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10300 SW Eastridge Street
Portland, OR 97225
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About Cedar Hills Hospital

The partial hospitalization program, also called day treatment, includes group therapy and medication management five days per week. The intensive outpatient program meets several days per week with options during the day or evenings. A women-only group meets Monday through Friday at 9:00 am and uses a trauma-informed approach. You can also expect dialectical behavior therapy with this program.

The inpatient program begins with a safe medical detox. Medication-assisted therapy will help you eliminate any withdrawal symptoms you may have. You’ll engage in treatment programming like individual and group therapy, and spirituality awareness groups. You can also expect motivational interviewing, 12-step groups, art, recreational activities, and yoga. Before leaving treatment you’ll obtain a relapse prevention plan, engage in family meetings, and discharge planning. Therapy focuses on acceptance and commitment therapy, identifying triggers, managing cravings, and sober living activities.

Some former patients said they didn’t like the environment or treatment they received. Others said it was a wonderful experience and they enjoyed treatment.

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Latest Reviews

Crys Navarro
2 weeks ago on Google
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⭐ Formal Review — Documented Pattern of Negligence and Harmful Practices 0/5 stars — This review reflects not only my experience, but the shared experience of multiple patients who endured similar mistreatment during our stay. I voluntarily admitted myself seeking help. What I found instead was an environment so negligent, unprofessional, and psychologically damaging that it caused more harm than healing. Everything described below is not just my personal account — it was repeatedly echoed by other patients who were there at the same time. This indicates a systemic problem, not an isolated incident. 1. Consistent Failure to Provide Necessary Prescribed Medication My essential medication was denied for the entire duration of my stay. I was repeatedly told: “We don’t have it.” Other patients shared the exact same experience: being taken off their actual treatment plans without evaluation, explanation, or alternatives. This is a serious breach of medical duty and directly endangered our mental and emotional stability. 2. Inappropriate and Non-Therapeutic Administration of Medication Instead of receiving our actual prescriptions, many of us were given vitamin B — something neither requested nor clinically appropriate. Patients consistently expressed confusion about why they were receiving irrelevant supplements instead of their real medication. This practice raises major concerns about improper medication dispensing and lack of individualized care. 3. Denial of Basic Items While Staff Had Access Several patients, including myself, were denied simple items such as face masks with the claim: “We don’t have any.” Yet every staff member wore one. Multiple patients discussed how this created a sense of discrimination, disrespect, and uneven standards of safety. 4. Dangerous Errors in Discharge Medication Upon discharge, I was provided medication intended for schizophrenia, a condition I have never been diagnosed with. Another patient also reported being discharged with incorrect medication. This points to a pattern of medical errors that could have severe consequences for patient safety. 5. Use of Threats as a Form of Control Many of us experienced the same intimidation tactic: Whenever a patient asked questions or sought help, staff threatened to place them on “hold” and extend their stay. This is coercive, unethical, and potentially unlawful, and multiple individuals in the unit confirmed they experienced identical threats. 6. Environment That Caused Widespread Emotional Distress It wasn’t just me who felt unsafe. Repeatedly, patients shared: • We were left unattended for long periods • Staff communication was cold or nonexistent • Doors opening and closing overnight created fear and confusion • No reassurance was offered The environment was universally described as hostile, traumatic the closest thing to hell, and destabilizing — not therapeutic. 7. Voluntary Admission Treated Like Involuntary Detainment I was not the only one who felt this way. Several patients expressed that although they entered voluntarily, the treatment made it feel as if we were being held against our will. This reflects serious issues with: • Patient autonomy • Transparency • Respect for legal rights Conclusion — A Systemic Failure, Not an Isolated One Everything I experienced was mirrored by the majority of the people who were there with me. We shared the same concerns, the same fear, the same mistreatment, and the same feeling of being ignored, threatened, or medically mishandled. This facility has systemic, ongoing issues that require immediate oversight and accountability. I am writing this so that others are fully informed and do not unknowingly enter a place where care is replaced with negligence and trauma. No one deserves to go through what we did. Stay away from this place
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We'd like to follow up with you directly so that we can further address them. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.cedarhillshospital.com/contact-us/. We hope to hear from you soon.
B Ghi
1 month ago on Google
1
If you or a loved one has been abused at Cedar Hills Hospital, please head over to the hospital's Yelp page for further resources, and first-hand experiences from employees on the environment they are working in.
Arik Staley
1 month ago on Google
1
Terrible place for autistic folks. Would not recommend. Edit: finially DC'd today (10/22), still would not recommend. I lost 20lbs over my 13 days here, I was literally in worse condition when I DC'd than when I arrived. I'm both a health care worker at another local hospital & also someone who has been professionally diagnosed as Autistic, ADHD, OCD, & PTSD. I know just about any hospital will have bad reviews, since most of the time, the only people writing reviews are people when ticked, but as both a health care worker & currently a patient here, this place more than earns it's low rating. But first off, I do want to say, pretty much all the floor nurses & techs, with 1-2 exceptions, that I've interacted with have ranged from solid to exceptional. From my experience, the staff on the floor are some of the most amazing people in healthcare that I've met. These problems seem to be made by an administration that cares little for patient mental health. I am still currently a patient here (as of 10/19) I was set up to go to Brookside for my crisis, had a bunch of accommodations set up, but because of the Kaiser strike, I got sent to Cedar Hills. THIS PLACE WILL NOT ACCOMMODATE YOU IF YOU'RE AUTISTIC. My mother, several staff, & myself have ask for some accommodations on these here at Cedar Hills, they will not budge. 1) allowed to have cell phone as long as it stayed in your room. -here you only get your phone for 50 minutes a day 2) have my wireless headphones so I can listen to my music -here, they will only let you use a dinky am/fm radios -as an autistic person, being able to listen to my music is important to for coping and emotional regulation 3) I was supposed to be allowed to have a weighted blanket -here it's a nope. -as an autistic person, that's extremely important for emotional regulation 4) I was supposed to be getting regular 1 on 1 therapy to help work on the specific issue that lead to my crisis -here, they only do group therapy, regular 1 on 1 therapy isn't a thing here 5) okay, when I first got here, they threw me in the “North Unit”. The North Unit is a SENSORY HELL. This is where I wonder if they actually read any of the notes sent over about me from Kaiser, before accepting me. Because if they did, they should have saw that I'm autistic with sensory issues & had me admit into a quieter unit, & if there wasn't space in a quieter unit, THEN THEY SHOULDN'T HAVE ACCEPTED ME. I spent the first 2 days, till they transferred me, curled up in a ball in my room. To give some credit, an amazing nurse did see how much I was struggling in that unit, & was able to get me transferred to a quieter unit. 6) I've developed an eating disorder of sorts here. Like it started with my first 2 days being in a sensory hell, I was so anxious, overwhelmed & overloaded, that I didn't even feel hungry. But they moved me Saturday evening to a quieter unit, then the next day, I was feeling hungry finally. But that problem evolved into a new problem, where I am feeling hungry, really hungry, but I can't make myself eat. It's really weird, it's not really for lack of options, the snack options aren't too bad actually. But also, I haven't eaten since late Thursday (10/9), and I mean, they are trying everything they can, & I do legitimately want to eat, but I can't make myself eat. It's super weird. The dietician & weekend doctor seem to agree that it's some sort of stress response to the overly restrictive environment. Not being given any accommodations or compromise on the things I need as an autistic person for coping and emotional regulation. And both of them, along with a couple of other staff, have tried to advocate for me to someone(s) higher up for some accommodations for me, only to be told NO. Now the prevailing opinion is that since there will be NO ACCOMMODATIONS, I won't be able to bring my stress down anymore, and therefore I probably won't be able to eat till after I've left this place.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We would appreciate the opportunity to work with you directly regarding your review. Could you please visit http://www.cedarhillshospital.com/contact-us/ at your earliest convenience and provide us with your contact information? Thank you
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Accepted Insurance

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Cedar Hills Hospital works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Clients who wish to remain in their homes while in recovery may elect to enroll in an outpatient rehab, many of which offer evening, night, and weekend services to accommodate clients' schedules. Most outpatient facilities provide multiple levels of care to align with clients' evolving needs, including partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) for clients who require robust support and supervision. Addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training are the most common treatment modalities.

Inpatient rehabs differ from outpatient facilities in the intensity and frequency of treatment. Clients in inpatient care reside at the treatment facility for the length of the program. They engage in intensive addiction counseling and recovery-focused life skills training. Treatment programs may draw from a variety of methods, including CBT, DBT, RBT, trauma therapy, and motivational interviewing. Holistic therapies, such as yoga and message, are frequently available to clients in inpatient care.

Intensive outpatient programs provide robust, high-frequency care for clients in early recovery and those at an increased risk of relapse. Clients are generally expected to participate in nine to 20 hours of treatment per week, with the number and duration of sessions decreasing as clients stabilize. Intensive outpatient treatment often combines psychotherapy, including individual, group, and family counseling, with addiction and recovery education. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) and holistic therapies are also common.

Rehab aftercare programs are generally predicated on the understanding that addiction disease is chronic and relapsing and the recovery is a life-long process requiring ongoing care. Clients in drug rehab aftercare have typically completed inpatient detox and/or rehab but may still be receiving outpatient treatment. Their unique care plan is usually developed in collaboration with their care team and case manager and may include peer coaching, career counseling, 12 step program facilitation, and related services.

12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA).

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a more intensive form of outpatient and can be a step-down service in substance use disorder treatment. During PHP treatment, which lasts 4-8 hours per day and up to 5 days a week, you'll participate in daily therapeutic services (relapse prevention, medication management, and behavioral therapy) for an average of 90 days. The cost of PHP treatment varies, but it is typically covered by insurance providers.

At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in Oregon offers a full continuum of care for those struggling with addiction. From detox, to inpatient, to outpatient, to aftercare, Oregon residents can find the support they need for recovery. This treatment empowers individuals to replace drug use with positive alternatives and develop a healthier lifestyle.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

At Cedar Hills Hospital, they are dedicated to providing outstanding care and treatment to the men and women, family members and Veterans who serve the great Nation.The Military Program at Cedar Hills Hospital is specifically designed for Active Duty, National Guard and Active Reserve service members, their families and Veterans. Their programs are designed for those who are experiencing substance use, abuse or dependence, depression, military sexual trauma, combat induced PTSD/trauma, military related chronic pain or co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues.

Clinical Services

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Oregon is a short term talk therapy method used to treat mental and behavioral disorders. Based on client needs, the therapist may recommend five to 20 sessions. Typically, this form of therapy requires fewer sessions than many other types of treatment.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

During trauma theory, you can explore the impact that traumatic events had on your life in a safe and supportive space. Your therapist will guide you in understanding your emotional and physical trauma responses while helping you to develop better coping skills so you can reclaim your life.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

When you've been using substances long term, this depletes your body of valuable nutrients. During nutrition therapy, you'll take steps to restore your health and learn how to maintain better nutrition. This is an important component of many drug rehab programs in Oregon.

Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • weight iconGym
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

David Melear, MS,M.ED

CEO

Alex Driiling, MHA

Director of Outpatient Services

Accreditations

LegitScript has reviewed Cedar Hills Hospital as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.

LegitScript verified in January 2017

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Oregon
License Number: 14-1460

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 472538

Contact Information

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10300 SW Eastridge Street
Portland, OR 97225

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Reviews of Cedar Hills Hospital

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A few days ago, I was discharged from Cedar Hills' inpatient mental health program. Come to find, I was sent home without a new prescription OR my old meds. So we played phone tag with Cedar Hills for a couple days, told them that no prescription was sent home with me or p ... Read More

Reviewed on 4/19/2019
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Uneducated and unprofessional staff. This hospital is a facade set up to take your money and get insurances as much as possible before releasing their patients, even if that means inventing some lame excuse to make us patients stay longer. You never feel genuinely cared for, ... Read More

Reviewed on 3/4/2019
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Crys Navarro
2 weeks ago
1

⭐ Formal Review — Documented Pattern of Negligence and Harmful Practices 0/5 stars — This review reflects not only my experience, but the shared experience of multiple patients who endured similar mistreatment during our stay. I voluntarily admitted myself seeking help. What I found instead was an environment so negligent, unprofessional, and psychologically damaging that it caused more harm than healing. Everything described below is not just my personal account — it was repeatedly echoed by other patients who were there at the same time. This indicates a systemic problem, not an isolated incident. 1. Consistent Failure to Provide Necessary Prescribed Medication My essential medication was denied for the entire duration of my stay. I was repeatedly told: “We don’t have it.” Other patients shared the exact same experience: being taken off their actual treatment plans without evaluation, explanation, or alternatives. This is a serious breach of medical duty and directly endangered our mental and emotional stability. 2. Inappropriate and Non-Therapeutic Administration of Medication Instead of receiving our actual prescriptions, many of us were given vitamin B — something neither requested nor clinically appropriate. Patients consistently expressed confusion about why they were receiving irrelevant supplements instead of their real medication. This practice raises major concerns about improper medication dispensing and lack of individualized care. 3. Denial of Basic Items While Staff Had Access Several patients, including myself, were denied simple items such as face masks with the claim: “We don’t have any.” Yet every staff member wore one. Multiple patients discussed how this created a sense of discrimination, disrespect, and uneven standards of safety. 4. Dangerous Errors in Discharge Medication Upon discharge, I was provided medication intended for schizophrenia, a condition I have never been diagnosed with. Another patient also reported being discharged with incorrect medication. This points to a pattern of medical errors that could have severe consequences for patient safety. 5. Use of Threats as a Form of Control Many of us experienced the same intimidation tactic: Whenever a patient asked questions or sought help, staff threatened to place them on “hold” and extend their stay. This is coercive, unethical, and potentially unlawful, and multiple individuals in the unit confirmed they experienced identical threats. 6. Environment That Caused Widespread Emotional Distress It wasn’t just me who felt unsafe. Repeatedly, patients shared: • We were left unattended for long periods • Staff communication was cold or nonexistent • Doors opening and closing overnight created fear and confusion • No reassurance was offered The environment was universally described as hostile, traumatic the closest thing to hell, and destabilizing — not therapeutic. 7. Voluntary Admission Treated Like Involuntary Detainment I was not the only one who felt this way. Several patients expressed that although they entered voluntarily, the treatment made it feel as if we were being held against our will. This reflects serious issues with: • Patient autonomy • Transparency • Respect for legal rights Conclusion — A Systemic Failure, Not an Isolated One Everything I experienced was mirrored by the majority of the people who were there with me. We shared the same concerns, the same fear, the same mistreatment, and the same feeling of being ignored, threatened, or medically mishandled. This facility has systemic, ongoing issues that require immediate oversight and accountability. I am writing this so that others are fully informed and do not unknowingly enter a place where care is replaced with negligence and trauma. No one deserves to go through what we did. Stay away from this place

Response from the owner
Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We'd like to follow up with you directly so that we can further address them. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.cedarhillshospital.com/contact-us/. We hope to hear from you soon.
Michelle Amundson
2 weeks ago
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B Ghi
1 month ago
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If you or a loved one has been abused at Cedar Hills Hospital, please head over to the hospital's Yelp page for further resources, and first-hand experiences from employees on the environment they are working in.

Arik Staley
1 month ago
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Terrible place for autistic folks. Would not recommend. Edit: finially DC'd today (10/22), still would not recommend. I lost 20lbs over my 13 days here, I was literally in worse condition when I DC'd than when I arrived. I'm both a health care worker at another local hospital & also someone who has been professionally diagnosed as Autistic, ADHD, OCD, & PTSD. I know just about any hospital will have bad reviews, since most of the time, the only people writing reviews are people when ticked, but as both a health care worker & currently a patient here, this place more than earns it's low rating. But first off, I do want to say, pretty much all the floor nurses & techs, with 1-2 exceptions, that I've interacted with have ranged from solid to exceptional. From my experience, the staff on the floor are some of the most amazing people in healthcare that I've met. These problems seem to be made by an administration that cares little for patient mental health. I am still currently a patient here (as of 10/19) I was set up to go to Brookside for my crisis, had a bunch of accommodations set up, but because of the Kaiser strike, I got sent to Cedar Hills. THIS PLACE WILL NOT ACCOMMODATE YOU IF YOU'RE AUTISTIC. My mother, several staff, & myself have ask for some accommodations on these here at Cedar Hills, they will not budge. 1) allowed to have cell phone as long as it stayed in your room. -here you only get your phone for 50 minutes a day 2) have my wireless headphones so I can listen to my music -here, they will only let you use a dinky am/fm radios -as an autistic person, being able to listen to my music is important to for coping and emotional regulation 3) I was supposed to be allowed to have a weighted blanket -here it's a nope. -as an autistic person, that's extremely important for emotional regulation 4) I was supposed to be getting regular 1 on 1 therapy to help work on the specific issue that lead to my crisis -here, they only do group therapy, regular 1 on 1 therapy isn't a thing here 5) okay, when I first got here, they threw me in the “North Unit”. The North Unit is a SENSORY HELL. This is where I wonder if they actually read any of the notes sent over about me from Kaiser, before accepting me. Because if they did, they should have saw that I'm autistic with sensory issues & had me admit into a quieter unit, & if there wasn't space in a quieter unit, THEN THEY SHOULDN'T HAVE ACCEPTED ME. I spent the first 2 days, till they transferred me, curled up in a ball in my room. To give some credit, an amazing nurse did see how much I was struggling in that unit, & was able to get me transferred to a quieter unit. 6) I've developed an eating disorder of sorts here. Like it started with my first 2 days being in a sensory hell, I was so anxious, overwhelmed & overloaded, that I didn't even feel hungry. But they moved me Saturday evening to a quieter unit, then the next day, I was feeling hungry finally. But that problem evolved into a new problem, where I am feeling hungry, really hungry, but I can't make myself eat. It's really weird, it's not really for lack of options, the snack options aren't too bad actually. But also, I haven't eaten since late Thursday (10/9), and I mean, they are trying everything they can, & I do legitimately want to eat, but I can't make myself eat. It's super weird. The dietician & weekend doctor seem to agree that it's some sort of stress response to the overly restrictive environment. Not being given any accommodations or compromise on the things I need as an autistic person for coping and emotional regulation. And both of them, along with a couple of other staff, have tried to advocate for me to someone(s) higher up for some accommodations for me, only to be told NO. Now the prevailing opinion is that since there will be NO ACCOMMODATIONS, I won't be able to bring my stress down anymore, and therefore I probably won't be able to eat till after I've left this place.

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