The ROSE HOUSE            

§         Hospital Diversion Program

The Hospital Diversion Program at the ROSE HOUSE is currently available to residents of Orange and Ulster counties. This peer-operated house is designed to assist fellow peers in diverting from psychiatric distress, which may lead to a hospitalization. The program is located in a three-bedroom home set up and furnished for comfort. The house is equipped with a variety of traditional self-help and proactive tools to maintain wellness. Trained peer companions are the key ingredients in helping others learn self-help tools. Peer companions are compassionate, understanding and empowering. We exist to fill a gap in the mental health system that can brake the cycle of going from home to crisis to hospital.

The ROSE HOUSE offers a stay of up to five days to take control of your crisis or potential crisis and develop new skills to maintain your wellness. Peer companions staff the house 24 hours a day to address the needs of guests as they arise. Participation in the program is completely voluntary and free of charge. You are free to come and go as you please. We also will maintain contact and support for you, at your request, after you finish your stay. We have found that occassional calls and visits reinforce recovery and self determination.

In-home support is also offered. Peer companions will meet with you at your home or in a comfortable place in the community. During these visits, the goal of a peer companion is to help you explore strategies for finding and maintaining wellness and to offer support through this process. In-home visits are one of the steps in developing a relationship with potential guests of the ROSE HOUSE.

The peer companions will always respect your right to make your own choices and work to enhance your sense of independence and empowerment. We meet you where you are. Peer companions have all experienced what it is like to be on the verge of a crisis, if not surrounded by it. We understand the need for support during these difficult times; that is why we offer hope, strength and knowledge of recovery to those individuals who need a more supportive environment.

The program is strictly voluntary. You can self-refer or may be referred by a professional or family member based on your decision. There is a guest screening process in order to insure the comfort of our other guests as well as the appropriateness of the program.

 To contact the Rose House call 845-795-2346. For more information about developing Hospital Diversion Program Services, please call our main office at (845) 452-2728.

PEOPLe, Inc. respects and maintains the confidentiality of all guests and any information about them. We comply with all mandated confidentiality rules and regulations. If you want us to share information with a person or agency, you will be asked to sign a release.

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The ROSE HOUSE Wish List

In order to make our guests as comfortable as possible, the ROSE HOUSE is designed to be a self-sufficient home. As in any home, items undergo normal wear and tear and need to be replaced and upgraded. If you can help us by donating new or like-new items from our list, please let us know. You can contact our main office at (845) 452-2728 and make arrangements.

Donations to PEOPLe, Inc. are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law and we can provide you with a letter acknowledging your gift.

CD's: Jazz

Country

Inspirational / Relaxation

Soft rock

Classical

Classic soul

Guided meditations

Spiritual

DVD's or Videos

“Feel good” movies: dramas or comedies

A sound machine that produces noises of rain, ocean waves or white noise

Small tabletop fountains

Automatic coffee maker

Computer(s)

Computer software (publishing, photos, games)

Portable music players with CD/tape/radio capability and headphones

Books

Easy-reading

Spiritual (Bible, Koran, Torah)

Inspirational readings

Tablecloths

Drapes/Curtains

Aromatherapy Candles

New Bedding: sheets, blankets, pillows

New Bath Items: towels, shower curtains, bath mats

Throws

Slip Covers

Rugs (throw rugs, runners, and larger space rugs)

Gift Certificates/Cards to local department, home improvement stores or grocery stores