Admissions phone: 717-358-7921 Fax: 717-358-7920
An estimated 26.2% of Americans ages 18 and older — about one in four adults — suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, depression, for example, affects nearly 19 million Americans each year. Unfortunately, more than two-thirds of these individuals do not get the help they need…
Adults may need our services if any of the following symptoms interfere with daily life:
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Anxiety, depression and/or agitation
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Frequent and ongoing tearfulness
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Unrealistic fears
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Aggressive, unusual acting out and/or social withdrawal
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Sleeping, eating disturbances and/or loss of energy and/or gain in energy levels
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Hearing or seeing things not present, very bizarre or nonsensical thoughts
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Sudden onset of memory impairment and/or confusion
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And especially if they have made suicidal attempts or threats…
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About us:
We provide short term, inpatient behavior & medication stabilization for up to 39 adults 18 and older. In fact, we are the only facility in Lancaster County to have a separate, 10 bed wing specifically for older adults. LRMC’s Behavioral Health Services Team includes psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, a social worker, Master's level therapists, counselors, a recreation therapist, and even a pet therapy dog named Riley! We are uniquely qualified to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of behavioral health challenges including:
- Alcohol and drug abuse
- Anxiety
- Bi-polar disorder
- Depression
- Impulsive behaviors
- Mood or thought disturbances
- Panic disorders
- Suicidal thoughts
- Schizophrenia
The team works together to tailor treatments that help patients effectively manage their behavioral challenges and return to a normal level of functioning, without depending on structured inpatient care.
Key components of our program include:
An interdisciplinary assessment (e.g. psychiatric consultation, individualized treatment and discharge planning; assistance with reintegration into community, job and family life; and family support.
- Group, family & individual therapies, as applicable
- LRMC is a preferred provider for most insurances. ·
- The average length of stay is about six days for most adults and about 12 days for most older adults 65+.
- Our 39-bed unit is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and provides care 24/7.