting room is located at the east end of MJTC.
Visitors may park directly in front of the MJTC building. Please enter through the main
entrance of MJTC.
Check In Process
Visitors must check in with the staff on duty no later than
30 minutes after visiting hours begin. Check in times are:
5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and State Legal
Holidays.
Visitors arriving after this time will be denied
visitation.
Each visitor must provide identification at the door. Only the following forms of
identification will be accepted:
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State Driver’s License.
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Military I.D. (if a member of the military).
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Department of Transportation (Motor Vehicle Department)
Picture Identification Card.
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County Welfare Department Picture Identification Card.
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State Picture I.D.
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Current Passport.
Driver’s licenses and picture identification cards
will be accepted for out-of-state visitors.
Staff will check each visitor’s name on the approved visitor list. Visitors not on
the list will be denied visitation. Secure lockers are available to store purses, keys,
etc.. MJTC is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. It is recommended that personal
items be locked in your vehicle.
Contraband
Visitors who bring in contraband are subject to Wisconsin
State Statute 302.095 which "prohibits delivery of any article to an offender of a
State Institution or depositing or concealing an article within the State Institution or
its boundaries or receiving an article to convey out of the institution that is contrary
to the rules and regulations and without the knowledge or permission of the Director. Any
person found in violation of this law is subject to imprisonment of not more than two
years or a fine not exceeding $500.00".
Metal Detector
All visitors must pass through and clear the metal
detector. To expedite the entrance process, visitors should avoid wearing clothing with
metal attached (i.e., buckles, snaps, metal buttons, etc.). It is also recommended that
visitors refrain from wearing excessive jewelry. The metal detector is also sensitive to
metal contained in undergarments. Visitors with pacemakers or other medical implants must
make their condition known to staff, and carry a doctor’s note describing the
condition. It is the visitor’s responsibility to clear the metal detector.
Special Accommodations
It is the visitor’s responsibility to inform MJTC of a
disability requiring special accommodations. This includes accommodation requests
necessary to enter the institution and for the duration of the visit. Individuals should
request these accommodations when scheduling their visit.
Attire
A visitors’ dress code has been developed to ensure a
safe and secure visiting area that is appropriate, tasteful, and conducive to a wholesome
family atmosphere.
The following apparel is considered inappropriate and will
result in the denial of entry into MJTC:
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Transparent clothing.
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Shorts that are shorter than finger tip length (i.e.,
standing naturally with arms straight down the side of the body and fingers extended).
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Skirts or dresses shorter than finger tip length plus three
inches (should a reasonable doubt exist, a ruler will be provided to enable the visitor to
demonstrate compliance).
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Strapless, tube, or halter tops.
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Tops that expose the midriff.
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Underwear worn on the outside of clothing.
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Clothing with revealing holes or tears above finger tip
level.
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Clothing or accessories with obscene or profane writing,
images or pictures.
Individuals wearing gang or club related clothing or
insignia may be denied entrance into the institution.
These restrictions apply to all individuals.
Failure to comply with the above guidelines will result in denial of entrance, or removal
from MJTC.
Money
Residents are not allowed to keep money on the unit. Staff will accept checks or
money orders for residents and provide a written receipt. The Mendota Business Office
maintains individual accounts for all residents. Canteen items are available for purchase
by MJTC residents.
Food
No food or beverages may be brought into MJTC during visits.
Clothing
MJTC provides clothing to all residents. No personal clothing is allowed at
MJTC.
Toiletries
MJTC provides all required personal hygiene items. No personal items are allowed.
Questions/Comments
Questions and comments regarding MJTC should be directed
to:
Unit Manager/MJTC
301 Troy Drive
Madison, WI 53704
or call (608) 301-1214
Directions to Mendota and MJTC
Mendota
Mental Health Institute
301
Troy Drive, Madison, WI 53704
Phone:
(608) 301-1000 Fax:
(608) 301-1358
Last Revised:
October 24, 2008 |
