Referral / Admission

• Referral process
  • Referral can be made by self. Need to call intake number for screening.
• Admission criteria
  • The primary criterion for admission to the CSU is the presence of a psychiatric crisis. The type of crisis will vary from person to person as will the accompanying symptomatology. While our primary focus is on the mental health crisis that the person is experiencing other diagnoses might include substance abuse, intellectual disability, or acquired brain injury. There are no rule-out diagnoses but several factors must be assessed to determine the individual’s suitability for admission in order to maintain the safety of the individual, other persons receiving services at the program, and the staff.
• Referral required

Tobacco Policy

• Smoking
  • Allowed in Designated Areas
• Dipping
  • Allowed in Designated Areas
• E cigarettes
  • Allowed in Designated Areas
• Smoking cessation products
  • Allowed
• Smoking Cessation Aids Available at Facility

Other Requirements / Policies

• Prescription Medication Policy Details
  • A common treatment component for someone in psychiatric crisis involves psychopharmacological alternatives. All individuals admitted to the CSU will receive a psychiatric evaluation by the Medical Director or other medical professional providing coverage. This will include a review of any current medications for their efficacy and appropriateness in addressing acute symptoms of psychiatric crisis. While the CSU does not provide general medical care, medications brought by the client for non-psychiatric illnesses will also be utilized by the client during their stay. Use of these medications will be monitored and may be adjusted by the Medical Director.
• Outside Prescriptions Allowed