Encino Hospital Medical Center Senior Behavioral Health

Located along Ventura Boulevard, close to its intersection with Libbit Avenue in Encino, this inpatient program serves adults over 50 who are experiencing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, or psychosis. The 13-bed hospital-based unit provides a safe, structured environment designed specifically for seniors, including those with co-occurring medical conditions. Its setting within a medical center allows clients to receive psychiatric care alongside treatment for chronic health issues in one place.

Services and Daily Structure

Services include psychiatric assessment and treatment, medication management, and individual, family, and group therapy. Recreational therapy, nutritional consultation, and education about diagnoses and medications are also part of care. Clients benefit from 24/7 nursing support and crisis stabilization, while planned activities and therapy sessions help create a consistent daily structure focused on emotional stability and practical coping skills.

Team and Admission

A multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, recreation therapists, and hospital medicine providers works together to build personalized plans. Daily routines mix therapeutic sessions with health management and family involvement. A free, confidential screening is available before admission, and referrals can come from families, healthcare providers, or senior care facilities, making access straightforward for those who need timely support.