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About Norristown State Hospital
Norristown State Hospital is located on 225 wooded acres in Norristown, Pennsylvania. They focus on court-order psychiatric and co-occurring disorder treatment for those suffering from mental health and substance use disorders, following incarceration. You must be referred by the courts to enroll.
Inpatient Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment
Norristown operates as a long-term psychiatric facility with 375 beds and not a standalone addiction treatment center; therefore, services are operated as residential/inpatient treatment only. They provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care, including stabilization, medical management and rehabilitation services to adults 18+ with serious mental illness, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders.
Forensic Psychiatric Hospital for Court-Ordered Clients
They also function as a forensic psychiatric hospital for individuals committed by the legal system or those found not guilty by reason of insanity or incompetent to stand trial.
Services are provided as part of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth hospital system for those who are already in detention, not direct patient/insurance transactions.
Holistic, Multidisciplinary Approach to Treatment
Care at Norristown emphasizes a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, involving psychiatry, psychology, social work and psychiatric nursing care, with individualized treatment planning focused on psychiatric stabilization, recovery and reintegration into your community. You might learn new job skills and work on controlling your anger and emotions.
The facility is located on a large campus with multiple buildings with secure units, medical/clinical facilities equipped for acute and long-term psychiatric treatment. They provide onsite amenities to you that include outdoor spaces and secure grounds for patients. In addition, the hospital provides group therapy rooms, activity spaces, and patient care areas suited for mental health rehabilitation.
Located near the Schuylkill River, Norristown provides potential opportunities for natural views and exploring. It is also in close proximity to Norristown Farm Park, a large natural area with trails and green spaces that may support therapeutic outdoor outdoor activities or healing environments.
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Latest Reviews
This is my first time talking to MRS Hightower she was great with the visiting info and just answering question s . Even tho the phone service was jacked up Thursday 4/3 . But I talked to her with in the hour of trying to reach her . I m happy for this cause it is our loved ones and their job to inform the family .
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This place should be closed. I was inpatient for incompetence on the Criminal side from December 2023- May 2024. I dropped Grievance after Grievance for an Attorney Meeting and Bail info. And no Attorney Meetings occurred. NSH claims Bail isn't allowed, this is archaic and must be changed. The Staff gets to decide if you're allowed to Phone out based on the phone number. This is horrendous and must end. Prisoner's must be able to call any number on the outside to be able to argue with anyone needed.
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Other Forms of Payment
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
A medical detox is the safest way to wean your body off drugs and/or alcohol in an inpatient setting. When detoxing from addictive substances, the physical and psychological side effects of withdrawal can cause mood swings, anxiety, nausea, or flu-like symptoms. In medically assisted detox, a team of medical professionals are on hand 24/7 to help alleviate potential withdrawal symptoms, administer medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately keep you safe and comfortable throughout this process.
Treatments
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.
Alcoholism is a syndrome of dependent alcohol use. Also called alcohol use disorder (AUD), the symptoms include craving alcohol, not being able to stop drinking, and feeling anxious or irritable when not drinking. For many people, alcohol rehab in Pennsylvania is a beneficial treatment. Programs offer many levels of care, including medical and behavioral therapies.
Drug rehab in Pennsylvania is devoted to the treatment of addiction. Levels of care, treatment methods, and settings differ, but the aim of each program is to end drug dependency and empower participants to achieve long-term recovery.
Opioid AddictionIf you have a mental health condition and an addiction, it is critical to address both conditions simultaneously. If you only address the mental health disorder, you'll likely continue to use drugs or alcohol, which can make your mental health issues even worse. On the other hand, if you only address the addiction, you won't have the tools to cope with your mental health disorder in a healthy way.
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.
Clinical Services
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.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Pennsylvania can be helpful to individuals who are experiencing substance use disorder and various mental health conditions. It helps you identify damaging thought and behavior patterns and replace them with healthy ones.
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Accreditations
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: Pennsylvania
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Norristown, PA 19401
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