Open Units

Open units are psychiatric units that are not as secure as crisis stabilization units. They are not used for acutely dangerous persons; the focus in these units is to make life as normal as possible for patients while continuing treatment. Units are unlocked unless staff decides to take away privileges, so patients can socialize and interact with one another unaccompanied. Every hour staff checks on location and safety of each patient. Alcohol, drugs, razors, scissors, plastic bags, and other potentially harmful items are not allowed in the unit. Smoking is prohibited.

Crisis Stabalization Units

The crisis stabilization units are in effect an emergency room for psychiatry, frequently dealing with suicidal, violent, or otherwise critical individuals. Patients are restricted to the unit. Every hour staff checks on location and safety of each patient. Alcohol, drugs, razors, scissors, plastic bags, and other potentially harmful items are not allowed in the unit. Smoking is prohibited.

Medical Offices

Staff - Doctors, Nurses, Surgeons, Psychiatrists, and Therapists ONLY.

Patient Records

Recreation/Cafeteria

Public meals are served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Snacks are available. Patients are allowed to eat only in the dining room. There is a single public telephone and calls must be limited to 10 minutes. There are several extra curricular activities and hobbies available to stimulate the patients. The dining room, telephone, and courtyard are all monitored 24 hours.

Locker Room

Public Bathrooms with showers, toilets and other hygiene amenities. Razor and scissors are considered 'sharps' and will be kept at the nursing station for supervised patient use. Bathrooms are separated by sex.

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