Rome Developmental Center Colony Journal/Telephone Log
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.25 cubic feet
3 volumes
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
These books record the use of the colony telephone by patients at one of the colonies at the Rome Developmental Center. The entries are recorded in diary or journal fashion by the ward attendee or other staff. Information includes names of patients and attendees, date and time phone calls were made, and duration of phone calls. The series contains notes pertaining to the content of phone calls made and received, as well as extensive notes on patients' activities, interactions, and behavior.
Access Restrictions
Restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Access Terms
Intellectual disability facilities patients
Developmentally disabled--Institutional care--New York (State)
People with mental disabilities--Institutional care--New York (State)