About NYC Health Hospitals Queens
NYC Health + Hospitals is an integrated network of hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, community health centers, long term care and correctional health services. They have facilities throughout the state of New York, including this hospital in Queens. This location offers many services including addiction and mental health treatment. The hospital is convenient to the 164th Street entrance and exit onto the Grand Central Parkway in Queens. It’s only one mile from St. John’s University.
Accessible Treatment in Queens
The organization is committed to treating all New Yorkers with respect, compassion and dignity and won’t turn anyone away regardless of their ability to pay or their immigration status. They accept insurance from many providers, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Flexible Outpatient Programs
They offer outpatient chemical dependency services and a variety of programs. Clients in all of their programs receive individual, family and group counseling to treat co-occurring mental health disorders. They also have onsite 12 Step meetings.
They offer an intensive rehabilitation program that meets three to five days per week for four hours per day. The less intensive program concentrates on coping skills, relapse skills and building socialization skills. They have an evening clinic for clients who need to attend work or school while in treatment.
Affordable DWI Services
The hospital has a unique 14 week treatment program tailored to adults who have been charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). Clients are court mandated to participate in the program in order to get their licenses back. You don’t need insurance to enroll in the program, and they have payment plans available for the uninsured.
The Arts in Medicine for Optimal Healing
Another unique aspect of treatment at this hospital is the Arts in Medicine Department. Research shows that those who engage in art activities are more joyful, less lonely and happier. Art activities positively impact both mental and physical health.
The hospital’s Art Department uses evidence based designs throughout the hospital. Additionally, they have art exhibits and a visual arts collection. They use art interventions in the clinics and health facilities and have incorporated art into their continuum of care.
