Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, operated by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), is the only maximum-security prison for women in New York State. In addition to its correctional mission, the facility emphasizes comprehensive health and medical practices tailored to the needs of its incarcerated population. Bedford Hills provides a full spectrum of health services, including on-site medical, dental, and mental health care, responding to both routine and emergency medical needs. The facility is known for its maternal and reproductive health programs, serving incarcerated pregnant women and mothers with unique support systems.

Bedford Hills houses a specialized nursery program that allows qualified incarcerated mothers to live with their infants in a supportive environment, promoting bonding and early childhood development. Mental health services are integrated throughout the facility, including crisis intervention and psychiatric support, helping address the complex mental health needs of the population. The prison collaborates with health professionals and public service agencies to support continuity of care upon release. Its in-house medical team includes licensed physicians, nurses, psychologists, and dentists.

Website: http://www.doccs.ny.gov/

Key Services:

– Routine and emergency medical care for incarcerated women
– On-site dental services
– Comprehensive mental health support and psychiatric services
– Maternal and reproductive healthcare, including prenatal care
– Residential nursery program for incarcerated mothers and infants
– Substance abuse counseling and treatment services
– Chronic illness management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension)
– Coordination of continuity of care upon release