How to get calls from an inmate at Ford County Jail in Illinois

Updated on 05-29-2024

How to phone call to Ford County Jail is subject to Ford County rules. Each correctional facility has its own rules on visitation, commissary, and mail. Before connecting with a loved one here, you can find them using a free inmate locator. Pigeonly helps you add money to a trust account at Ford County Jail and other services.

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Ford County Jail Correctional Facilities


Ford County Jail
  • • City: Paxton
  • • County: Ford County
  • • State: Illinois
  • • Facility: Ford County Jail
  • • Locator: Use Our Free Inmate Locator
  • • Address: 235 North American, Paxton, IL, 60957
  • • Phone: 217-379-2324

Ford County Jail Inmate Search

Step 1

Go to pigeonly.com to start a search for your inmate. First, click "Get Started" and enter your inmate's first and last name.

Step 2

Make sure to check if your inmate's facility is county, state, or federal.

Step 3

Find your inmate and select from the list of services designed to help you keep in touch.

Step 4

Finally, you'll need to register an account with Pigeonly, and we'll provide you with your loved one's contact information. (Don't worry, registration is completely free!)


Inmate Calling to Ford County Jail, Ford County, Illinois


Phone calls with your inmates at Ford County Jail can burn a hole in your wallet if you aren't careful. To make sure you don't spend your savings, Pigeonly assures you the cheapest rates by connecting you through a local carrier in Illinois. Now you can reach your inmates without worrying about limiting your conversation. Get in touch with one of our Inmate Service Specialists for assistance with inmate calls at Ford County Jail.


Receiving Inmate Phone Calls From Ford County Jail


To receive collect calls from your inmates at Ford County Jail, you need to be on their approved calling list. Calls are monitored by the facility for security reasons, and specific times are provided for inmates to make collect calls to their families.

Contact Ford County Jail to learn about their service provider to set up a prepaid phone account. Or, contact Pigeonly. We can set up your account on your behalf and allow you to start receiving calls from your incarcerated loved ones right away.


Adding Money to an Inmate's Phone Account at Ford County Jail


To communicate with family, inmates need to register a prepaid calling account with Ford County Jail. Once created, family members of an inmate can deposit money into their account, which they can use to buy commissary and calls to their loved ones. Families may put money on phone calls for inmates online or by contacting one of our Inmate Service Specialists. Contact Ford County Jail for your inmate number to get started.


How to Accept Collect Calls from Ford County Jail


If you currently use a cell phone or a VoIP phone, you won't be able to accept collect calls from your inmate. To accept collect calls from your inmate's facility, you need to create an account with Ford County Jail or call us. All collect calls must be approved by Ford County Jail. Once approved, Pigeonly can help you communicate with your incarcerated loved ones by setting you up with a forwarding phone number.


Unlimited Inmate Calls to Ford County Jail


Pigeonly does not limit talk time and makes sure you stay connected with your inmates. We provide unlimited calls for your inmates. Get registered in less than an hour and start talking with your inmate. Contact Ford County Jail for your inmate's details and get in touch with us to register for unlimited calls.


Add Calling Money with Global Tel Link for Ford County Jail


You can now send money to your inmates by linking your Global Tel Link account with your inmate's account at Ford County Jail. Contact the facility for your inmate number and a list of commissary items that you are allowed to send. For setting up a prepaid calling account, get in touch with our Inmate Service Specialist at 1.800.323.9895. Contact Ford County Jail for your inmate details to complete the registration process.


Corrlinks at Ford County Jail


Ford County Jail understands that sometimes it will be difficult for you to connect with your inmate through calls. That is why text and mailing services are provided to inmate family members through Corrlinks. To add your inmates and begin communicating with them, contact Corrlinks and ask about the offers for the families of the inmates. If you need any help getting setup with this process, reach out to Pigeonly's Service Specialists at 1.800.323.9895.


Inmate Phone Cards


Connecting and communicating with your inmate can be challenging at times. That is why many companies provide phone cards to inmates to make calls to their friends and family. Phone cards may be purchasable at Ford County Jail by family members of inmates at an affordable cost. You can control your inmate's calling costs by planning a monthly phone bill budget. Reach out to Ford County Jail for details about your inmate and visit the website to purchase a phone card for them to keep the conversation going.


Prepaid Inmate Calls


Prepaid calls from Ford County Jail are hosted by Pigeonly to ensure you don't miss a call from your inmate. To know more about Global Tel Link, the Global Tel Link app, the jail phone system, or how to add money for jail calls at Ford County Jail, contact us with the following information: Phone Number: 1.800.323.9895 Email: [email protected] We believe in helping our customers navigate this difficult time. Feel free to reach out to us if you prefer to speak to one of our specialists or for any clarification.

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