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Facts about NYC & NYS Mental Health System
The
following facts about the NYC and NYS mental health systems add important
context for the articles.
• NYC has 2,600 inpatient psychiatric acute care beds in 43 facilities.
• According to the most recent data, the City Dept. of Health &
Mental Health had 187 contracts with voluntary agencies to provide 535
programs for 576,000 individuals per year.
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22% of those served are under 18 years old; 29% are between 35 –
49 years old.
• Although the majority of service recipients (55%) are White, the
highest rate of services is to members of the Black and Hispanic communities.
Source: FY2003 District Resource Statement – DOHMH;
and 2005-2009 Statewide Comprehensive Plan for MH Services, Jan. 2005.