About East Louisiana State Hospital – Jackson
Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System is out in Jackson, Louisiana. When you go there for your mental and behavioral health conditions, you’ll find a wide range of options. This includes a track for tackling addictions. This includes folks who’re incarcerated or under court order. Most of their services are for inpatient care, and they have 470 psychiatric beds.
Their facility is divided into two wings. One is for correctional inmates and adults who are under court orders. There’s a stabilization program for acute cases. There are also evaluations and treatment for men whose needs aren’t as critical. Their inmate division is in constant contact with correctional facilities, so you’ll be referred to different agencies at various times, depending on your needs and your progress in your sentence.
The East Division is the second department. They handle all adults who need long term psychiatric care. They have stabilization and therapy for individuals and groups. You’ll have time to reflect on your own progress as well as learning from and helping others recover. There’s also a community home that has life skills programs and job training. You’ll stay with others who’re also prepping to head back into the job market and support their families. If you’re ready to go back to your neighborhood and look for steady work, you can share tips and experiences.
In addition to psychiatric care, there’s a medical clinic that’s open 24/7. Nurses, social workers, and pastors are also available if you need them. While in the center, your dietary needs will also be assessed so that you’ll be fit. Dieticians can meet with your family and discuss options to improve your nutrition at home.
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