School Address: Hwy. 10 Jackson LA 70748
School District: Special School District
County: East Feliciana Parish
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Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS) is a state-operated facility that provides mental health services, including forensic services, primarily for individuals with legal issues related to their mental health. The Forensic Division, located in Jackson, LA, specifically addresses the needs of patients who are involved in the legal system, such as those who have been court-committed for evaluation or treatment, as well as those who have been found not guilty by reason of insanity. The facility offers a variety of services aimed at assessment, stabilization, and treatment of mental health disorders. These services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual and group therapy, and skills training to help patients manage their symptoms and prepare for eventual reintegration into society. Located at Highway 10 in Jackson, the Forensic Division operates with a focus on both maintaining safety and providing therapeutic support to help patients progress appropriately. The environment is designed to be secure, given the nature of the population served, but also conducive to rehabilitation and recovery. Staff at the facility includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other trained professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care. The overarching goal of ELMHS, and specifically the Forensic Division, is to provide effective treatment to improve patient outcomes, enhance public safety, and facilitate patient return to less restrictive environments when possible.