These original SAGE videos were exclusively filmed for this textbook. These videos feature original interviews with correctional administration and inmates at Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, Louisiana.

 

Health Services, Medicine in Prisons, Work Trustees, and Inmate Organizations that Give Back to Society

This video details special population services/programs, inmate participation, work release programs, various types of jobs, and a treatment program that relates to a decrease in gang activity.

 

Religion Accommodations

This video focuses on prison life and access to religious services.

 

Prison Food Service

Warden Keith Deville discusses the process of food service in the prison.

1. What is the process of food service in this facility?

2. What are security concerns during meal times?

 

Educational Funding

Warden Burl Cain speaks on the changes in funding for education in prison.

1. How did budget cuts impact education programs in prison?

2. How have adaptations in prison education programs empowered inmates?

 

Work Programs

Cathy Fontenot looks at the positive benefits of prison educational programs upon release. Warden Keith Deville also talks about inmates working outside the prison and the standards they must meet.

1. How can education and work programs benefit inmates and prepare them for re-entry?

 

Recreational Programs

Gary Young discusses the importance of recreational programs and why inmate organizations are beneficial.

1. What are the benefits of recreational programs in correctional facilities?