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CCF in Uvalde

Uvalde, Texas | See other Texas rehab reviews

401 East Front Street
Uvalde, Texas 78801


Interviews from Chris, Ja
Why did you choose this facility?
Chris: It was by way of court order.I had a motion to revoke warrant for my probation and when I finally got picked up and went to court,it was an option from the DA and my PO.It was a way for me to continue on with my probation and stay out of TDC.
Jane: court order

Tell us about the experience - was it positive or negative?
Chris: Everybody's term was the same in there,6 months,no good behavior.They would add time if you got in trouble.At the time I hated it,but looking back I met some really good people and actually have fond memories.There were about 80 or so people in all.The males occupied much of the facility,while the females had their own 3 or 4 rooms down the hall from us.They were very strict about males and females,talking with each other or even looking at each other.If you were caught conversing with the opposite sex it would certainly mean more time in terms of an extra week to a month.There were 6 levels to work up to your release.Level 1 lasted for 2 weeks,and there was nothing to do,just like jail.Level 2 through 5 lasted 1 month each.On level 2 and 3 you started going to classes and working in the kitchen for about 6 hours a day.The kitchen duty was cool and I liked it alot,plus time spent in the kitchen was credited towards your community service hours.But even if you didn't have any CSR hours to complete,kitchen duty was mandatory.Level 4 let you go out into the community around town and work away from the facility to complete CSR hours.They had vans that would shuttle you back and forth.On level 5 and 6 you got a real job,actually getting paid.But your check was put into an account until the time of your release where you got to keep all the money.Well,they charged you rent,charged you for using the shuttle service, and for using the washers and dryers,but I still left with a little over $2000.You could have as many jobs as you wanted and on the weekends you could find day labor around town.I worked as much as possible to stay out of the center.Level 6 was 2 1/2 months long and the strictest level.Any infraction on level 6 would be cause for a set back.Visitations started on level 3 and furloughs started on level 5 where family,friends,or spouse could pick you up and spend a day with you outside of the facility.Living conditions were alright,5-8 people per room,you had your own closet with your own key to keep all your stuff.Starting at level 2 they let you wear your own clothes that you bring up there.The week was spent going to classes and group meetings and couseling was held on Mondays,Wednesdays,and Fridays.The weekends were leisure,no classes.But classes ended altogether on level 6.Group counseling continued all through until release.All in all it was positive,but the strict rules regarding males and females interacting was a downside.You could cut the sexual tension with a knife.Some of us took our chances and wrote letters and talked to the girls.They gave us 5 ciggarette breaks throughout the day,6:00am,10:00am (roughly),after lunch,4:30,and one after dinner.The food was excellent,all three meals.Theres recreation times throughout the week,all weekend where you can watch tv,dvds,play basketball,baseball,volleyball,and horseshoes.They also have a garden that you work in,witch some people hated but I liked.
Jane: rules change based on her is enforcing them- and whether they like you or not. program is money oriented- so it is not to their best interest to let you out- the longer you stay the more money they get. you have to pay for everything-600.00 for linen the first day you enter the program- i mean really? all this has to be paid before you leave. you easily run a bill up over 2000.00 and have to pay it all or you can not leave. you work for the last 2 months only so it can be difficult to make that much. plus if you get sick or injured you have to have your medical paid before they will release you- not good with the cost of medical care.

Do you feel the program was successful?
Chris: It could have been if I was ready to change back then.This was in 2005.But some things I learned there I do use in my daily life,in that sense it was a success.
Jane: their success rate percentage is exaggerated. i was told 97 percent- i was told by a conselor , not from there, no way- maybe, maybe 50 percent

What advice would you give somebody considering going to this facility?
Chris: Bring plenty of cigarettes,a few cartons(if you smoke),bring plenty of laundry detergent,writing paper and envelopes,toothpaste,and soap because they don't let you recieve anymore from home.When you get visits they let your loved ones bring you more clothes and books,but nothing else.Other than that,stay out of trouble.The guards(called RSs for Resident Supervisor) are all cool and laid back.There are several rules but they are easy to obey.Oh,and males should bring plenty of razors and shaving cream.You have to stay clean cut and shaven.Be prepared to always wear a belt and have your shirt tucked in.Other than that it's a cool place.
Jane: just go to jail instead; this is jail anyway; at least you know when you will get out and you don't have to pay for everything and have them hold the money over your head as a condition for release.