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Dedicated staff, trained in effective intervention techniques and supported in behavior care management
Safe, Secure, Home-like environment with secure outdoor access in our "Caring Community"
Consulting case managers, social workers and psychologists from community providers
A Social vs. Medical Model
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Our Life Enrichment Coordinator in each program oversees resident activities such as outings and crafts as well as life skill training such as cooking, gardening, spiritual groups, etc.
Family involvement and education is encouraged |
Consulting Psychiatrists in each program offer:
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Medication evaluation and adjustment
Individualized behavior treatment plans
Individual and group therapy |
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Admission Criteria
All potential admissions will be evaluated by the Behavioral Management Director and/or interdisciplinary team
Individuals must be at least twenty-one years old for admission to the unit
The resident must have a primary medical diagnosis with secondary psychiatric diagnosis of such severity that long-term placement is indicated
Pre-admission evaluation involves direct patient assessment and history taking
Diagnoses may include, but are not limited to: depression, schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar disorders and other related disorders |
