Special Children's Visits

Some prisons allow special visits which provide a much more 'hands on' experience for parents in prison than routine domestic visits, where prisoners are unable to leave their table. NEPACS staff and volunteers organise play activities, learning opportunities and refreshments for parents in prison and their children. This means play, learning and lots of cuddles can happen in a more relaxed atmosphere and crucial family bonds are maintained. NEPACS also organises special 'family days' at some prisons, in some instances following a family learning course such as Family Matters, which enable all the family to spend quality time together.