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HomeWAV Revolutionizes Inmate Communications at Pettis County Jail through Innovative Partnership

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Telecommunications company completes installation at 18th Missouri correctional facility

SEDALIA, Mo., November 6, 2023–HomeWAV, the leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication solutions, is proud to announce its transformative partnership with Pettis County Jail in Sedalia, Missouri. This partnership represents a significant milestone in the world of inmate communication, bringing state-of-the-art technology and comprehensive all-in-one services to the correctional facility and enhancing the overall inmate, facility staff, and community experience.

Pettis County Jail recently transitioned to HomeWAV, seeking a provider that could deliver a superior level of technology, service, and equipment. HomeWAV’s credible reputation as a trusted and innovative industry leader played a pivotal role in their choice, motivated by the facility’s desire for a modern, efficient, and reliable communication system.

Under this partnership, Pettis County Jail now offers a comprehensive suite of products and services, including voice calling, video calling, messaging, tablets, entertainment, educational resources, an investigative platform, and a law library. The introduction of these solutions through 16 HomePAS™ (Protected Access System) kiosks and 170 ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets has significantly elevated the standards of communication and access to resources at Pettis County Jail. HomeWAV’s cutting-edge technology ensures that both inmates and facility staff benefit from a more efficient, secure, and connected environment.

“We are thrilled to partner with Pettis County Jail and provide them with our all-in-one inmate communication and technology solutions,” said Jim DiCenso, Director of Strategic Accounts at HomeWAV. “HomeWAV is dedicated to transforming the correctional industry by improving the overall correctional experience. We are confident that our partnership will help Pettis County Jail achieve its goals and aspirations.”

This partnership between HomeWAV and Pettis County Jail marks the 18th facility partnership in Missouri and exemplifies HomeWAV’s commitment to driving integrity, innovation, and impact throughout the correctional industry. HomeWAV’s advanced technology and services are helping correctional facilities across the country redefine inmate communication and technology solutions.

About HomeWAV

Founded in 2011, HomeWAV LLC has remained the industry leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions to correctional facilities across the country. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, our all-in-one patented platform is the first of its kind to satisfy the growing demands in the correctional industry. Through our organizational pillars of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, we are disrupting the industry standard by leading with fairness and developing transformative technology while keeping facilities safe and communities connected. For more information, visit HomeWAV at homewav.com and on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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HomeWAV Partners with Lake County Community Corrections Enhancing Inmate Communications and Access to Technology

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Company strengthens its presence in Indiana with the 11th facility partnership

CROWN POINT, Ind., October 30, 2023–HomeWAV, the leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication solutions, is proud to announce its latest partnership with Lake County Community Corrections in Indiana. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as it continues to transform the landscape of corrections technology and communication services.

Lake County Community Corrections recognized the need for a comprehensive upgrade in equipment and technology, leading them to seek out a new partner who could meet their evolving needs, including the integration of tablet technology to enhance inmate communications and provide access to a broader range of resources. After strategic consideration, Lake County Community Corrections selected HomeWAV as their partner of choice to provide an innovative solution that aligns with their vision for the future.

Under this new partnership, HomeWAV has deployed a total of nine HomePAS™ (Protected Access System) kiosks and 95 ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets within the correctional facility. These state-of-the-art kiosks and tablets will offer inmates an array of features, including voice, video, and messaging services, and, most importantly, an enriched platform for communication with their loved ones. The tablets not only serve as a means of keeping communities connected, but they also grant inmates access to a library of movies, ebooks, games, and music to improve their capabilities for rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Furthermore, inmates benefit from educational resources through the Kolibri platform at no cost, fostering personal growth and development.

This marks the 11th facility in Indiana to partner with HomeWAV, a testament to HomeWAV’s commitment to building strong relationships and providing cutting-edge technology to correctional facilities throughout the state. The partnership between HomeWAV and Lake County Community Corrections is set to make a positive impact on both the inmates and their community by fostering enhanced communication, education, and entertainment options.

The collaboration with Lake County Community Corrections represents a significant step forward in revolutionizing inmate communications and technology solutions and further solidifies HomeWAV’s credible reputation as a trusted and forward-thinking partner in the correctional industry.

About HomeWAV

Founded in 2011, HomeWAV LLC has remained the industry leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions to correctional facilities across the country. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, our all-in-one patented platform is the first of its kind to satisfy the growing demands in the correctional industry. Through our organizational pillars of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, we are disrupting the industry standard by leading with fairness and developing transformative technology while keeping facilities safe and communities connected. For more information, visit HomeWAV at homewav.com and on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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Media Contact:
Amanda Jasper
636.212.1859
a.jasper@homewav.com

CASE STUDY : Adams County Detention Center

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Located in Brighton, Colorado, Adams County Detention Center maintains character, integrity, and transparency and manages the movement, behavior, and transportation of inmates to provide a safe and humane environment for the incarcerated. Since the current facility opened in 1986, the jail has grown with multiple renovations and currently houses an average of 900 inmates with a maximum capacity of 1,700 beds.

KEY FACILITY PARTNERS: Susan Argo, Detention Manager

CHALLENGES: Adams County Detention Center previously utilized an inmate communications system that was difficult to use for inmates’ families and detention staff. Dissatisfied with their previous system that required numerous tedious platform windows, their facility staff, inmates, family, and friends needed an updated, advanced platform to streamline all inmate communication efforts and provide a more straightforward means to connect. After searching for a new, innovative partner to provide these technology services at the annual CSOC conference, Adams County Detention Center selected HomeWAV after an extensive RFP process.

CASE STUDY: Liberty County Jail

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Located in Hinesville, Georgia, Liberty County Jail’s mission is to serve citizens through dedication, professionalism, and cooperation in order to preserve peace, maintain order, and protect life by using proven law enforcement standards that respect individual dignity and rights. Beginning jail operations using HomeWAV on June 1, 2021, the facility houses an average of 230 inmates with a maximum capacity of 305 beds.

KEY FACILITY PARTNERS: Sheriff William Bowman, Chief Deputy Alfonza Hagan, Major Sascha Krumnow, Major David Edwards

CHALLENGES: Prior to his retirement, Major David Edwards wanted a solution that would help Liberty County Jail move forward to keep up with technological advances and resolve on-site visitation issues. With the burden on staff to move inmates back and forth, on-site weekend visitation oftentimes resulted in long visitor lines that stretched out the door. Then, early COVID-19 lockdowns halted the facility’s on-site visitation operations completely. Major Edwards and the sheriff’s department understood why an all-in-one inmate communications solution was critical moving forward, but they needed to find the right partner to deliver this type of system. Looking to resolve these on-site visitation issues, Liberty County Jail wanted a streamlined communication platform provided by an innovative partner to propel their facility into the future of remote video visitation.

CASE STUDY: Hendricks County Jail

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Located in Danville, Indiana, Hendricks County Jail’s mission is to provide a safe, secure, and constitutional detention facility in the most respectful, professional, and fiscally responsible manner possible. Hendricks County built a new jail facility that resolves previous infrastructure issues with the original, outdated linear jail that were difficult to manage. The new space occupies 168,000 square feet and features 54 HomePAS™ kiosks and 544 new ComPAS™ tablets in a building that houses 599 beds. Hendricks County Jail’s new facility was complete in October 2022, with administrative staff moving in initially. Full-service jail operations began in February 2023.

KEY FACILITY PARTNERS: Sheriff Jack Sadler, Chief Deputy Scott Larsen, Matron Ronda Elliott

CHALLENGES: Hendricks County Jail wanted a low-cost, all-in-one solution from an innovative inmate communications provider and sought out a new, reliable partner that would not charge a high price for state-of-the-art equipment. They were open to new options that would provide better inmate communications options and wanted to give a new company a chance to make a difference in their facility. After an informative presentation in which HomeWAV asked in-depth questions and showed genuine care about their needs, Hendricks County Jail selected HomeWAV as their partner on November 10, 2015. HomeWAV’s task was to deliver a solution to not only produce more revenue for the facility, but also to provide a much better, reliable service for inmates to connect with their loved ones.

HomeWAV Earns September 2023 Great Place To Work Certification™

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St. Louis-based inmate communications company receives certification for third consecutive year

ST. LOUIS, Mo., October 9, 2023 – HomeWAV, the leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the third year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at HomeWAV. This year, 83% of employees at HomeWAV say it is a great place to work compared to 57% of employees at a typical U.S.-based company.

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention, and increased innovation.

“Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work. She emphasizes that Certification is the sole official recognition earned by the real-time feedback of employees regarding their company culture. “By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that HomeWAV stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees.”

According to Great Place To Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified™ great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified™ workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, are twice as likely to be paid fairly, and have a fair chance at promotion.

“This award is a reflection of our commitment to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported,” says HomeWAV CEO Morteza Sahebkar. “We are grateful for our employees’ hard work and dedication, and we are committed to continuing to foster a culture where everyone can thrive.”

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About HomeWAV

Founded in 2011, HomeWAV LLC has remained the industry leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions to correctional facilities across the country. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, our all-in-one patented platform is the first of its kind to satisfy the growing demands in the correctional industry. Through our organizational pillars of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, we are disrupting the industry standard by leading with fairness and developing transformative technology while keeping facilities safe and communities connected. For more information, visit HomeWAV at homewav.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Great Place To Work Certification™

Great Place To Work® Certification™ is the most definitive “employer-of-choice” recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place To Work-Certified.

About Great Place To Work®

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List. Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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HomeWAV Partners with Benton County Jail to Enhance Inmate Communications and Safety

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Company strengthens its presence in Missouri with the 17th facility partnership

WARSAW, Mo., September 26, 2023 – HomeWAV, the leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication solutions, is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Benton County Jail in Warsaw, Missouri. The collaboration brings advanced communication services to the facility, aiming to address the challenges faced by the county’s previous provider while enhancing safety and security for inmates and facility staff.

After evaluating various providers, the Benton County Jail, a facility with a maximum capacity of 100 beds, selected HomeWAV for its comprehensive offerings to upgrade its inmate communications system, including voice calls, video visitation, messaging, and tablets.

The facility completed installation of HomeWAV’s technology on July 28, with 11 HomePAS™ (Protected Access System) kiosks and 115 ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets throughout the facility. This deployment allows inmates to stay connected with their loved ones and access essential communication services efficiently.

Benton County Sheriff Eric Knox expressed satisfaction with the collaboration, stating, “Our goal is to provide for the safety and security of our detainees while providing them with the limited amenities they are entitled to. HomeWAV had the best offerings to assist us in meeting this goal.”

HomeWAV has gained prominence in the Missouri market, with Benton County Jail being the 17th facility to benefit from its all-in-one solution. The company’s dedication to outstanding customer service and robust product portfolio has positioned it as a trusted partner for correctional facilities across the country seeking to modernize their inmate communication and technology.

About HomeWAV

Founded in 2011, HomeWAV LLC has remained the industry leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions to correctional facilities across the country. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, our all-in-one patented platform is the first of its kind to satisfy the growing demands in the correctional industry. Through our organizational pillars of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, we are disrupting the industry standard by leading with fairness and developing transformative technology while keeping facilities safe and communities connected. For more information, visit HomeWAV at homewav.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Media Contact:
Amanda Jasper
636.212.1859
a.jasper@homewav.com

CASE STUDY: Phelps County Jail

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Located in Rolla, Missouri, the Phelps County Sheriff’s Department’s mission is to provide the highest degree of law enforcement possible to the citizens of Phelps County utilizing the resources that are made available to them. They pledge that they will serve with integrity, professionalism, dedication, competence, and character, and they will apply the laws of the State of Missouri equally to those they serve.

KEY FACILITY PARTNERS: Sheriff Mike Kirn, Lieutenant Joe Taylor, Sergeant Marvin Jackson

CHALLENGES:

Phelps County Sheriff’s Department knew their jail needed to bridge the gap between once-a-week visitation and anytime visitation to help ease the burden on facility staff and improve visitation options for inmates and their loved ones. They wanted to find an innovative inmate communications partner who could bring their vision to life through video visitation technology. HomeWAV’s modern technology was intriguing to Phelps County for its superior capabilities compared to other providers and its local proximity within Missouri. For these reasons, Phelps County decided to select HomeWAV as their inmate communications and technology solutions provider to improve facility operations within their jail through its complete ecosystem of services.

HomeWAV Enhances Inmate Communication and Education at Sangamon County Jail

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IP communications company will provide tablets to revolutionize communication and education opportunities for inmates

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., July 14, 2023 – HomeWAV, a leading provider of secure inmate communication solutions, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Sangamon County Jail in Springfield, Illinois. This collaboration entails the implementation of HomeWAV’s innovative inmate communication system, which will revolutionize communication and education opportunities for inmates.

Sangamon County, with an average capacity of 327 inmates in its jail, has chosen HomeWAV as their comprehensive provider for a wide range of inmate services, including voice calls, video visitation, messaging, educational tools, entertainment, and off-site mail scanning. HomePAS™ (Protected Access System) kiosks will be strategically installed in each housing unit, while ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets will be provided to all inmates.

HomeWAV’s cutting-edge technology enables inmates to have remote video visitation, allowing them to connect more frequently and easily with their loved ones. Furthermore, the incorporation of off-site mail scanning ensures enhanced security and efficiency in managing inmate mail.

Sheriff Jack Campbell states his office is moving to the next step in assisting jail inmates to work towards getting their GED, take college classes, and utilize other entertainment platforms while awaiting trial or completing their sentence. “It is imperative we provide inmates with the technology to assist them in becoming productive members of our society. In addition, we will provide entertainment platforms that will aid them by providing a distraction from their situation. By partnering with HomeWAV, we can provide opportunities they previously didn’t have.”

HomeWAV Chairman Jay Johnson recognizes the transformative impact of the partnership. “We are proud to deliver Sangamon County a comprehensive solution that surpasses market standards. Our advanced technology not only optimizes jail operations but also provides inmates with access to educational resources, enabling self-improvement and promoting positive connections with their support networks.”

At the forefront of HomeWAV’s offerings is the ComPAS™ tablet, which provides inmates with a versatile platform for voice calls, video visits, messaging, entertainment, and educational content. Through the tablet’s inmate education platform, inmates gain access to GED preparation materials, self-improvement courses, and a variety of academic subjects, offering valuable opportunities for personal growth and reducing recidivism.

“By providing tablets to the facility, the inmates will now have access to educational and self-improvement programming as well as messaging and entertainment features,” said HomeWAV Director of Strategic Accounts Jim DiCenso. “Our system is designed to give the inmates the opportunity for self-improvement
and education with the hope of reducing recidivism. Keeping the inmates busy with educational tools, religious materials, books, and movies will also cut down on violent and disruptive acts in the jail and make for a safer environment for everyone in the facility.”

The five-year partnership between HomeWAV and Sangamon County exemplifies HomeWAV’s commitment to revolutionizing inmate communication and education. Installation of the inmate communication system is scheduled for completion by the end of September 2023.

About HomeWAV

Founded in 2011, HomeWAV LLC has remained the industry leader in providing simple, secure inmate communication and technology solutions to correctional facilities across the country. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, our all-in-one patented platform is the first of its kind to satisfy the growing demands in the correctional industry. Through our organizational pillars of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, we are disrupting the industry standard by leading with fairness and developing transformative technology while keeping facilities safe and communities connected. For more information, visit HomeWAV at production-www.homewav.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

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Media Contact:
Amanda Jasper
636.212.1859
a.jasper@homewav.com

CASE STUDY: Ware County Jail

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Located in Waycross, Georgia, Ware County Sheriff’s Office’s goal is to be more interactive with the people they serve, continuously seeking ways to improve the organization and to build upon relationships within their community. The jail facility houses an average of 380 inmates with a maximum capacity of 511 beds.

KEY FACILITY PARTNERS: Former Sheriff Randy Royal, Sheriff Carl James, Captain Ralph Pittman

CHALLENGES: On weekends, Ware County Jail’s on-site visitation was in such high demand that the visitor line would wrap around the building. This popularity of in-person visitation caused the facility staff to be tied up nonstop, attending specifically to in-person visitation needs. This included constant transportation of inmates throughout the facility and created a hazard in overall safety. Looking for a way to safely and securely allow inmates to communicate with their loved ones but eliminate the challenges of weekend visitation, Ware County Sheriff’s Office searched for a partner to provide the ability to have remote visitation while keeping the lobby empty. As enticing as this notion already was, when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, it was obvious the jail needed an inmate communication and technology solution more than ever.