Larundel was, in it's time, at the forefront of neurophyschiatry and offerred the latest in treatment for patients; many of whom would have otherwise found themselves incarcerated in prisons. Along with other large institutions offering services for people with mental health problems, physical and/or mental disabilities, it was closed with the hope that we are living in a kinder, more accepting society.
Nowadays, acute psychiatric care is provided in small wards at larger public hospitals. The majority of people with mental health issues are largely ignored by our health system and their struggling families are left to fend for their loved ones and themselves.
This is the real shame.

Amen!