Eastern State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services system, was founded in 1773 with a well-intentioned emphasis on community-focused mental health care. The Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, is situated over 580 acres and consists of 28 buildings. The 600-bed facility provides treatment to approximately 500 patients with about 1,300 staff.
