Call 911
Seek emergency medical attention if your loved one:
- Makes threats to hurt themselves or someone else
- Experiences frightening hallucinations or delusions
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Admission
Your loved one may receive care in our geriatric behavioral health unit after either of these situations:
- They visit a hospital emergency department with urgent mental health symptoms, such as aggressive or dangerous behavior
- A doctor makes a referral during a hospital stay
Health care teams can fax referral information to 320-200-3241.
Care & Treatment
A team of doctors, nurses and social workers collaborates to make a personal care plan that includes:
- Psychiatric evaluation – Full check of mental health, including an assessment of dementia
- Psychiatric care – Medications that treat behavioral health conditions
- Psychotherapy – Counseling with a therapist to improve your loved one’s mood and help them overcome obstacles
- Goal development – Guidance on achieving what’s important to your loved one
- Family support – Education and resources
Supportive Services for the Whole Person
Your loved one may feel better thanks to music or art therapy, yoga, animal-assisted therapy and opportunities to bake and cook. These fun activities can brighten moods and provide a chance to relax and socialize.
Safe & Private Care
Our 10-bed unit is locked for safety. Rest assured; trained staff use in-person and video surveillance to monitor residents around the clock.
Visiting Hours
Family support is essential for good mental health. Loved ones are welcome to visit during these hours:
Check your admitting packet to learn how to best support a patient. For more information, call 763-271-2885.
Discharge Planning
When it’s time for your loved one to leave the hospital, we’ll work with your family to plan a transition to the next level of treatment. Explore CentraCare’s full range of behavioral health services in Central Minnesota.
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