Manage chronic mental illness at residential psychiatric facilities

Mental health facilities that treat chronic mental illnesses have varying degrees of supervision and structure. Chronic mental illnesses include schizophrenia, depression, autism and bipolar disorders. Due to the nature and longevity of the illness, these residential psychiatric facilities usually provide monitoring of medication, community-based environment, crisis intervention and counseling.

I recommend: Pasadena Villa in Orlando has a residential treatment plan comprised of education, support and therapy in a comfortable atmosphere. Treatment includes individual and group therapy along with social integration therapy. Parents' Foundation for Transitional Living, Inc., is a two-phase program where patients begin treatment in the residential living center. Once patients are able to manage their illness and show improved psychiatric stability, they may move into the supervised apartment program allowing for greater independence and increased responsibility.

Square off against substance abuse at a mental rehabilitation center

Inpatient mental health facilities recognize that substance abuse recovery is possible when treatment involves a comprehensive suite of services and a community- or faith-based environment. No single treatment plan works for all patients, so it is important to consider the length of care, treatment setting and the individual needs of the patient before choosing residential mental health facilities.

I recommend: La Hacienda Treatment Center in Texas is based on a multi-step approach of individual and group counseling, therapeutic activity, and 12-step meetings. Another inpatient mental health facility, Rimrock Foundation, assures each patient of an individualized treatment plan. Their program treats the whole person, so treatment methods are directed at the special issues unique to each patient.

Address personality disorders at mental health residential facilities

Mental health facilities that treat personality disorders must be experienced in a wide array of infirmities. Personality disorders are marked by severe mood swings, self-hatred, hypersensitivity, explosive anger, depression and eating disorders. The treatment plan is often complex and arduous as deep-rooted issues must be brought to the surface before any progress can be made.

I recommend: SLS Residential has been treating personality disorders for over 2 decades. Their residential treatment consists of a young adult program and a mature adult program for maximum effectiveness. Bridges To Recovery is an inpatient mental health facility that takes a holistic approach to treating personality disorders. This facility specializes in the treatment of mood disorders, depression, panic disorders and post traumatic stress.

Search for a mental health facility near you

You may need to find a residential mental health facility in a particular location.

I recommend: Mental Health America has resources for finding mental health residential facilities, including links for detailed, specific searches.