RUMC – Richmond University Medical Center

Richmond University Medical Center has some of the most comprehensive behavior and mental health departments for all ages in Staten Island, New York. Their services include addiction treatment, inpatient psychiatric units, emergency services, neuromodulation treatments, and outpatient mental health and addiction services. While inpatient units are for adults 18+, outpatient services are geared to all ages from children to seniors.

Adult and family support is offered in many ways and through many resources at RUMC. These include MICA track, St. George Track, and Community treatment clinics. There’s an adult 30 bed inpatient unit, partial hospitalization programs and outpatient services for those 18 and older. An Evaluation and Referral Unit assesses patients so the health care team can develop the best care action plan for each individual’s needs may be the first place a person seeking treatment is referred.
Psychotherapy, medication management, medication assisted treatment are offered along with group and individual therapy, and evidence-based therapy options not always available in smaller organizations and private treatment locations. Neuromodulation treatment such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Electroconvulsive Therapy, and other modes of treatment have been very helpful for many who have sought treatment for their chronic mental illness and addiction issues.
There are also treatment programs for those struggling with gambling and other addictions and for those who may need emergency or crisis support.
Child and adolescent services are designed to give each child the best quality of physical and mental health, and the most supportive home environment for their success throughout life. First Head Start programs, family engagement opportunities, Project LAUNCH, and early intervention, evaluation and therapeutic planning are all available for infants to children aged five.
There are also programs for young school aged children, adolescents, and young adults. Programs are designed to meet a variety of needs for children struggling with mental health issues, traumatic events, developmental disabilities, or behavioral issues. Partial hospitalization programs, outpatient programs, clinical and community services for children, youth and families are all available.
There’s a 10 bed unit for children and teens. They may be struggling from anxiety, depression, a psychiatric diagnosis or be struggling with addiction.
All major insurance plans are accepted. Medicaid and Medicare are also accepted. It is important to check with your personal health insurance plan provider to ensure you know exactly what coverage you have and what benefits are available to you.