Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital In Massachusetts Expands Services With Second Special Needs Unit For Children With Autism

Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (WBHH) has opened its second Special Needs Unit (SNU), further expanding access to specialized inpatient mental health care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities (ID). As one of the only facilities in the region offering inpatient behavioral health services specifically designed for this population, WBHH is responding to a critical need in the community.

The WBHH SNU serves children ages 5 to 17 years with ASD and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. It offers evidence-based treatment plans, sensory-friendly spaces, and a multidisciplinary team trained to address the unique needs of . . .