Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women (MCCCW)
Facility Alerts & Notices
Before visiting, check this page for notices and alerts that may impact your travel plans.
- None at this time.
Contact & Location
At A Glance
Local Family Council
DOC Policy 530.155 Family Councils (pdf)
Custody Level: Minimum
Living Units & Custody Levels
Capacity: 321 female inmates
Year Opened: 2005
MCCCW Visiting Information
Lodging and Transportation Assistance Program (LTAP)
The Lodging and Transportation Assistance Program (LTAP) was developed to help reduce the financial burden placed on families due to the cost associated with travel to/from a facility. Qualifying applicants may request up to two separate $50 reimbursements to assist with the cost of fuel and/or a hotel stay when visiting their loved on. You can find more information and the application at the link above.
Visitor Application Process
To visit an inmate, you must complete the visitor application process. Go to the Prison Visits webpage for information about what is required in your specific circumstances to complete the visitor application process.
The visitor application process must be completed for both Prison Visits and Video Visits.
Visitor Guidelines
The general guidelines that are applicable to all prison facilities is detailed in DOC Policy 450.300 Visits for Incarcerated Individuals (pdf). MCCCW also has its own Visitor's Guidelines (pdf) detailing important notices, visiting rules, guidelines for all visits (prison and video), and regular visiting hours for each housing unit.
MCCCW's Regular Visiting Hours have also been published below as a quick reference for your convenience.
Scheduled Events
Many scheduled events are hosted at MCCCW. These events may disrupt regularly scheduled visiting hours. Please refer to the MCCCW Event Calendar (pdf) for information regarding upcoming scheduled events.
Regular Visiting Hours
Below are the regularly scheduled visiting hours for each unit that accepts visitors at MCCCW. Regular visiting hours are subject to change due to unplanned incidents, as well as scheduled events. Please check the facility alerts & notices, MCCCW Visiting Schedule Calendar (pdf), MCCCW Event Calendar (pdf), and Visitor's Guidelines (pdf) for information that may impact your travel plans.
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | 2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
*Monday visits only occur if it is a state holiday.
Video Visiting Hours
Per Video Visit Expectations (pdf), video visits will be scheduled in 30 minute increments and may not exceed one hour in duration. Video visits may be scheduled by an approved visitor through Securus at least 24 hours in advance.
| Days | Time |
|---|---|
| Daily |
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. |
Video visiting may be extended 30 minutes for an additional fee at the conclusion of the first 30 minute increment. Total video visiting time will not exceed one hour.
Facility Programs
Academic & Partnership Programs
- Adult Basic Education
- Business Technology
- College Readiness Course
- Girl Scouts Beyond Bars (GSBB)
- Beyond Trauma
- Parenting Inside Out
- Pawsitive Prison Project and Cat/Dog Adoption Program
- Read to Me Mommy
- Video Greetings
- Sustainability in Prisons Project (SPP): Horticulture
- Grief and Loss
- Art of Communications
- Bridges to Life
- Quilting Club
- Women’s Village (formerly called Legacy)
- Clothing Closet
- The IF Project
- Religious Services
- Research Library
Research Based Programs
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- AMEND Initiatives
- Beyond Violence
- Moving On
- Narcotics Anonymous
- Substance Abuse Therapeutic Community (TC)
Work & Vocational Programs
- Butterfly Rearing Technician with certification
- Beekeeping with certification
- Community Service Work Crews
- Education Teacher Assistants
- Food Services
- Horticulture
- Janitorial Services
- Library Clerk
- Chaplain Clerk
- Maintenance
- Recreation Teacher Assistant
- Warehouse Assistant
- Trades Related Apprenticeship Coaching (TRAC)
- Manufacturing Academy (AJAC)
- MCCCW Garden Club
- Chicken Tender Program
- Paint and Sip Workshops
Community Involvement
At Mission Creek Corrections Center for Women (MCCCW), there is participation on the Community Advisory Board and Family Advisory Committee.
Volunteer Programs
Volunteers are instrumental in assisting in the development of programs aimed at promoting positive changes in personal growth and successful reintegration to society. Volunteer led programs at MCCCW include: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous, Crystal Meth Anonymous, Celebrate Recovery and Bridges to Life.
Giving Back to the Community
Many inmates are in the Circle of Giving program. They utilize the many materials donated by members of the community to craft high quality quilts and crocheted items for homeless and needy individuals.
Additionally, quarterly fundraisers are held and the proceeds are donated to local charities.
Family
Local Family Council (LFC)
Each prison facility maintains a Local Family Council (LFC), providing family members the opportunity to meet regularly with the facility staff to ask questions, receive information, and share their perspectives. Meetings typically involve the facility Superintendent or Associate Superintendent, along with other department representatives and facility visitors. They are generally held during even-numbered months throughout the year, and any approved visitor may attend. To sign up to attend these meetings or join the LFC, contact your Local Family Council Representative.
Statewide Family Council (SFC)
The Department also maintains a Statewide Family Council (SFC), consisting of one elected representative from each of the Local Family Councils, the Statewide Program Manager, and various members of the executive leadership team from DOC Headquarters along with visitors or other community members who have a vested interest. These meetings are open to the public and generally occur during odd-numbered months throughout the year. To see past meeting minutes as well as information on upcoming meetings and how to join, visit the Statewide Family Council site and click on the upcoming agenda; log in information is located in the top right corner of the agenda.
Family Events(pdf)
Family relationships are essential during incarceration and provide emotional support, stability, and a sense of connection that can greatly influence an individual's success both during and after their incarceration. Family friendly events provide the opportunity for incarcerated individuals and their visitors to participate in meaningful, family centered activities that strengthen these bonds. Each year, at least four such events are organized at each facility - two are focused on strengthening adult relationships and two are dedicated to nurturing the child/parent connections. All events have set criteria and must comply with security, safety, and health requirements and in alignment with the Department’s Mission and Core Values.
Family Support and Navigation Guide
Family members experience both a physical and mental loss when a loved one becomes incarcerated. In order to maintain connections and provide support for their loved one, families must learn to navigate their way through the Corrections system. This can be a scary time for all involved. The Family Support and Navigation Guide was developed to provide you with information relevant to your loved one’s incarceration and guide you to resources during your time with Washington State Department of Corrections.
Lodging and Transportation Assistance Program (LTAP)
The Lodging and Transportation Assistance Program (LTAP) was developed to help reduce the financial burden placed on families due to the cost associated with travel to/from a facility. Qualifying applicants may request up to two separate $50 reimbursements to assist with the cost of fuel and/or a hotel stay when visiting their loved on. You can find more information and the application at the link above.
Mission Creek Superintendent
Superintendent William (Bill) Swain
Bill began his career with the Washington State Department of Corrections as a corrections officer at McNeil Correctional Center. Bill has held many roles over his 30 years with DOC and served at multiple facilities in both the men’s and women’s prison division.
Bill is known for being a leader that cultivates a positive working relationships by supporting the growth and development of staff to build and sustain strong teams. He is also known for his fair and equitable treatment of those in DOC’s care and custody.
Bill has assisted in the development and implementation of a successful diversity and inclusion program that supports gender responsive practices and trauma informed care for both incarcerated persons and DOC staff. His expertise in PREA standards compliance and his years of combined DOC experience makes him a great choice as Mission Creek’s Superintendent.