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St. Elizabeths Hospital
Saint Elizabeths Hospital is a historic public psychiatric hospital in Washington, D.C., operated by the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health. Founded in 1855, it provides comprehensive, recovery-oriented inpatient care for adults with serious mental illness, including both civil and forensic commitments. With a capacity of 292 beds, it offers a range of services such as psychiatric evaluation, medication management, individual and group therapy, and various rehabilitative programs. The hospital does not operate a traditional emergency room but provides 24/7 inpatient care and works with the DBH crisis services. As a public facility, it accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and serves all DC residents regardless of their ability to pay, with a strong focus on accessibility and patient support services.
St. Elizabeths Hospital
Saint Elizabeths Hospital is a historic public psychiatric hospital in Washington, D.C., operated by the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health. Founded in 1855, it provides comprehensive, recovery-oriented inpatient care for adults with serious mental illness, including both civil and forensic commitments. With a capacity of 292 beds, it offers a range of services such as psychiatric evaluation, medication management, individual and group therapy, and various rehabilitative programs. The hospital does not operate a traditional emergency room but provides 24/7 inpatient care and works with the DBH crisis services. As a public facility, it accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and serves all DC residents regardless of their ability to pay, with a strong focus on accessibility and patient support services.