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Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute

340 Bagley Circle
Marion, VA 24354

(276) 783-1200

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Contact Information

Main
(276) 783-1200
TTY/TTD
(276) 783-1365

Who We Are

The Geriatric Unit of Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (SWVMHI) provides care for elderly patients (age 65 years and older) with mental health issues who are unable to live in a less structured environment. It includes 20 Medicare Intensive Psychiatric Treatment beds and 20 Medicaid Intermediate Care beds. The administration of this unit also includes a seven-bed infirmary. This unit is utilized for the care of patients with medical problems which cannot be treated on other units at SWVMHI, yet do not require the level of care of a general hospital.



The Geriatric/Infirmary Unit serves adult and geriatric clients from the following six Community Services Boards: Planning District 1, Dickenson County, Cumberland Mountain, Highlands, Mount Rogers, and New River Valley (adults only).



Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute is a 156-bed state-run psychiatric facility serving 24 counties and 8 cities in Southwestern Virginia, operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. As a state-operated psychiatric hospital, this agency does not have any State license requirements.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Abingdon City
,
Grayson County
,
Smyth County
,
Washington County
,
Wythe County

Cost & Payment Methods

Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
,
Private Insurance
,
Medicaid
Fee Structure
Fee Range

Age Requirements
56-60
,
60+
Family
No

Available 24/7
Yes

Intake Process
Please call for information.
Provider Refer
Yes

Qualifications
Qualification Type
Licensure
Qualification Entity
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services