The VA Long Beach Healthcare System celebrated the completion of its new mental health facilities on Thursday, Aug. 28, which expands its services for local veterans.

Located on the campus of the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, the Mental Health Outpatient Building 600 and Mental Health Inpatient Building 800 represent a transformative expansion in mental health care at VA Long Beach, officials said.

The two facilities add more than 160,000 square feet, expanding the total space by 75%, and will consolidate services from various locations around the campus. Officials said they hope this makes it easier for veterans – especially those in crisis – to find the appropriate clinic or care space.

VA Long Beach serves the health care needs of more than 64,000 veterans in and around Long Beach,

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