Osawatomie State Hospital

03/17/2026

Our staff at Osawatomie State Hospital really showed up today in their best green attire to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! From bright shamrocks to festive outfits, it was wonderful to see so many team members joining in the fun and spreading a little extra cheer throughout the hospital. 💚

Here are a few photos for you to enjoy of our lucky crew in action! 📸
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03/16/2026

🌎💙 Happy World Social Work Day! 💙🌎

Today we recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion, and impact of social workers everywhere. On World Social Work Day, we honor the professionals who advocate for individuals, strengthen families, and build healthier communities through their commitment to service and care.

At Osawatomie State Hospital and AAC, our social workers play a vital role in supporting patients throughout their recovery journey. From coordinating care and advocating for patient needs to connecting individuals with resources and planning for successful transitions, their work helps create hope and opportunity every day.

Thank you to all social workers for the compassion, resilience, and dedication you bring to the people and communities you serve. Your work truly makes a difference. 💙👏

03/10/2026

2026 Mental Health Advocacy Day at the Capital in Topeka. Advocacy Day is held annually with groups gathering from throughout state that come together to show the importance of Mental Health. Legislative members are also in attendance and very involved with the importance of this day! Rally on the south lawn of the Capital was held by Governor Laura Kelly. This year's theme was Every Piece Matters.

02/27/2026

A big congratulations to our nominees and award winners of the Employee of the Quarter. All these staff members are nominated by their peers to show appreciation for all the hard work and dedication.

02/17/2026

Reminder this is this Saturday February 21st at the Osawatomie City Auditorium starting at 6pm. Come out for a family fun night and help support the Friends of the Mentally Ill Foundation, Inc.

Friends of the Mentally Ill Foundation, Inc. is hosting Music Bingo. All proceeds go to help our patients. Mark your calendars this is a great family event and a great way to help a great cause and have fun!!

02/17/2026

There is a new hospital being built in Wichita in Sedgwick County. South Central Regional Psychiatric Hospital will be a new adult mental health facility. This facility will have 104 secure beds for adults with acute mental illness and serve the citizens of Kansas closer to home in Sedgwick County. 52 beds will be for acute care, and the other 52 beds will be for criminal defendant's ordered for competency treatment. This is currently being built and is set to open early 2027. The State of Kansas will run this hospital in addition to Larned, Parsons, KNI and Osawatomie.

02/16/2026

Today we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation’s history and helped guide the United States through times of challenge, growth, and change.

Did you know that one of our Presidents once visited right here in Osawatomie? In 1910, Theodore Roosevelt traveled to Osawatomie State Hospital during his famous “New Nationalism” tour — and even stopped for lunch while in town. His visit marked a significant moment in our community’s history and remains a point of pride for Osawatomie.

It’s a reminder that even small towns can play a role in the larger story of our nation.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Presidents Day as we reflect on leadership, service, and the history that connects us all. 🇺🇸

02/11/2026

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If you are looking for gifts or looking to decorate your patios, porches or home look no further our workshop can help you out. Contact John Young or Robert Dehart at 913-755-5686 for any questions or request of specialized items.

02/10/2026

Supporting our local Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce.

02/02/2026

🦫😄 Happy Groundhog Day! 😄🦫

Here at Osawatomie State Hospital, we don’t need the news to tell us it’s Groundhog Day—we’ve got groundhogs roaming campus like they own the place 👀😂

To our furry coworkers: please check for your shadow ASAP. We’re officially requesting an early spring and less winter. No pressure… but we’re all counting on you. 🌤️🌷

Until then, we’ll keep watching our campus celebrities pop in and out of their holes and pretending they’re part of the staff. 😄

01/30/2026

Congratulations Deb Day for your over 17 years of Service to the Citizen's of Kansas. Enjoy your retirement!

01/30/2026

Congratulations Michelle Kice on your retirement and working for the citizen's of Kansas for over 30 years. Enjoy your retirement!