800-262-4205AMITA Health Mercy Medical Center Aurora
About AMITA Health Mercy Medical Center Aurora
Mercy Medical Center is a hospital based behavioral health provider in Aurora, Illinois, offering acute inpatient and outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
Located at 1325 North Highland Avenue, this Prime Healthcare facility features 95 dedicated acute mental health beds within a full service 292 bed hospital.
The program delivers personalized, evidence based care that integrates medical treatment, therapy and rehabilitation.
Behavioral Health Programs and Levels of Care
Care often begins with a confidential behavioral health assessment, available in person seven days a week, with walk ins welcome.
From there, clients may enter acute inpatient or outpatient behavioral health services based on their individual needs.
Clients can expect individual therapy, group therapy, family counseling, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, activities therapy and discharge planning.
A multidisciplinary team supports patients experiencing conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia and psychosis, with 24 hour nursing assistance.
Quick Facts About Mercy Medical Center
- Location: Aurora, Illinois, on a full service hospital campus
- Levels of care: Acute inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services
- Who they treat: Children, adolescents, adults and older adults
- Approach: Evidence based, multidisciplinary care integrating psychiatry, nursing, therapy and social work
- Insurance: In network with BCBSIL, with a Financial Assistance Program available in English and Spanish
- Amenities: 95 acute mental health beds alongside medical, imaging, rehabilitation and laboratory services
Getting Started at Mercy Medical Center
Beginning care at Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois starts with a confidential behavioral health assessment, available daily with walk ins welcome.
The admissions team can explain available programs, review insurance and financial assistance options and guide you toward the right level of care.
Reach out today to learn more about behavioral health support at Mercy Medical Center.
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Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions, since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy. |
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school, or family obligations. |
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support once you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety, including therapy, community support groups, and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into daily life. |
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long-term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction. |
An intervention is a structured and professionally guided conversation with an individual who is struggling with addiction. During the conversation, family and friends encourage the individual to seek treatment. This is often a pivotal step for those resistant to getting help. |
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Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment. |
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
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Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
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Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
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Men's programs address substance use while also considering the social pressures, family roles, and mental health concerns that are specific to men. You’ll learn healthy coping mechanisms as you build emotional resilience and develop communication skills.
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Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
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Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief, and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age-related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
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Women's programs offer a safe and supportive space to focus on gender-specific issues such as trauma, family roles, and mental health conditions. Therapists tailor the sessions to address women's needs and foster empowerment in a healing and nurturing environment.
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Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
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Levels of Care
Inpatient and residential programs provide round-the-clock medical and emotional support as you live at the treatment facility. This level of care may be recommended if you have severe addictions or mental health conditions, since it removes outside distractions and allows you to focus solely on therapy.
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school, or family obligations.
Aftercare programs provide ongoing support once you complete a rehab program. They may include several components to help you maintain sobriety, including therapy, community support groups, and relapse prevention strategies. This gives you a network of resources as you reintegrate into daily life.
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long-term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
An intervention is a structured and professionally guided conversation with an individual who is struggling with addiction. During the conversation, family and friends encourage the individual to seek treatment. This is often a pivotal step for those resistant to getting help.
Detox Service Setting
Inpatient detox occurs in a dedicated treatment facility. You’ll live there around the clock and receive intensive medical support and supervision to help manage your withdrawal symptoms. It is suitable for individuals with moderate to severe addictions as it ensures a stable detox environment.
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
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