Finding Aid Search Results
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Creator:
New York (State). State Commission in Lunacy
Abstract:
This series consists of published copies of selected annual reports prepared by the commission to summarize its work and make recommendations. Typically the reports include general information on the state system, and certain early reports address the licensed private institution systems and the general .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). State Commission in Lunacy
Abstract:
The State Commission in Lunacy licensed, regulated and investigated public and private institutions that provided care of the state's mentally ill. This series consists of one volume of medical certificates for persons admitted to mental health facilities. Information includes patient name, sex, nativity, .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Manhattan State Hospital
Abstract:
This series documents patients of several facility branches, wards, and asylums. Extent of coverage is sometimes uncertain. Typical information includes names, dates of admission, ages, origins, and physical conditions of patients as well as observations of behavior, treatment procedures, and other .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Manhattan State Hospital
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Series:
B2837
Dates:
1949-1960-1962, 1964-1967
Abstract:
This series consists of statistical data documenting numbers of patients present, admitted on parole or leave, escaped, and died. Statistics are categorized by male and female. Some average populations are given by month. No patients are identified by name..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Buffalo State Hospital. Superintendent's Office
Abstract:
This series includes reports of visits to Buffalo State Hospital conducted by the Board of Visitors, members of the State Hospital Commission, and medical inspectors; records relating to patient admission and discharge; and records (steward's letters, store accounts, and inventories) pertaining to purchase .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Buffalo State Hospital. Superintendent's Office
Abstract:
This series consists of correspondence to and from the State Hospital Commission, individuals, institutions, and agencies relating to administration of the Buffalo State Hospital or to individual patient care. Topics include budgets, staff activity, staff and patient accidents, and general institutional .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Attorney General's Office
Abstract:
The series consists of annual reports of the trustees of the Willard Asylum for the Insane, and later, the board of managers of the Willard State Hospital, summarizing the management and progress of the institution. Reports list financial contributions to the hospital; statistics for the patient population; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Manhattan State Hospital
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Series:
B2412
Dates:
1883-1898, with gaps
Abstract:
The series consists of a relatively small number of medical certificates, petitions, lunacy orders, and other forms containing patient information which document the process used to commit patients for care at the New York City Asylum for the Insane (and its successor, the Manhattan State Hospital)..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Willard Asylum for the Insane
Abstract:
This series consists of transcripts of orders of admission and medical certificates (commitment papers) for patients admitted to Willard State Hospital. Records include patient's name; date admitted; and residence. Medical certificates include physician's observations and opinions concerning patient's .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Utica State Hospital (N.Y.)
Abstract:
This series consists of annual reports of the Board of Managers (later Board of Visitors) of the New York State Lunatic Asylum (successor Utica State Hospital). Each annual report includes reports from the Board of Managers Treasurer and Superintendent. The reports discuss conditions, progress, notable .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Manhattan Psychiatric Center
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Series:
B2404
Dates:
1846-2003
Abstract:
This series consists of scattered documentation of patient admissions, discharges, and deaths. The registers cover several facility branches, wards, and asylums. Exact coverage is sometimes uncertain..........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Matteawan State Hospital
Abstract:
This series contains records pertaining to Auburn Asylum for Insane Convicts and Matteawan State Hospital. Auburn Asylum records include prison inspectors' minutes; superintendent's reports; employee records; an inmate register; account books and inventory records; and case record books. Matteawan State .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
13
Creator:
Willard State Hospital (N.Y.)
Title:
Series:
B1429
Dates:
1869-1927
Abstract:
This series consists of medical certificates, petitions, lunacy orders, and forms containing patient information documenting the process used to commit people for care at Willard Asylum (later Willard State Hospital). Earliest forms include patient name, admission date, case number, number committed .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Willard State Hospital (N.Y.)
Title:
Series:
B1434
Dates:
1887-1938
Abstract:
This series consists of published annual reports of commissions and institutions with management oversight of those deemed to be mentally deficient. The volumes were maintained at the Willard Psychiatric Center library, most likely for research purposes and later as historical references. Also included .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
Abstract:
The monthly reports of the Board of Visitors of Willard Psychiatric Center consist of superintendent/directors' reports and Board of Visitors meeting minutes. The reports discuss epidemics; patient and staff health; accidents; department reports; statistics related to admissions, deaths, and discharges; .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
Title:
Series:
B2505
Dates:
1974-1992
Abstract:
These records consist of materials used to generate final monthly reports of the Board of Visitors. They contain summaries of work performed by functional units at Willard (primarily statistical analysis) and raw statistical data pertaining to patients and staff. The board was responsible for reviewing .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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Creator:
New York (State). Office of Mental Health
Abstract:
This series consists of the official forms and administrative data documenting the admission, legal status, assessment, treatment planning, treatment, and discharge of patients in the state's mental health facilities. Records include admission, death, and discharge records; patient photographs; census .........
Repository:
New York State Archives
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