Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.) Press Releases
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series consists of press release files maintained by the administration of Willard Psychiatric Center (previously Willard State Hospital). These files were maintained to help executive staff keep abreast of news relating to the New York State Department of Mental Hygiene and Office of Mental Health (OMH).
Title
- Press releases
Quantity
- 0.5 cubic foot
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- B2738
Creator
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
This series consists of press release files maintained by the administration of Willard Psychiatric Center (previously Willard State Hospital). These files were maintained to help executive staff keep abreast of news relating to the New York State Department of Mental Hygiene and Office of Mental Health (OMH). Most press releases were produced by the Department of Mental Hygiene, OMH, or the Executive Chamber. Topics of note include staffing changes in major administrative positions, renovation or construction of other state-run psychiatric facilities, and updates to department-wide policies and guidelines. Included with some press releases is correspondence relating to the content of the release.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Access Terms
Corporate Name(s)
- Willard State Hospital (N.Y.)
- New York (State). Office of Mental Health
- New York (State). Department of Mental Hygiene