Riverview Psychiatric Center, also known as Riverview Psychiatric Recovery Center, formerly the Augusta Mental Health Institute, or AMHI, is a psychiatric hospital in Augusta, Maine, operated by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. The center recruits for volunteers from the United Way for certain services.
History
Modern psychiatric hospitals evolved from, and eventually replaced, the older lunatic asylums. The development of the modern psychiatric hospital is also the story of the rise of organised, institutional psychiatry. In the 19th century, institutionalisation was found to be the "correct solution" to the problem of "madness".
In 1834, the Maine Legislature established the "Maine Insane Hospital", and together with private donations, state appropriations enabled the hospital to open in 1840.
From 1946 to 1962, Dr. Francis Harper Sleeper (1900-1983) served as the superintendent, and his name lent itself to the Sleeper Era, a period of several changes to services, including "unitary control" of nursing, hiring of an additional psychologist and interns, hiring of a pharmacist and a dentist, and creation of a library with a librarian. From the late 1940s through the early 1960s, "the hospital experienced extensive over-crowding." In the 1960s, a new superintendent, Dr. James Patterson, mandated discharge of patients (as opposed to leaves of absence), which raised admissions, yet, "the population began to drop because of use of new medications."
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Learn about the important work being done at Riverview and the many hands it takes to support their clients.
published: 19 Jan 2023
Riverview Psychiatric Center Nurse Job Profile
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Learn about the work these nurses do at Riverview and why it is so important to them.
published: 19 Jan 2023
Riverview Psychiatric Center re-certified for Medicare
The Riverview Psychiatric Center has been re-certified for Medicare after improvements to its system.
published: 22 Feb 2019
Abandoned Riverview Insane Asylum, One Of Vancouver’s Most HAUNTED Locations!
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In 1904 the province of British Columbia purchased 405 hectares for the construction of the hospital and farm in a rural setting. Opening in 1913, Riverview became home to some of the provinces most disturbed patients.
You may recognize this property as it has become a popular filming location. The Matrix franchise, Deadpool, X-Files, Smallville, Riverdale, Butterfly Effect, Final Destination are just a few that have chosen this eerie sit...
published: 06 Oct 2022
DHHS fires Riverview Psychiatric Center superintendant
Move comes after year of bad headlines for Riverview, in which federal government pulled $20 million in funding. WMTW News 8's Paul Merrill reports.
published: 05 Mar 2014
Legislature to consider Riverview Psychiatric Center in special session
State lawmakers are holding a special session in Augusta today to agree on a plan to reduce overcrowding at the Riverview Psychiatric Center. WMTW News 8's Thema Ponton has a closer look.
published: 29 Aug 2013
RIVERVIEW PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL Feb 8/23
I go behind the fence at 110 yr old Mental Hospital and explore a lil bit at Riverview
published: 09 Feb 2023
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI)
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) opened in 1840 . Originally named the Maine Insane Hospital and later the Augusta State Hospital, it closed in 2004 and was replaced on the same grounds with Riverview Psychiatric Hospital. This video gives us a brief glimpse into the evolution of mental health treatment from primarily institutional to community based care. You will have the privilege to witness some of the patients artwork on the walls of the tunnels. We end with the opening of Riverview Psychiatric Center, which is “a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.” https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/riverview/about-us.
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published: 07 Feb 2022
Night Time at the old Riverview psychiatric hospital
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published: 16 Sep 2022
Robert Card & Riverview Psychiatric Center
CONSENT DECREE: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://legislature.maine.gov/doc/5910
EMPLOYEE REVIEWS: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Riverview-Psychiatric-Center/faq/what-advice-would-you-give-the-ceo-of-riverview-psychiatric-center-about-how-to-improve-it?quid=1bi87i1bnakgla9j
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI):
https://youtu.be/40qCO_jrO7g
VIOLENT MINDS DOCUMENTARY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5vcneIAyQw&t=41s&pp=ygUjVklPTEVOVCBNSU5EUyBSSVZFUlZJRVcgUFNZQ0hJQVRSSUM%3D
RIVERVIEW PSYCHIATRIC CENTER: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/riverview
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Learn about the important work being done at Riverview and the many hands it takes ...
#careersinmaine #jobsinmaine #workinmaine #jobsinmaine #careers #maine #jobs
Learn about the important work being done at Riverview and the many hands it takes to support their clients.
#careersinmaine #jobsinmaine #workinmaine #jobsinmaine #careers #maine #jobs
Learn about the important work being done at Riverview and the many hands it takes to support their clients.
#jobsinmaine #careersinmaine #workinmaine #careers #jobs #maine #nursingstaff #nursingcareer #psychiatricnursing
Learn about the work these nurses do at Riverv...
#jobsinmaine #careersinmaine #workinmaine #careers #jobs #maine #nursingstaff #nursingcareer #psychiatricnursing
Learn about the work these nurses do at Riverview and why it is so important to them.
#jobsinmaine #careersinmaine #workinmaine #careers #jobs #maine #nursingstaff #nursingcareer #psychiatricnursing
Learn about the work these nurses do at Riverview and why it is so important to them.
We thank you for taking the time to watch our video and appreciate all the positive support! If this is your first time checking out our channel we hope to earn...
We thank you for taking the time to watch our video and appreciate all the positive support! If this is your first time checking out our channel we hope to earn your subscription today! If you enjoyed the video we would appreciate the help if you could share and like our video, it really helps our algorithm on YouTube. Take care everyone and stay safe.
In 1904 the province of British Columbia purchased 405 hectares for the construction of the hospital and farm in a rural setting. Opening in 1913, Riverview became home to some of the provinces most disturbed patients.
You may recognize this property as it has become a popular filming location. The Matrix franchise, Deadpool, X-Files, Smallville, Riverdale, Butterfly Effect, Final Destination are just a few that have chosen this eerie site for their productions.
Over the years, Riverview grew drastically with more than 80 buildings, nearly five thousand patients and just about as many staff.
Although Riverview was recognized as a model in psychiatric care, it eventually gained a bad reputation after units were overcrowded and use of questionable treatment was prevalent.
While it is recognized as a Heritage site today, Riverview has a long dark history and is believed to be haunted, listed as one of Vancouvers most haunted locations.
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In 1904 the province of British Columbia purchased 405 hectares for the construction of the hospital and farm in a rural setting. Opening in 1913, Riverview became home to some of the provinces most disturbed patients.
You may recognize this property as it has become a popular filming location. The Matrix franchise, Deadpool, X-Files, Smallville, Riverdale, Butterfly Effect, Final Destination are just a few that have chosen this eerie site for their productions.
Over the years, Riverview grew drastically with more than 80 buildings, nearly five thousand patients and just about as many staff.
Although Riverview was recognized as a model in psychiatric care, it eventually gained a bad reputation after units were overcrowded and use of questionable treatment was prevalent.
While it is recognized as a Heritage site today, Riverview has a long dark history and is believed to be haunted, listed as one of Vancouvers most haunted locations.
All of our videos are upload in HD! We encourage you to check your settings and change them accordingly if your system doesn’t do it automatically.
Disclaimer: Trespassing is illegal. Adventures R Us does not condone this type of behaviour.
Music provided by Epidemic Sound
www.epidemicsound.com 🎶
Editing program: In Shot
Edit and produced by: Chyanne Tynan
Camera gear 📸: IPhone 7 Plus, GoPro Hero 8, GoPro Hero 3, Rode Microphone🎙, DJI Osmo 3 Axis Gimbal, DJI Mavic Mini Drone
#abandonedplaces #haunted #hauntedhouse
State lawmakers are holding a special session in Augusta today to agree on a plan to reduce overcrowding at the Riverview Psychiatric Center. WMTW News 8's Them...
State lawmakers are holding a special session in Augusta today to agree on a plan to reduce overcrowding at the Riverview Psychiatric Center. WMTW News 8's Thema Ponton has a closer look.
State lawmakers are holding a special session in Augusta today to agree on a plan to reduce overcrowding at the Riverview Psychiatric Center. WMTW News 8's Thema Ponton has a closer look.
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) opened in 1840 . Originally named the Maine Insane Hospital and later the Augusta State Hospital, it closed in 2004 a...
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) opened in 1840 . Originally named the Maine Insane Hospital and later the Augusta State Hospital, it closed in 2004 and was replaced on the same grounds with Riverview Psychiatric Hospital. This video gives us a brief glimpse into the evolution of mental health treatment from primarily institutional to community based care. You will have the privilege to witness some of the patients artwork on the walls of the tunnels. We end with the opening of Riverview Psychiatric Center, which is “a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.” https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/riverview/about-us.
We recommend that the showing of this documentary be accompanied with a discussion as it may bring emotions to the surface.
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) opened in 1840 . Originally named the Maine Insane Hospital and later the Augusta State Hospital, it closed in 2004 and was replaced on the same grounds with Riverview Psychiatric Hospital. This video gives us a brief glimpse into the evolution of mental health treatment from primarily institutional to community based care. You will have the privilege to witness some of the patients artwork on the walls of the tunnels. We end with the opening of Riverview Psychiatric Center, which is “a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.” https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/riverview/about-us.
We recommend that the showing of this documentary be accompanied with a discussion as it may bring emotions to the surface.
#careersinmaine #jobsinmaine #workinmaine #jobsinmaine #careers #maine #jobs
Learn about the important work being done at Riverview and the many hands it takes to support their clients.
#jobsinmaine #careersinmaine #workinmaine #careers #jobs #maine #nursingstaff #nursingcareer #psychiatricnursing
Learn about the work these nurses do at Riverview and why it is so important to them.
We thank you for taking the time to watch our video and appreciate all the positive support! If this is your first time checking out our channel we hope to earn your subscription today! If you enjoyed the video we would appreciate the help if you could share and like our video, it really helps our algorithm on YouTube. Take care everyone and stay safe.
In 1904 the province of British Columbia purchased 405 hectares for the construction of the hospital and farm in a rural setting. Opening in 1913, Riverview became home to some of the provinces most disturbed patients.
You may recognize this property as it has become a popular filming location. The Matrix franchise, Deadpool, X-Files, Smallville, Riverdale, Butterfly Effect, Final Destination are just a few that have chosen this eerie site for their productions.
Over the years, Riverview grew drastically with more than 80 buildings, nearly five thousand patients and just about as many staff.
Although Riverview was recognized as a model in psychiatric care, it eventually gained a bad reputation after units were overcrowded and use of questionable treatment was prevalent.
While it is recognized as a Heritage site today, Riverview has a long dark history and is believed to be haunted, listed as one of Vancouvers most haunted locations.
All of our videos are upload in HD! We encourage you to check your settings and change them accordingly if your system doesn’t do it automatically.
Disclaimer: Trespassing is illegal. Adventures R Us does not condone this type of behaviour.
Music provided by Epidemic Sound
www.epidemicsound.com 🎶
Editing program: In Shot
Edit and produced by: Chyanne Tynan
Camera gear 📸: IPhone 7 Plus, GoPro Hero 8, GoPro Hero 3, Rode Microphone🎙, DJI Osmo 3 Axis Gimbal, DJI Mavic Mini Drone
#abandonedplaces #haunted #hauntedhouse
State lawmakers are holding a special session in Augusta today to agree on a plan to reduce overcrowding at the Riverview Psychiatric Center. WMTW News 8's Thema Ponton has a closer look.
The Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) opened in 1840 . Originally named the Maine Insane Hospital and later the Augusta State Hospital, it closed in 2004 and was replaced on the same grounds with Riverview Psychiatric Hospital. This video gives us a brief glimpse into the evolution of mental health treatment from primarily institutional to community based care. You will have the privilege to witness some of the patients artwork on the walls of the tunnels. We end with the opening of Riverview Psychiatric Center, which is “a center for best practice, treatment, education and research, for individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.” https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/riverview/about-us.
We recommend that the showing of this documentary be accompanied with a discussion as it may bring emotions to the surface.
Riverview Psychiatric Center, also known as Riverview Psychiatric Recovery Center, formerly the Augusta Mental Health Institute, or AMHI, is a psychiatric hospital in Augusta, Maine, operated by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. The center recruits for volunteers from the United Way for certain services.
History
Modern psychiatric hospitals evolved from, and eventually replaced, the older lunatic asylums. The development of the modern psychiatric hospital is also the story of the rise of organised, institutional psychiatry. In the 19th century, institutionalisation was found to be the "correct solution" to the problem of "madness".
In 1834, the Maine Legislature established the "Maine Insane Hospital", and together with private donations, state appropriations enabled the hospital to open in 1840.
From 1946 to 1962, Dr. Francis Harper Sleeper (1900-1983) served as the superintendent, and his name lent itself to the Sleeper Era, a period of several changes to services, including "unitary control" of nursing, hiring of an additional psychologist and interns, hiring of a pharmacist and a dentist, and creation of a library with a librarian. From the late 1940s through the early 1960s, "the hospital experienced extensive over-crowding." In the 1960s, a new superintendent, Dr. James Patterson, mandated discharge of patients (as opposed to leaves of absence), which raised admissions, yet, "the population began to drop because of use of new medications."
Those maximum numbers of patients per nurse would drop by one starting July 1, 2026, under the bill, which exempts the state-run Riverview and Dorothea Dix psychiatric centers and allows critical care ...
Dr. Matthew Davis, director of the Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta, is Maine’s top earner among state government workers, with a base salary of nearly $336,000 in 2023, according to a salary database ... More articles from the BDN ....
In April, King was found not competent to stand trial and was committed to Riverview Psychiatric Center with hope of restoring his mental competency so he could participate in his ...
A similar shift was seen in the AugustaMental HealthInstitute, which at one time had a population of 1,500 before seeing a similar decline, later being replaced by Riverview Psychiatric Center.
In an interview from Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta where she was involuntarily committed, she asserted that none of her psychiatrists know why she’s even there.
KyleKing, 27, who is being held at Kennebec County jail, has been committed to Riverview Psychiatric Center for treatment meant to restore his mental competency ....
If Butterfield is found not competent to assist in his own defense, he could be sent to Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta and treated until he is competent ... If forensic psychiatric examinations ...