Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

State Hospital West provides psychiatric treatment to Idaho youth ages 12 through 17 in a setting meant to feel safe, therapeutic and comforting. The state-run hospital is part of the state's children's behavioral health services and focuses on patients in this age range.

The hospital is located in North Nampa. Families who want more background can find it through the state's children's behavioral health resources, which cover advocacy and support options for young people and their parents. Questions about care can be directed to the hospital's main phone line.