General Hospital with Psychiatric Unit with Dual Diagnosis Track
STATISTICS
GENERAL:
| Number of Beds: | 15 |
| Detox Available: | Yes |
Last Year’s Admissions:
| Total Annual Admits | 600 |
| Average Length of Stay | 7-14 days |
| Percent of Women | 40% |
| Percent under 25 | 20% |
| Percent with College Education | 4% |
| Percent Covered by Public Assistance | 96% |
| Receiving some form of psychiatric medication other than for detoxification | 90% |
Admissions Procedures:
| Night Admission Available: | Yes |
| Weekend Admission available: | Yes |
| Face to Face Interview or exam required before admission: | No |
SPECIAL POPULATIONS:
Facility has special track for:
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Facility has group sessions for:
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PAYMENT INFORMATION:
| Self-pay Cost per Week: | Varies |
| Public Assistance coverage may be accepted: | Yes |
| Medicare Coverage accepted: | Yes |
| Insurance Coverage verified before admission: | Yes |
| Follow-up Care included at no additional charge: | No |
LICENSING & ACCREDITATION:
| Licensed by: | New Jersey Dept. of Mental Health |
| Type of License: | Psychiatric Unit |
| Accredited by: | JCAHO |
Self Description:
“15 bed unit dual diagnosis program for men and women ages 18 and over. Patient must have Axis I Diagnosis and Substance Dependence Diagnosis.”
Treatment Philosophy:
“12 Step treatment philosophy, team concept. Patients are seen daily in rounds by psychiatrist, clinical superviser and social worker. Group format daytime and evening.”
Approach to Dual Diagnosis:
“Two diseases that need to be treated at the same time.”
Family Program:
“Family program is in the process of being an active part of agency. We offer family counseling during the patient’s stay in the unit.”
Position on 12 Step Involvement:
“This program is 12 Step oriented, which is reflected in groups, counseling services, and discharge planning.”
Position on Confrontation:
“Confrontation is an art which assists the patient to see beyond denial, minimization and rationalization. Knowing whom to confront, when and to what degree is the art of counseling.”
Additional Characteristics:
“Staff members include RN, LPN, CCDC, CADC, LCSW, MHA. Team concept of treatment.”
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