Does the Behavioral Health department provide services for all disorders?
Shepherd Hill, a department of Licking Memorial Hospital, specializes in treating two diseases: Psychiatric Disorders and Chemical Dependency. PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES What psychiatric services does Shepherd Hill provide and is there an age limit? Both inpatient and outpatient services are provided. Adults, 18 years and older, may be admitted to the inpatient unit. Outpatient services are provided to adults. How do I get admitted to the psychiatric inpatient unit? Prior to admission potential patients are required to have a mental health assessment. Anyone in crisis may call the Community Crisis and Information Center at (740) 345-4357 for assistance at any time. The Mental Health Emergency Service is available for 24 hours, 7 days a week to provide assessments for the community by calling (740) 522-2828. Shepherd Hill provides physicians on call to assist the Mental Health Emergency Service with admissions. Also, a nurse is available at Shepherd Hill to provide assessments for patients in
