Team members evaluate and stabilize the crisis, and make referrals to the most appropriate level of care. Psychiatric consultation and medication are available when necessary. The Crisis Stabilization Unit provides a stabilizing alternative to hospitalization with a focus on retaining connections to family and community. The unit offers three beds for adults and a separate area with two child beds. Clients staying in the Crisis Stabilization Unit have immediate access to crisis clinicians and to a broad range of community programs.
Length of stay is generally one to three days, but is flexible to meet individual needs.
Crisis intervention and outreach services are available throughout Southeastern Massachusetts. Our specially trained team of psychologists provides assessment, behavior intervention, and training to families and residential programs. Individuals are referred to the Crisis Team through the Department of Mental Retardation.