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Inpatient Mental Health Facilities | Eastern State Hospital

Inpatient Mental Health Facilities

Directors Office 4601 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188

Eligibility

Ages 18 and older; Seniors 65 and older; Transition-aged young adults aged 18-25; Adults with serious mental illness; Individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia; Individuals with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders; Individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder; Veterans; Individuals with traumatic brain injury; Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgendered clients; Forensic clients

Hours

Contact organization for more information
757-253-5161

Voice - Main Line

https://www.esh.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov/main.html

Languages

English, ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired; Spanish;

Fees

Accepts Medicaid; Medicare; Client/patient fees (i.e., out-of-pocket); Private health insurance;

Description

Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773 with a well intentioned emphasis on community focused mental health care. The Hospital is situated on 500 acres and consists of 2 patient care buildings, and a staff of over 900 to care for the 300 patients. Eastern State Hospital is part of The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services system and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Providing organization

Virginia Department of Health