The pandemic significantly impacted all aspects of human life, including the experiences of female persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) in correctional institutions. Understanding their lived experiences is crucial in developing programs that promote holistic reformation and help them reintegrate as law-abiding citizens upon returning to their communities. This study explored the experiences of female PDLs during the pandemic, focusing on the problems they encountered inside the rehabilitation facility and their coping mechanisms. A qualitative research method was employed, involving eight female PDLs from the Metro Bacolod District Jail–Female Dormitory. Colaizzi’s method of data analysis was used to interpret the findings, resulting in six emergent themes: resiliency and resourcefulness behind challenges, realizations over difficulties, behavioral adjustments as a key to survival, positive reinforcement for change and growth, well-balanced physical and mental health, and faith and optimism. The problems encountered mainly related to basic human needs, prompting the development of behaviors such as resilience, patience, and optimism to adapt and survive within the facility. The study also found that the informants experienced growth in their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being despite the challenges. It is recommended that jail administrators continue implementing restorative programs and enhance their consideration of the basic human needs of female PDLs to ensure the continued effectiveness of rehabilitation efforts.