SecurityĬrane has a double fence, electronic detection systems, razor-ribbon wire and a perimeter patrol vehicle. Prisoners also assist maintenance workers in preparing and refurbishing the buildings at the prison as well as maintaining acceptable levels of cleanliness in the buildings. They also work as academic school tutors and teacher aides. Ducey’s office has said the state’s recently refurbished execution chamber would remain in operation at the complex after all the inmates are moved. Prisoners work in food service, on-grounds maintenance, unit maintenance and the library. Inmates at Florence can be located in Central unit, Kasson. Prisoners have opportunities to develop skills and good work habits through various institutional assignments. ASPC Florence Arizona State Prison Complex Florence is made up of six individual facilities. Necessary off-site care is provided by various hospitals.

The medical needs of prisoners are met through the Bureau of Health Care Services which provides medical, dental, psychiatric, and psychological services.

Leisure time activities, religious services, psychological services, substance abuse groups and Alcoholics Anonymous groups are available. Prisoners may become involved in the following academic and vocational programs: Adult Basic Education, General Education Development preparation and testing, horticulture, and food technology. The Florence Crane Correctional Facility occupies seven renovated buildings taken over from the Coldwater Regional Center for Developmental Disabilities, and a new housing unit building and food service building which were completed in March, 2000.

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