What is day hospital & intensive outpatient program (IOP)?

The adult day hospital and intensive outpatient program offers a safe haven for adults 18 and older struggling with serious and acute mental health challenges and emotional distress.

We delve into past experiences and present behaviors to help you:

• gain valuable insights into your behavior
• develop healthier coping mechanisms
• cultivate stronger relationships

Our program emphasizes family involvement and discharge planning, providing a holistic approach to recovery. Our goal is to create healing relationships, augment coping skills, and foster insight into behavior, helping you pave the way to a healthier life.

Who is a candidate?

To be eligible for adult day hospital & intensive outpatient program, you must:

• be 18 years of age or older
• have a diagnosed mental health condition, such as a mood disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidality or an adjustment disorder
• be able to comprehend the program's purpose
• actively participate in planning and implementing your treatment plan
• have adequate transportation to support consistent program attendance

It's important to note that the program is not suitable for you if:

• you have a primary diagnosis of a substance use disorder or an eating disorder
• your primary treatment need is substance-related
• you have a physical or developmental disorders that would prevent your participation and comprehension of program activities

What to expect

Referrals to our programs can be made by contacting our Access Center at 1-800-932-0359. You must meet all the eligibility requirements listed above.

Before treatment

We’ll work with you to choose the program that will best meet your needs:

• Partial hospitalization track: You can attend up to six hours daily, Monday through Friday.
• Intensive outpatient (IOP) track: Depending on your insurance, you can attend three and a half to six hours daily, three to five days each week, Monday through Friday.
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) track (Adults only): You participate in groups using the DBT curriculum, if you and the treatment team agree this is the appropriate intervention for you.

During treatment

• Family members and significant others are actively involved in the treatment process.
• You'll engage in individual therapy, group therapy, psychiatric medication evaluation and treatment.
• Psycho-education sessions focus on symptom management, coping skills development and problem-solving techniques.
• Psychopharmacological consultations may be provided as needed.
• Regular individual meetings are held to review treatment progress.

After treatment

Discharge planning is an integral part of the program, providing a smooth transition and access to appropriate aftercare programs.

Benefits of adult day hospital & IOP

Day hospital and intensive outpatient programs offer a range of benefits for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. By participating in these programs, you can:

• enhance your coping skills to effectively manage symptoms and navigate difficult situations
• cultivate healthier and more fulfilling relationships with family and friends
• experience a significant improvement in your overall quality of life, finding greater satisfaction and fulfillment in daily activities