Cook County DOC - Cermak Health Services Housing
Cook County DOC - Cermak Health Services Housing
CCDOC Medical / Hospital HousingMailing Address
[Individual in Custody Full Name] — [Booking Identification Number]
Cook County Department of Corrections
2700 S. California Avenue
Chicago, IL 60608
Cook County Department of Corrections
2700 S. California Avenue
Chicago, IL 60608
Physical Address
2700 S. California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608
Phone
Governing Agency
Cook County Sheriff's Office - Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC)
Inmate ID
Booking Identification Number — Required
Last Verified
September 27, 2026
Facility Mailing and Service Information
Address letters to the individual's full name and Booking Identification Number, Cook County Department of Corrections, 2700 S. California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608.
Source: Official sourceLast verified: September 27, 2026
Cook County prohibits Polaroid instant photos with double backing and pictures showing weapons, money or gang signs. Confirm all current photo/content restrictions before sending valuable originals.
Source: Official sourceLast verified: September 27, 2026
Cook County limits incoming books/magazines and prohibits many package items. Current rules state no more than three paperback books or magazines per mailing. Verify source and content rules before ordering.
Source: Official sourceLast verified: September 27, 2026
Cook County does not accept cash through the mail. Current rules allow qualifying money orders/cashier's checks using the individual's exact name and Booking Identification Number, or approved electronic/kiosk deposit methods.
Source: Official sourceLast verified: September 27, 2026
Find the individual's current housing division first. Visitation schedules and telephone contacts vary by division; approved visitors should follow the current CCDOC scheduling process.
Source: Official sourceLast verified: September 27, 2026
How to Address Your Letter
Cook County uses one system-wide personal-mail address regardless of current housing division. Use the individual's full name and Booking Identification Number, Cook County Department of Corrections, 2700 S. California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608. Verify the person's current housing division with the CCDOC locator before planning a visit.
About Cook County DOC - Cermak Health Services Housing
Cermak Health Services remains an active medical housing and treatment location within the Cook County Jail complex.