At Restoration Children Facilities, we help young people and adults feel safe and strong. An Acute Partial Hospitalization Program, or PHP, is a special program we offer. It gives a lot of care during the day but lets people go home at night.
What Is PHP?
PHP is a day treatment for people who need more help than regular outpatient visits. It is not the same as staying in the hospital overnight. In PHP, a person comes to our center each day. They get therapy, medical checks, and support. Then they leave and sleep at home. PHP helps to keep people safe and calm while they get better.
Who Can Join PHP?
We offer PHP for kids 12 to 18 and adults 18 to 55. A person might join PHP when:
- Feeling very sad, worried, or angry a lot.
- Having trouble staying safe at home or at school.
- Needing close help after leaving the hospital.
- Not doing well with regular doctor visits.
While PHP is often used for teens and adults, similar structured day programs can also play an important role in supporting senior mental health when additional daytime care and stability are needed.
Our team meets with families and the person to see if PHP is right for them.
What Happens During a PHP Day?
Days in PHP are full of helpful things. Each day is planned so people learn and heal. At Restoration Children Facilities, a typical day might include:
- A check with a doctor or nurse for medicines.
- Group therapy is where people talk and learn together.
- One-on-one talks with a therapist.
- Skills practice, like calming down and solving problems.
- Help with schoolwork or learning goals.
- Time to talk with family and plan next steps.
We work with each person to make a plan that fits their needs.
Who Works in the PHP Team?
A lot of caring people help in PHP. Our team includes:
- Psychiatrists and nurses for medical care.
- Licensed therapists for talking therapy.
- Case managers who help with school and home plans.
- Support staff who teach life skills.
This team meets daily to ensure the person is getting the right help.
How Long Is PHP?
The length of PHP is different for each person. Some stay for a few weeks. Others stay longer until they feel steady. We check progress often and change the plan as needed. The goal is to help the person move to less intensive care, like weekly therapy or school supports.
Why Choose PHP at Restoration Children Facilities?
We know kids and adults need a safe, kind place to heal. Our PHP is gentle and strong at the same time. We offer:
- Close medical and therapy care during the day.
- A calm, structured schedule that builds trust.
- School helps, so learning does not stop.
- Family support so everyone can work together.
- Life skills to feel more independent.
We treat each person with respect and warmth.
How Does PHP Keep People Safe?
Safety is very important. We watch symptoms each day. If medicines need changing, we do that. We teach ways to calm down and stay safe. Our staff are trained to respond to a crisis. If someone needs more care, we help them get it quickly.
What about Medicines?
Some people in PHP need medicines. Our doctors check medicines every day. We watch how the person is doing. If a medicine needs a change, we adjust it. We also teach people how to take medicines safely at home.
How Families Are Involved
Families are part of the healing. We invite families to meet with the team. Families learn how to support their loved ones at home and at school. We help families make a plan to stay safe and to keep getting help after PHP.
After PHP: What Comes Next?
When a person is ready, we plan for the next step. This may be:
- Outpatient therapy with a counselor.
- School supports to stay on track.
- Community services to help with jobs or life skills.
- Medicine check-ins with a doctor.
We stay involved to make the next step smooth.
Simple Words to Remember
- PHP = Day care that is stronger than regular visits.
- You go home at night.
- You get therapy, medical checks, and life skills.
- Families are part of the plan.
- The goal is steady health and school or work success.
A Kind Closing Note
If you or someone you love is struggling, PHP can help. At Restoration Children Facilities, we stand with you. We give strong help in a gentle way. Our team wants to restore hope and help you grow. You are not alone.
FAQs
Q. Who can join PHP?
We serve children 12–18 and adults 18–55 who need close care.
Q. Do I stay overnight?
No. You show up in the daytime and head home at night.
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