Mississippi Department of Corrections Holds Family Day for Inmates

Mississippi Department of Corrections recently held its 2024 Family Day at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parcham. Around 500 people were in attendance to spend a day of family friendly fun and games with their currently incarcerated loved ones.

MDOC Family Day 2024Photo byMississippi Department of Corrections

The Family Day Planning Committee put together a day outdoors, in which inmates and their loved ones could play games like musical chairs and basketball. Inflatable bounce houses, face painting, horse rides, and more fun activities were also offered.

MDOC Family DayPhoto byMississippi Department of Corrections

According to a press release from Mississippi Department of Corrections, in order for inmates to be eligible to participate in Family Day, they must have good behavior. This means they should have zero gang affiliations, no rule violations, and must be of minimum custody. Eligible inmates also should be in school programs or have a job.

Each inmate who is eligible to participate in Family Day may invite five family members who are on their visitation list.

MDOC Family Day 2024Photo byMississippi Department of Corrections

Lee Ann McClure, project coordinator with Magcor, spoke of how much she loves being a part of Family Day. She stated, "This was my third time to be on the Family Day planning committee and Family Day is one of my favorite days of the year. I love that the inmates, staff, and all their families spend the day together having a great time. There is nothing like seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces all day long. ”