Posted: Friday, February 05, 2016
The Providence Center’s Crisis Stabilization Unit is officially up and running on the Butler Hospital! As the only program of its kind in Providence, the CSU is a valuable resource for patients who need a step-down options when transitioning to a lower level of care. With the CSU now being so close to TPC’s main location, referring patients is simple.
Referrals come from many sources, including emergency rooms, inpatient facilities and behavioral health providers. The CSU can also be a way to divert patients from law enforcement. Allison Torti, the CSU’s interim manager, explains, “Many times, we receive clients who haven’t taken the proper meds and are unable to do everyday things, or come after a period of excessive substance use,” said Torti.
But no matter where the patients come from, the CSU staff keeps the emphasis on the future. A comprehensive discharge plan helps patients get back on their feet and prepare for what’s next. “We sit down with our patients and help them figure out what their goals are. In some cases, connecting a patient to other TPC residential treatment options like Roads to Recovery or outpatient services like Continuum is the best course of treatment,” said Torti.
The CSU also offers services like:
The CSU is all about education; their clinicians provide a wealth of substance abuse education, and the staff sets up visits from outside AA groups. Clinicians also hold meetings with families to make sure the patient has the proper support at home.
If you think a patient could benefit from a therapeutic alternative to hospitalization or a transition to a lower level of care, consider referring them to the Crisis Stabilization Unit. To make a referral, call the CSU 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (401) 383-5150.