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*The vast majority of the information we have on these institutions is already online. There is still a lot of research that needs to be done and this is a continual project that has no end. Yet, we are holding nothing back. | *The vast majority of the information we have on these institutions is already online. There is still a lot of research that needs to be done and this is a continual project that has no end. Yet, we are holding nothing back. | ||
− | *We are 100% volunteer. None of us | + | *We are a 100% volunteer. None of us a paid to do genealogical research and most likely don't have the time to devote to each person who requests help. This doesn't mean we don't care, it's just there is only so much we can do. |
*Sometimes we may not have an answer. The best we can do is simply to point the way towards a place that might help you better. | *Sometimes we may not have an answer. The best we can do is simply to point the way towards a place that might help you better. | ||
− | *Please keep the HIPAA/privacy laws in mind. Even if you don't think they apply, the official you might work with might think otherwise. | + | *Please keep the HIPAA/privacy laws in mind. Even if you don't think they apply, the official you might work with, might think otherwise. |
*In keeping with the last point, be prepared to jump through some hoops. | *In keeping with the last point, be prepared to jump through some hoops. | ||
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*Michigan [http://voicesofmyancestors.wordpress.com/2012/01/04/michigan-insane-asylum-records/ Blog that outlines procedures to obtain records] | *Michigan [http://voicesofmyancestors.wordpress.com/2012/01/04/michigan-insane-asylum-records/ Blog that outlines procedures to obtain records] | ||
*Minnesota- [http://libguides.mnhs.org/sh/ov Historical Patient Records: Overview] | *Minnesota- [http://libguides.mnhs.org/sh/ov Historical Patient Records: Overview] | ||
− | *New York- [ | + | *New York- [http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/faq/ Link to New York State Office of Mental Health FAQ that includes a section on genealogical requests] |
*Oregon | *Oregon | ||
**[[Oregon State Hospital]] Inquiries about former patients can be directed to the Medical Records Department, at 503-945-2976. Due to confidentiality requirements, information about former patients can only be released to appropriate parties, and in most cases a release of information form is required. | **[[Oregon State Hospital]] Inquiries about former patients can be directed to the Medical Records Department, at 503-945-2976. Due to confidentiality requirements, information about former patients can only be released to appropriate parties, and in most cases a release of information form is required. |