Central State Hospital

Central State Hospital We are an inpatient mental health facility in Dinwiddie, providing quality care to Virginia since 1870!

Central State Hospital, originally known as the Central Lunatic Asylum, is a psychiatric facility in Petersburg, Virginia. It was the first psychiatric hospital in the country for "colored persons of unsound mind." It serves the greater Richmond region of Virginia for civil and lower-risk forensic admissions, and its maximum security unit serves the entire Commonwealth for higher-risk forensic admissions. Central State Hospital is always seeking high-quality prospective employees dedicated to facilitating recovery from mental illness and implementing trauma-informed approaches to treatment. Please visit https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/employment/ to view current openings and/or to find contact information for our Human Resources department.

Exciting opportunity to join our team!
08/28/2025

Exciting opportunity to join our team!

07/29/2025
Come join our team!
07/22/2025

Come join our team!

Eid al-Fitr begins this evening- Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate!
03/30/2025

Eid al-Fitr begins this evening- Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate!

National Nutrition Month is celebrated every March, encouraging us to make informed eating choices that lead to healthie...
03/24/2025

National Nutrition Month is celebrated every March, encouraging us to make informed eating choices that lead to healthier habits, which can improve our overall well-being!

We all know that food directly affects our physical health, but it plays a significant role in our mental health as well. It brings us closer to other cultures, giving us the opportunity to share time with loved ones and pass down traditions through our meals. However, access to food can vary between communities, and it's important that we work towards a world where everyone has the ability to make healthier choices for themselves and their families!

For more information, please visit www.eatright.org.

Today is the first day of Spring! We've been looking forward to enjoying the warmer weather on campus- what plans do you...
03/20/2025

Today is the first day of Spring!

We've been looking forward to enjoying the warmer weather on campus- what plans do you have for the season? Let us know in the comments below!

To become a Certified Nurse, you must be formally recognized for having the unique knowledge, skills, and experience to ...
03/19/2025

To become a Certified Nurse, you must be formally recognized for having the unique knowledge, skills, and experience to provide superior patient service in a variety of settings. With over 200 specialties throughout the medical field, please join us in celebrating the individuals who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to quality care!

This Social Work Month, we're celebrating the incredible social workers who are making a difference in the lives of othe...
03/18/2025

This Social Work Month, we're celebrating the incredible social workers who are making a difference in the lives of others every day with their work. Through this unwavering compassion and drive to action, they continue to create positive change in the world around them.

On the road to recovery, social workers are an invaluable resource to those looking for guidance, and we're eternally grateful for all that they do!

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Central State Hospital!
03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Central State Hospital!

We're wishing a happy and colorful Holi to all who celebrate!
03/14/2025

We're wishing a happy and colorful Holi to all who celebrate!

"Chag Purim sameach" to all who celebrate!
03/13/2025

"Chag Purim sameach" to all who celebrate!

This week's Self-Care Wednesday teaches us the "Practice of Hygge."The people of Denmark adhere to this philosophy as a ...
03/12/2025

This week's Self-Care Wednesday teaches us the "Practice of Hygge."

The people of Denmark adhere to this philosophy as a means of fostering an atmosphere of comfort, connection, and contentment through the simple pleasures in life. Cherishing these often overlooked moments can foster improved mental health by emphasizing our mindfulness, and finding a sense of belonging in our surroundings!

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26317 W. Washington Street
Petersburg, VA
23803

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