The Retreat at Westchester A deluxe chemical dependency rehabilitation program in an academic medical center The Retreat at Westchester NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital 21 Bloomingdale Road White Plains, NY 10605 1.888.694.5700 www.nyppsychiatry.org
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is one of the largest, most prestigious health care institutions in the nation. It is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College, recognized for its advances in clinical care, medical training, and groundbreaking research contributions in many specialties and subspecialties. recovery The behavioral health services at Payne Whitney Westchester, a division of NewYork- Presbyterian Hospital s Department of Psychiatry, are ranked annually among the nation s best by U.S. News & World Report. The Retreat at Westchester emphasizes a discreet approach to recovery, adding an important dimension to NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital s renowned clinical services. It is a place for adults over 18 years of age to begin treatment for substance abuse and to regain a healthy perspective in a deluxe, private setting. The experienced, multidisciplinary professional team ensures that each patient receives highly The Retreat at Westchester NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital 21 Bloomingdale Road White Plains, NY 10605 1.888.694.5700 individualized care within the group setting. expert diagnosis www.nyppsychiatry.org
Treatment The Retreat at Westchester is a chemical dependency rehabilitation facility. The focus of this adult inpatient level of care is on recovery from alcoholism and other drug addictions. The patient and the referring clinician work collaboratively with the treatment team to design an optimal therapy plan. A comprehensive approach to sobriety and relapse prevention underlies all treatment team goals. Treatment includes: Expert evaluation and assessment Motivational therapy Group therapies Stress management Program Highlights Expertise in dual diagnosis Expert clinical consultations Daily group and individualized sessions Deluxe accommodations Concierge services Individual therapy Twelve-step model Psychoeducational seminars Psychopharmacology Weekly family treatment and education Recreational activities Nutritional consultation Structured daily schedule
Evaluation and Detoxification for Medically Compromised Patients During treatment at the Retreat, Weill Cornell and Columbia medical faculty and NewYork- Presbyterian Hospital staff are called upon for their expertise in the fields of personality disorders, dialectical behavioral therapy, geriatrics, eating disorders, and neurology. Patients whose conditions are complicated by neurological or other medical problems may be referred for specific assessments, testing, and treatment planning to Weill Cornell Medical College associates in Manhattan. Multidisciplinary Treatment Team Psychiatrists Psychologists Credentialed alcohol and substance experience & compassion abuse counselors (CASACs) Social workers Nurses Psychosocial rehabilitation specialists Nutritionists
Continuing Care Planning for continuing recovery begins on the day of admission in consultation with referring clinicians. Individualized discharge plans are developed with the patient, family members, and the referring clinician. Aftercare planning goals include: Relapse prevention and management Twelve-step work Problem-solving and coping skills treatment enhanced quality of care Accommodations Arriving patients are met at a private entrance to The Retreat at Westchester by the guest services coordinator and members of the treatment team. The Retreat provides comfortably decorated Comfortable bedrooms afford privacy and space. private bedrooms, each with a full bathroom, and the availability of in-room television and telephone. A spacious solarium provides an ideal place for meals and socializing. The living room, computer and fax areas are all designed for the comfort and convenience of the patient. Exercise equipment is available. The Retreat at Westchester offers hotel-like amenities to enhance the recovery experience, including concierge services and gourmet menu selection. Payne Whitney Westchester s extensive grounds provide opportunities for peaceful walks and other outdoor recreation activities including tennis courts, a pool, and par-three golf course.
Location The Retreat at Westchester is strategically situated in the New York metropolitan area, easily reached by train and car from New York City, closely accessible to Connecticut and New Jersey, and within minutes of Westchester County Airport. Accreditation Payne Whitney Westchester, located in White Plains, New York, and Payne Whitney Manhattan in New York City are the major clinical and academic programs of the Department of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College. Financial Information The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Private pay, most major insurance plans, and Medicare are accepted. A daily amenities fee is additional and is the responsibility of Organizations (JCAHO), and is licensed by New York State s Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS). the patient. treatment & recovery NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Payne Whitney Westchester occupies over 200 beautifully landscaped acres.
Directions By Car From New York City and Long Island: Take the Hutchinson River Parkway to Exit 23 - Mamaroneck Avenue towards White Plains. Drive approximately 3H miles to right fork for Bloomingdale Road. Proceed on Bloomingdale Road to the intersection with Maple Avenue. Turn right at light into hospital entrance. For Further Information From Upstate New York and New Jersey: Take the NY State Thruway (I-87) across Tappan Zee Bridge. Go one mile to I-287 east. Continue on I-287 to Exit 8W. Keep left on exit ramp and turn left at the light onto Bloomingdale Road (opposite The Westchester Mall.) Turn left at the first light at Maple Avenue intersection into hospital entrance. To initiate the admissions process or to seek further information, prospective patients, family members and friends, or health professionals may speak to a representative in the hospital s Access Center. From New England: Take either the Connecticut Turnpike (I-95), the Merritt Parkway, or I-684 to I-287 west to Exit 8, White Plains. Follow Route 119 (Westchester Avenue.) Turn left onto Bloomingdale Road. Take left at the second traffic light at Maple Avenue intersection into hospital entrance. Call the 24-hour, toll-free number 1.888.694.5700 or the Referral Development Coordinator at 914.997.5788. By Train Take the Harlem Line on Metro North Railroad from Grand Central Station to White Plains. Taxi to hospital. To learn more about NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital s behavioral health services visit us on the web at www.nyppsychiatry.org. By Air Limousine service from LaGuardia or JFK Airport. Taxi from Westchester County Airport.
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