Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital

Julie L. (left) was recognized by our Intake Team for being this month’s Queen of Collaboration. Julie Is supportive, communicative and helps problem solve at the drop of a dime.

Danny R., from the kitchen, was recognized by several members of the LBHH team. He’s always kind and treats all patients with dignity and respect. In each role he works, he seeks to serve others. Thank you for your dedication, Danny!

We are proud to host other Pennsylvania facilities for HWC and Verbal De-escalation this week! Clipper Stadium opened space for us to do the training and is welcoming our folks using their digital billboard.

Josh P. comes to us with experience in HVAC and holds the position of Maintenance Technician. Josh is willing to take on any work order that is sent his way. The patients and staff always enjoy his company while he’s addressing work orders. Josh’s hard work and great social skills allow him to be a positive asset for the hospital. Thanks, Josh, for being a part of the our Plant Operation’s Team!

Jen G. plays an important part of the LBHH team as a Dietary Cook. She has been with us since October 2019 and comes work to everyday motivated to help wherever she is needed. During lunch hours, you can find Jen on the line serving food to our staff and patients. Thank you, Jen, for being a valuable team member!

Thank you to everyone at LBHH who has helped to make this a special holiday for our patients and staff, especially those who've worked on the holidays this year. To all of our community, we wish you a holiday season full of love, laughter and good health!

Did you vote yet? Support NAMI Lancaster County PA and LBHH with a vote for our holiday tree!

Community Relations staff are showing appreciation and sharing local Lancaster chocolates with the hospitals, agencies and community partners we work with everyday. We hope this makes their holiday season a little sweeter!

Our staff and individuals in care had a great time decorating holiday cookies! It's important that we're able to celebrate with those around us, especially this year when we may be a bit more distanced from loved ones than we're used to. We hope everyone is able to find some connection this holiday season!

Wherever you look, you'll find family of all sorts. Family consists of those that support you, those that care for you and those that celebrate with you. Whether in person or from a distance, we celebrate all of our many families this holiday season.

Having good self care strategies can help you be prepared for stressful situations, but sometimes that's not enough. If you're overwhelmed or experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call us 24/7 at (717) 740-4160. Your health and safety are our top priorities, so we are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe, including screening all individuals upon entering the facility. Read our full Health Alert at bit.ly/LBHHhealthalert. We're here for you when you need us.

The best gift you might give this year is to follow the CDC guidelines on how to celebrate the holidays safely! It's been a tough year, but we urge everyone to remain vigilant and find alternate ways to feel connected this holiday season. Find more information and ideas at https://bit.ly/HolidaySafetyCDC.

Cyberbullying can be particularly difficult for children and teens to navigate as it can be more pervasive than in-person bullying. Help your child navigate the online space by educating them on the reality of cyberbullying and establishing clear guidelines for how they use the technology in your home. Find information and resources from PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center (NBPC): https://bit.ly/CyberBullyingPacer. #StopBullying

Congratulations to our November Employee of the Month, Audrisha! Front Office Assistant Audrisha was nominated for Employee of the Month because she is constantly engaged and happily assists others, whether it is by her altering her schedule to support additional hours in the screening tent or being of immediate assistance to the intake department. Empathic, considerate and hard working, Audrisha always strives to learn more and asks meaningful questions in order to have a deeper understanding of the population we serve. Thank you for all you do!

Our Dietary team has been excited to incorporate lettuce and spinach from our Hope Garden into our salad options! Our individuals in care have been tending this beautiful garden, also growing herbs and other "fall interest" plants like ornamental kale and cabbage. Great work!

Our units participated in a window decorating contest! Which is your favorite?

You are not alone. If you or someone you know is considering suicide or having a mental health crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' to be connected to a trained crisis worker. You are worth it.

We are currently in second place, but need your votes to take the lead! Vote for the LBHH tree, which will support NAMI Lancaster County PA, now through December 31!

Are you or a loved one experiencing a mental health crisis? Do not delay in seeking help. We are fully operational and ready to provide assessments and services. Call us 24/7 at (717) 740-4160. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe, including screening all individuals upon entering the facility. For more information, read our full Health Alert at bit.ly/LBHHhealthalert. Our compassionate professionals are ready to help you today.

Did you vote for the LBHH / NAMI Lancaster County PA holiday tree yet? Head over to the Lancaster Barnstormers website to vote for our tree AND contribute to the great work that NAMI does in our area!

#LockYourMedsDay reminds parents and caregivers to safely store and dispose of prescription medications that have the potential for abuse. Prescription drugs are some of the most commonly abused by adolescents, but limiting access can help to stop that trend. Learn more at https://www.lockyourmeds.org/.

According to the CDC, "The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus." To help avoid transmission of either virus, remember to wash your hands, wear your masks in public and remain six feet or more apart from people. Although there is not yet a vaccine for COVID-19, we encourage you to get your flu shot. To learn more about how to remain safe, read http://bit.ly/ProtectYourselfandOthers.

Youth who are bullied are at an increased rate for mental health problems. As a parent, you may feel helpless and unsure how to rectify the situation. There are ways for adults to stop bullying and help children cope with teasing or bullying and help to lessen its lasting impact. See how you can get more involved and be part of the solution at http://bit.ly/BullyingPrevention2020.

Join us for our upcoming Job Fairs on Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29! Find more details about current opportunities and register to attend here: https://events.indeed.com/event/69018/.

As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, we remain proactive in keeping our patients and team members safe, including screening all individuals upon entering the facility. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, do not delay in seeking help. Call us 24/7 at (717) 740-4160. We are fully operational and ready to provide assessments and services. For more information, read our full Health Alert at bit.ly/LBHHhealthalert. And remember, we are here for you.

On #WorldFoodDay, we reflect on the importance of good nutrition for mental health, as well as our gratitude to food workers for their essential work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to our Dietary team, farmers and other food workers around the world! You are all #HealthcareHeroes. Learn more about World Food Day at https://bit.ly/WFDGrowNourishSustain.

Good hand hygiene is important to help stem the spread of illness and infections. Wash your hands and learn more about why we recognize #GlobalHandwashingDay every year: http://bit.ly/GlobalHandwashDay/

Have you gotten your flu shot yet? If not, make a plan to do so. According to the CDC, it's important to get a flu vaccine during 2020-2021 to protect yourself and those around you from the flu, as well as to reduce the strain on healthcare providers and systems responding to #COVID19. Learn more about how you can help prevent flu at http://bit.ly/FluPreventionCDC.

Thank you to our friends at the Lancaster Barnstormers for letting us use some space at Clipper Magazine Stadium to welcome our new orientation class! We're lucky to have such great neighbors and are sure we just hit a home run with these great new employees who joined our team. Learn about opportunities to join the LBHH team at http://bit.ly/CareersatLBHH.

World Mental Health Day 2020 asks us to look at how we can better invest in our mental health, both globally and personally. With the realities of COVID-19 challenging many aspects of our lives and support systems, it is more important than ever to implement good self-care practices and reach out for help when you need it. Know that we are here for you and your loved ones, ready to provide the compassionate care you deserve. Call us any time at (717) 740-4160. Learn more about how you can recognize World Mental Health Day from the World Health Organization (WHO): https://bit.ly/WMHDInfo2020.

We were proud to support the Junior Achievement of South Central PA Putt for Education! This event gathers local businesses to support a great cause and has raised over $750,000. Although this year, the 30th anniversary of the event, looks a little different, our Business Development team enjoyed their time and supporting this great mission.