What is the role of the inpatient unit (3B)?
With a person-centred care philosophy,units enthusiastically adopt an approach that improves the care experience and quality of life of inpatients—and the people close to them—while helping to improve their work environment.
What services does the inpatient unit provide?
- Evaluation
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Social integration
- Treatment plan
- Discharge planning
People admitted to this unit will receive personalized services provided by a multidisciplinary, collaborative team.
The team
- Psychiatrists
- Nurse practitioners
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Social workers
- Occupational therapists
- Criminologists
- Orderlies
- Peer supporters
- Family peer supporters
- Students
- Volunteers
The mental health and addiction unit has 48 beds, divided into a larger main section (3B) and two smaller sections: the High Care Area (HCA) and the Intermediate Unit (IU).
- 28 acute care beds (3B)
- 12 intermediate care beds (IU)
- 8 intensive care beds (HCA)
Intermediate Unit (IU) (transitional care)
The IU is a 12-bed multidisciplinary section. It is designed for rapid assessment and treatment of people in crisis who present a danger to themselves or others, and who need to be hospitalized for safety.
High Care Area (HCA)
The HCA is an 8-bed multidisciplinary section designed to provide intensive observational assessment and treatment in a safe environment for patients with severe mental illness.
For visitors
During your visit, it is crucial that you follow these safety rules:
- Do not have any dangerous items in your possession such as utensils, bottles, cans, bags (including plastic bags), or sharp or pointy objects.
- Notify the care team and security personnel before bringing the patient any personal items.
Referral
To access mental health services, please visit the Adult mental health access mechanism (MASMA) page.
