The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has opened the Hawaiʻi State Hospital New Patient Facility.

On Wednesday, April 13, approximately 30 patients moved from the nearly 70 year-old Guensburg Building  to the New Patient Facility.  Additional patients and staff will continue to move to the new facility in a phased approach throughout April and May.

DOH completed staff training and the Department of Accounting and General Services oversaw completion of warranty and corrective work to facilitate today’s move-in. Work and training will continue as additional units are opened.

The New Patient Facility incorporates clinical best practices in psychiatric care and creates a modern therapeutic environment. The new facility includes patient care units, therapy and treatment facilities, outdoor courtyards, admissions and transfer suites, building support functions, and office spaces.