IDOC Intelligence Unit recognized for assisting in investigation of fallen CPD officer 
SPRINGFIELD – February 6, 2012 – The Chicago Police Department (CPD) Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 recently presented several Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) Intelligence Unit staff with a Certificate of Appreciation for their work in assisting the CPD Detective Division in the investigation of the 2010 shooting death of CPD Officer Michael Bailey.
Through intelligence work by IDOC, a break in the case occurred when a conversation was documented between two offenders at an IDOC facility. As a result, IDOC and CPD worked together to conduct inmate interviews and monitor additional conversations. CPD detectives were then able to bring official charges against an IDOC inmate for the murder of CPD Officer Bailey. More... |
IIllinois Department of Corrections partners with AIDS
Foundation Chicago to offer new educational video
CHICAGO - January 26, 2012 – The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has a new educational tool to use in its efforts to help offenders understand the importance of HIV/AIDS education. IDOC has teamed up with AIDS Foundation Chicago (AFC), which has produced a new video featuring former offenders in the quest to educate other inmates about the importance of HIV/AIDS testing, education and treatment.
“Educating offenders inside the facilities is an important step to providing our inmate population with vital testing information and can serve to reach people who have previously missed out on HIV and AIDS education,” said Illinois Department of Corrections Director S.A. Godinez.
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IDOC's spirit of giving supports community efforts to help those in need have a brighter holiday
SPRINGFIELD – January 12, 2012 - Throughout the year, the Illinois Department of Corrections reaches out to help those in need. In the spirit of giving, IDOC generously contributed to organizations to help ensure that thousands of families who are less fortunate celebrated a joyous holiday season.
“IDOC employees have an excellent reputation of supporting their communities throughout the year,” said IDOC Director S. A. Godinez. “This past holiday season is just one example of how IDOC employees serve as a good neighbor in their communities by providing assistance through exceptional giving.”
Below are examples of how IDOC correctional facilities and parole reach out to help communities by giving gifts, clothing, food and by holding toy drives:
Lawrence Correctional Center once again worked with Head Start to provide Christmas gifts to children in Lawrence and Richland counties. The facility continues to participate in the Keep Our Kids Warm and Safe Campaign through the donation of clothing items. Collected items are also donated to the SWAN Domestic Violence Shelter and the SWAN Homeless Shelter. The center also participated in the Shop with a Cop Program.
Pontiac Correctional Center teamed up with the Salvation Army and adopted 100 children who are in need in the community by providing them with holiday gifts. Staff also supported the local food pantry in Livingston County by providing food and clothing items.
Vandalia Correctional Center partnered with One Hope United – Hudelson Region Residential Services in Centralia. Items were collected and donated for its Caring and Sharing: Keep Our Kids Warm and Safe Program. More... |
IDOC's Illinois Correctional Industries Program at Menard Correctional Center receives Green Government Award 
Menard ICI Superintendant Chris Grissom honored
SPRINGFIELD - Dec. 22, 2011 - Illinois Correctional Industries (ICI) at Menard Correctional Center was the recipient of a 2011 GGCC Green Governments Award presented by Governor Pat Quinn in a recognition ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion Dec. 17, 2011. The Illinois Green Governments Coordinating Council (GGCC) Green Governments Awards recognize outstanding environmental leadership and innovative sustainability accomplishments by Illinois state agencies. The Green Governments Awards program reflects the successful steps that state agencies are taking to ensure a greener Illinois. More... |
Menard Correctional Center ICI inmates help to ensure less fortunate children enjoy the holidays 
MENARD - Dec. 19, 2011 - Menard Correctional Center inmates working in Illinois Correctional Industries (ICI) made the holidays brighter for the community’s less fortunate children by donating more than $1,100 to the U.S. Marine Corps League Toys for Tots Program of Randolph County.
“Menard is proud to be able to facilitate the good will of these individuals, who so generously gave of their own hard earned income, as meager as it may be,” said Menard Correctional Center Warden Michael Atchison. More... |
IDOC promotes HIV/AIDS awareness at Decatur Correctional Center 
A kickoff to World AIDS Day educates offenders to lower risky behavior
Decatur – November 30, 2011 – The Illinois Department of Corrections women’s facility in Decatur will observe World AIDS Day with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to promote awareness of HIV/AIDS and the risky behaviors that can lead to infection. The program, which includes a panel discussion with health experts from IDPH, a discussion and a visual media presentation, will reach out to approximately 300 of the female offender population at Decatur Correctional Center. This panel will be led by the Springfield Decatur Area Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
“Many of the women who are incarcerated at Decatur Correctional Center are impacted by the unsafe behaviors that could lead to contracting HIV and/or AIDS. The department appreciates the support of Delta Sigma Theta, the Illinois Department of Public Health and all of the volunteers who provide information and resources that positively affect the reentry of these women back into society,” said Director Salvador “Tony” Godinez.More...
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Illinois Department of Corrections participates in programs, activities in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 28, 2011 – October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In recognizing its importance, all Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) facilities throughout the state are participating in programs and activities to educate and seek solutions to domestic violence. More...
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Department of Corrections “Mom and Me Camp” Celebrates
10th Anniversary
Unique Program Gives Children an Opportunity to Bond with their Incarcerated Mother
DECATUR- August 5, 2011 - The Illinois Department of Corrections will be hosting the Mom and Me Camp Program at two facilities in Central Illinois next week. This unique program will take place August 7 – 10, 2011 at the Lincoln Correctional Center and the Decatur Correctional Center. This is the 10th year for the program in Lincoln, and the fifth year in Decatur.
Mom and Me Camp is a unique program that brings children ages seven through twelve together with their incarcerated mothers for three days of activities at the correctional centers. More... |
Department of Corrections Planting Trees for the Future 
Inmates, staff and community engaged in cost-neutral beautification program
DWIGHT - August 1, 2011 - Dwight Correctional Center will host “Planting for the Future” on August 1st at 10:30 a.m. at the women’s facility located at 23813 E. 3200 N. Road in Dwight, Illinois. This program will include the planting of 100 donated trees to the landscape, which currently boasts Civil War era trees. In another budget neutral move trees that are no longer living have been cut down and shredded to be used as mulch for the planting of these new trees. More... |
llinois Department of Corrections and Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice recognize Correctional Officers of the Year for 2011
Five front line employees awarded top honors
SPRINGFIELD - May 3, 2011 - The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) and the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) today honored five outstanding front line employees as 2011 Correctional Officers of the Year at a ceremony in Springfield.
The winners were chosen from a field of nominees, who were nominated for the award by their colleagues. The overall winners were chosen by the departments' executive staff.
IDOC Acting Director S.A. Godinez and IDJJ Director Arthur D. Bishop commended the efforts of front line staff within their respective agencies. More... |
IDOC Inmate Work Crews Part of Flood Stop Operation
Cleaning Up After Devastating Storms Hit Southern Illinois Area
CHICAGO - May 2, 2011 - In an effort to help the storm and flood recovery operations the Illinois Department of Corrections began providing assistance to areas of Southern Illinois on Easter, April 24th. Sandbagging operations began on that Sunday at Dixon Springs IIP and that facility has continued their work along with sending crews out into affected communities. They are not alone in their mission. More... |
Governor Quinn Announces Key Appointments
Names Salvador “Tony” Godinez to Lead IDOC
CHICAGO - April 25, 2011 - Governor Pat Quinn today announced appointments to his executive cabinet. Today’s actions are the latest in a series of appointments Governor Quinn is making as he continues to fulfill his commitment to creating jobs, fostering economic development and increasing efficiency and accountability in all areas of state government.
Governor Quinn today named Salvador “Tony” Godinez to lead the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC). Acting Director Gladyse Taylor will return to her previous position as assistant director. More... |
 Illinois Department of Corrections Recognized for Outstanding Business Achievements
Microsoft Dynamics® Award “Excellence in Extending CRM”
CHICAGO - April 29, 2011 – Tribridge was pleased to announce that their client The Illinois Department of Corrections was recognized by Microsoft® with a 2011 Microsoft Dynamics Customer Excellence Award for excellence in extending Microsoft Dynamics CRM (xRM). They were honored by Microsoft executives at an awards luncheon on Monday, April 11, at Convergence 2011 Atlanta, the premier Microsoft Dynamics user conference.
IDOC was recognized for its Offender 360 management system. More... |
Pontiac Correctional Center raises funds for Save the Children-Japan
Pontiac’s incarcerated reach out to help the children
PONTIAC - April 20, 2011 – It was over one month ago since a massive 9.0 earthquake and tsunami struck parts of Japan including the coastal communities north of Tokyo. The men incarcerated at Pontiac Correctional Center wanted to do something to help the estimated 74,000 children which have been devastated by the disasters.
Warden Guy Pierce announced today that $1071.00 in donations was collected at Pontiac CC, to be given to “Save the Children”- Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Children in Emergency relief fund. “Our offenders are willing to give back - they volunteered to donate their own funds to those that are in need.” More... |
 Rebecca Ginsburg at Danville Correctional Center named recipient of the Illinois Department of Corrections 2011 Volunteer of the Year Award
SPRINGFIELD - April 19, 2011 – Rebecca Ginsburg at Danville Correctional Center was named the recipient of the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) 2011 Volunteer of the Year Award at a recognition ceremony held today in Springfield. Ginsburg was among volunteers of the state's 27 adult correctional centers and its adult transition centers, who were being honored for their outstanding leadership and dedicated efforts in providing positive change in the lives of inmates.
“I commend all of the agency’s volunteers for their commitment in making a significant impact on the incarcerated men and women at IDOC,” said Acting Director Gladyse Taylor. More... |
Jacksonville Correctional Center Recognized for SECA Contributions
SPRINGFIELD - April 18, 2011 – The Illinois Department of Corrections held a banquet for all adult facilities who participated in the State and University Employees Combined Appeal (SECA) Campaign for 2010. SECA allows employees to have the opportunity to donate to nationwide and local charities of their choice.
Jacksonville Correctional Center was recognized throughout the state as the second highest in contributions, donating $33,325.00 to SECA. More... |
IDOC “Moms and Babies” Celebrates 4th Anniversary
Zero Percent Recidivism in A Program That Strengthens Family and Enhances Successful Reentry to the Community
DECATUR – March 29, 2011 – The Illinois Department of Corrections will celebrate the fourth year of its successful “Moms and Babies” Program on March 30th, 2011 at the Decatur Correctional Center. This program allows offenders to keep their babies after giving birth during their incarceration and no offender who has been part of this program has returned to prison on new charges since the program’s inception.
Giving the mother and child the ability to bond, teaching mothers parenting skills in a supportive environment and working on how to overcome obstacles that offenders may encounter upon release from prison are just a few of the goals of the program. More... |
Illinois Department of Corrections Proudly Honors Top Contributor Centralia Correctional Center
SECA Gratefully Accepts Donations That Will Save Lives and Help Communities in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD - Thursday, March 17, 2011 - The Illinois Department of Corrections Acting Director Gladyse C. Taylor is proud to announce the contribution of the Centralia Correctional Center's voluntary donations made by employees to the State Employees Combined Appeal campaign (SECA). Centralia employees have donated both charitable contributions and blood donor contributions and taken top honors once again for their giving spirit in the recent SECA campaign. More... |
IDOC Works to Help Protect Southern Illinois Community from Ohio River Flood Waters
IDOC staff and inmate work crews help install floodgates at Rosiclare
SPRINGFIELD – March 16, 2011 – Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) inmates from Hardin County Work Camp helped install floodgates on March 7, at Rosiclare to protect the community from the cresting Ohio River. Eight inmates along with IDOC staff worked tirelessly to stop floodwaters from entering the community. More... |
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Illinois Department of Corrections Holds its First Correctional Officer Cadet Graduation of 2011
New Correctional Cadets Will Continue the IDOC Mission of Security and Public Safety
SPRINGFIELD – Feb. 18, 2011 - Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) Acting Director Gladyse Taylor announced that 144 correctional officer cadets graduated today at a ceremony held at IDOC’s Concordia Campus in Springfield.
“We are proud of these new correctional officers along with all recent graduates from the academy and we look forward to them joining the professional staff at IDOC,” said Taylor. “Safety and security of the public, staff and inmates are the agency’s top priority and the new recruits will continue their training as they support that mission.” More... |
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