Scope and Content: Pursuant to MGLA c 19, the Dept. of Mental Health fulfills its responsibilities toward mentally ill persons in Massachusetts through a comprehensive program of services and facilities.  (It exercised a similar function for the mentally retarded until 1986, when a separate Dept. of Mental Retardation was established.)  A supervisor of occupational therapy was first appointed in 1952 to survey, examine, and suggest methods for improving occupational therapy programs at mental health and retardation facilities controlled by the department.  Administrative files were created in the course of carrying out these responsibilities.
Restrictions: Personnel/evaluative information restricted by statutory provision MGLA c 4, s 7, d 26(c). For conditions of access consult repository
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