Foxborough State Hospital, initially focused on treating alcohol and opium addiction, faced numerous scandals and abuse claims over the years, leading to investigations and scrutiny from the public.
The hospital's history reflects a mix of treatment approaches, including questionable methods like the Keeley Cure which involved controversial ingredients and raised concerns about efficacy and ethics.
As the hospital shifted to treating psychiatric patients and faced financial struggles during the Great Depression, many patients, especially those without families, faced harsh conditions, unknown burials, and challenges in tracking their histories.