JM: What else would you want a friend or family member to know if they have a loved one going to this jail? Allyson: Answer the phone when they call. At least once in
a while. Try to be supportive. Don't be mean and
ignore them while they are in jail. Try to give
them a little money if you can to help them get by
in there. If your loved one is in there and you
can tell they are truly sorry for what they are
done, try to support them. Visit them. Eric: It is expensive as heck to be as comfortable as
you can possibly be in there. If you or your
family has money then you will live as
comfortable as possible.
JM: If somebody knows they will be serving time in this jail what is your advice to them? Allyson: Do everything you can to get into the Programs
Mod, and take a good look at yourself and let it
be a learning experience. Don't be scared. I was
really scared, I was afraid to go to the bathroom
or to shower. Living in a little room with
somebody and having to go to the bathroom in front
of someone can be hard. If you're scared, reach
out and ask for help. When ladies see you coming
in visibly upset and crying, they get that
mothering thing and they come up to you and try to
help you. You will find somebody nice in the crowd
for sure. The Hispanic ladies are the nicest and
the most caring. Get over some of your prejudices
and try to get along with everyone. Eric: Just keep your head up and you get through it.
They cant hold u forever unless you get a life
sentence then I would not know what to say to
that person
JM: Please list any other jail or rehab facilities you have been to. Allyson: I've never been to any other jail.
Campus For Hope in Omaha, NB
Eric: none