First responders may face a stigma around mental health, which can make them hesitant to seek help. It is important to break down this stigma and help people understand that trauma is a normal response to distressing situations. Introducing therapy to first responders can be a critical step in ensuring [...]
As summer days wane and the back-to-school season approaches, students and parents alike often find themselves experiencing a mix of excitement and anxiety. Transitioning from the relaxed pace of summer to the structured environment of school can be challenging. This period of adjustment is a crucial time to prioritize mental [...]
July is not only a month of vibrant celebrations and summer adventures, but it is also an important time to spotlight mental health awareness, particularly within BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities. This month, we focus on the unique mental health challenges faced by these communities and the [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is thrilled to celebrate Pride Month this June. This is a time to honor the LGBTQ+ community and recognize the progress made toward equality. It's a vibrant period filled with parades, events, and reflections on the struggles and achievements of LGBTQ+ individuals. Amidst the celebrations, it’s crucial [...]
In a heartwarming ceremony held at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital, Christopher Wagoner, RN, was recognized with the prestigious DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. This honor celebrates nurses who provide exceptional care and make a significant difference in the lives of their patients. About the DAISY Award The DAISY Award, established by [...]
As Mental Health Awareness Month unfolds this May, the spotlight is on the challenges and opportunities surrounding mental health in an ever-evolving world. Led by Mental Health America (MHA), this annual observance aims to spark conversations, break down barriers, and provide essential guidance on navigating mental wellness amidst societal shifts [...]
Adolescent brain development plays a crucial role in shaping mental health outcomes. During adolescence, the brain undergoes significant changes, particularly in areas responsible for decision-making, impulse control, emotion regulation, and social interactions. Hendricks Behavioral Hospital serves adolescents through various levels of care and programming, including Acute Inpatient Stabilization, Intensive Outpatient [...]
As April unfolds, so does Alcohol Awareness Month – a period dedicated to highlighting the importance of understanding the impact of alcohol on individuals, families, and communities. It’s a time for reflection, education, and most importantly, action. Hendricks Behavioral Hospital supports Alcohol Awareness Month by raising awareness and providing treatment [...]
Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? Let's talk about stress! It's something we all experience, but it's important to recognize its impact on our mental and physical well-being. This month, let's raise awareness and support each other in managing stress better. Whether it's through mindfulness, exercise, hobbies, or [...]
What are Thought Disorders? Thought disorders are mental health conditions characterized by disturbances in thinking, perception, and cognition. These disorders affect how individuals interpret and interact with the world around them. Thought disorders often affect people with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, delusional disorder, psychotic depression, substance-induced psychosis, and a [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital invites you to take a moment to honor and appreciate the incredible dedication and compassion of social workers everywhere. From supporting individuals and families during a mental health crisis, during the intake process, advocating and discharge planning, working with schools, and linking to care after completing IOP, [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is proud to announce Gemini Howell-Bey as the Director of Human Resources. Gemini is a dynamic and multi-layered individual, bringing a unique blend of duality and adaptability to her professional and personal life.A devoted mother to one daughter and a proud pet parent to a dog, Gemini's [...]
Are you a teen or a parent of a teen looking for support and guidance on a journey to better mental health? We've got fantastic news for you! Our Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is here to help you strive and shine! What is IOP? Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is proud to announce that we have partnered with the DAISY Foundation for the Daisy Award! This recognition program celebrates nurses by collecting nominations for those who have demonstrated extraordinary compassion, dedication, and clinical expertise in their interactions with patients and colleagues. Commitment to providing exceptional care [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is proud to announce Tammy Greene as our Chief Nursing Officer. Tammy has been a nurse for 12 years, earning her ASN through Ivy Tech Community College, her BSN through IU Kokomo, her MSN through Western Governors University, and is currently completing the final requirements for her [...]
At Hendricks Behavioral Hospital, we believe that mental health is not just an absence of illness but a profound investment in the richness of our lives. If help with behavioral health is new to you and you are unsure of next steps, please watch this video explaining the process from [...]
Recognize the link between physical and emotional well-being amidst life's hustles. Nurture mental resilience with practical, sustainable steps. Discover manageable ways to enhance mental and emotional health this year. Listen to Your Body: Recognizing Emotional Clues Our bodies are intricate messengers, often revealing emotional distress through physical symptoms. Insomnia, fatigue, [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital's Activity Therapy Department includes Recreation Therapy, Music Therapy and several contracted services; fitness, yoga, pet therapy, and behavior management. Each discipline collaborates with an interdisciplinary treatment team and uses various activities as a form of active treatment in order improve patients overall functioning in the following areas [...]
What is Pride Month? Pride Month commemorates the 1969 Stonewell Uprising in New York and celebrates the LGBTQ community and the fight for equal rights. The Stonewell Uprising began on June 28, 1969, when police in New York raided the Stonewall Inn, a prominent gay bar in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village. [...]
What are Edibles? Edibles are food products infused with marijuana. The amount of THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, can vary in each item. The amount and ingredients can vary even more in homemade edibles. Edibles take longer than smoking marijuana to affect an individual which makes it harder [...]
Strive Day School is an alternative program offered through our traditional adolescent Strive Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This program is offered to males and females ages 13 to 17. The full day school program is recommended when adolescents may be stepping down from an acute inpatient stay, or when traditional [...]
Angie Best-Egler is the new Clinical Educator for Hendricks Behavioral Hospital. She has been a psychiatric nurse for over 15 years, and last served as clinical nursing supervisor for Eskenazi’s Narcotics Treatment Program. She is a member of Hendricks County Alliance for Diversity and serves on the board of Hendricks [...]
In 2021, xylazine was found in 91% of opioid samples in Philadelphia. Xylazine, a non-opioid sedative used in veterinary medicine, has recently gained attention for its role in increasing overdoses nationwide. However, it is not new to the illicit drug market. Xylazine is not approved for use in humans and [...]
Christine Daniel has been named the Director of Outpatient Services at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital. She will serve with a focus on continuum of care, step-down services, and engaging people in need of person-centered treatment and support. Christine previously served as the Executive Director of Transitional Healthcare for the Indiana Department [...]
Hendricks Behavioral Hospital is honored to be a community resource and have the ability to give back to our community. The hospital partnered with FOP Lodge #132 to assist them in their annual Shop With a Cop program. The lodge was able to assist over 70 kids and 25 families [...]