This level is ideal for clients making the transition from residential care to less-intensive services or to their home. The multidisciplinary staff have in-depth experience diagnosing and treating persons with persistent mental illnesses. They work as a team with each patient, their family, and other caregivers. The primary clinician serves as the liaison with the family and referring professional. Family involvement Menninger encourages family members to accompany the client at admission and participate in planning for treatment and discharge.
Family therapy is available for an additional fee.
Staff provide educational presentations and handouts to families about persistent mental illness, advancements in treatment and research for these illnesses, relapse prevention, communication skills, and family relationships. Menninger is licensed by the State of Kansas and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.