Del Amo Hospital

As #BlackHistoryMonth comes to a close, our staff dressed in beautiful African inspired attire! Let us know what you think in the comments below.

We are pleased to sponsor the free support group titled Wednesday Noon Community PTSD Topic Discussion Support Group. The purpose of this group is to provide support for those suffering from and moving through the after effects of trauma. This is not a therapy group. The format of the group includes a reading related to trauma recovery, three minutes of writing or reflecting on your personal experience with the topic and two minutes of writing or reflecting on solution and ...then sharing from participants on that topic. Each member is welcome to share for three minutes on the topic with a two minute solution focus wrap up and then the meeting will end with writing/reflection on what was learned from the shares to take into your week ahead. The time frame for sharing is subject to change based on number of participants to give as many people as possible a chance to share. Similar to the 12 step format, there will be no cross talk or advice giving. It is simply an opportunity to reflect on and hear about experiences and solution on a particular topic related to trauma recovery. It is a drop-in group so no commitment is required, however we will need contact information from each participant and acknowledgement of safety each week to attend. Look forward to moving forward together! If you are interested in the Trauma or General PHP or IOP program we are happy to provide information. Please call 310 626-9337.

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we would like to acknowledge some of the great African American Pioneers who have contributed to healthcare while breaking stereotypes and barriers. Check out this article to learn more.

The Senior Mental Health Program at Del Amo Hospital addresses the specific needs of senior adults (55+) that require intensive behavioral health care as they navigate through major life transitions. Learn more on our website, https://bit.ly/3k8vGSv.

Yesterday was #RandomActsofKindnessDay. As a gesture of human kindness, the marketing department handed out candy bars to everyone to brighten their day!

We thanked our nurses who work hard day in and day out (including nights), with dinner on us! Thank you for all that you do and ensuring the safety of our patients.

Getting healthy tends to be one of the top new year's resolutions year and year again. By understanding the powerful relationship between the body and the mind you get on the path to overall health. If you're ready for help with your mental health, call us for a no-cost assessment! Help is available.

We are less than two weeks away from our webinar! Join us at no-cost and earn 1.5 CE hours, for A Neurosequential Understanding of Stress to Promote Wellbeing in Health-Care Workers. You can learn more and register by visiting http://bit.ly/2WByrRx.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are reminded to embrace the Civil Rights leader's spirit of service and community, and to give back where we can. Today and every day, we are proud to serve our community! Although community service may look different this year, there are still many ways to get involved this #MLKDay. https://cnn.it/3bPm11d

Our team has begun the first round of Covid-19 vaccinations. Our CEO, Steve Hytry and Director of Plant Operations, Sam Armenta, along with the rest of our staff are doing their part to help stop the spread of Covid-19. Vaccines will be available to the general population in the months ahead at area vaccination clinics still to be determined. #DelAmoHeroes

Santa brought cookies and hot coco for all to enjoy! House Supervisor, Valerie Souter, RN also got her photo taken with Santa. We love bringing holiday cheer to our patients and staff!

This is National #Handwashing Awareness Week. During the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping your hands clean is important to preventing the spread of the virus. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Learn more at bit.ly/CDCWashYourHands.

On National Pharmacy Appreciation Week! We are very thankful for our pharmacy team and all of their hard work in helping our patients feel better each and every day. #educatebeforeyoumedicate

Save the date, we are one week away! December 11 at 9:30 a.m. as we bring you, The Social Media Role in Adolescence: A Discussion About the Complexity of its Relationship. You can register for the online event at https://conta.cc/37wgc4S.

Congratulations to Emerina Cercado, LVN on her retirement after 23 years working at Del Amo! Thank you for your many years of hard work and dedication to our hospital and our patients.

"When I was in school, I was bullied. I felt bad for myself. I decided however, that I needed to love who I am and realize and appreciate my many blessings. Having experienced bullying, I can say with certainty that bullying is wrong. No one deserves to be bullied. Words can hurt and bullying can leave a lasting impact," says Herschel Walker, former NFL player, The Heisman Trophy winner and mental health advocate. "Let’s work together to make sure our children know that they are not to blame. They deserve to be treated with respect, they deserve to feel safe. And, as adults, we will work to make any bullying stop." Learn more how parents and adults can help prevent bullying at bit.ly//ParentsandBullying.

Each October we recognize National Bullying Prevention Month. This year's theme is to Choose Kindness, Acceptance and Inclusion, so we ask, how can you honor this national call? Find ways you can recognize and support bullying prevention in your life and community from PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center (NBPC): http://bit.ly/BullyingPrevention2020.

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 888-560-0148. 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 https://bit.ly/2VxwBRQ. Our compassionate professionals are ready to help you today.

We would like to take some time to bring you up to speed on our Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This specialized program provides comprehensive evaluation and intensive treatment for adolescents between the ages of 13 and 17 years old. Our treatment services are individually tailored to provide a coordinated, intensive and comprehensive treatment plan for our patients. You can find out more about our program to see if your child can benefit at https://bit.ly/317VWEb.

Sesame Street in Communities encourages parents to teach their children when and how to ask for help. Your child should not be afraid to ask an adult if they are being bullied. Together we can #StopBullying! #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth See how you can get more involved and be part of the solution StopBullying.Gov.

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 800-533-5266. Learn more about how you can recognize World Mental Health Day from the World Health Organization (WHO): https://bit.ly/WMHDInfo2020.

Today is #NationalDepressionScreeningDay. If you or someone you know is dealing with depression, don't wait any longer, seek help. Call us for a no-cost assessment at 800-533-5266.

Start your path to recovery through our NTC Intensive Outpatient Program. This is a specialized program running every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program provides treatment for adults with trauma-related disorders and military trauma. The Telehealth visit offers individual therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and can help reduce self-harming behaviors. For more information, please call 310-784-2219 for a no-cost consultation.

Healing is a journey! If you or someone you know is struggling, consider joining our Partial Hospitalization (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). Our PHP program runs five days a week from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Our IOP program is three days a week from 9 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Group topics include: setting limits, thought disorders, goal setting, coping strategies and anxiety and stress reduction. Both in-person and Telehealth options are available. You can learn more about these programs on our website, https://delamohospital.com/.

October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. We want to raise awareness that domestic violence is not okay in any capacity. If you need help, know that you are not alone. Call 1-800-799-SAFE(7233) or visit https://www.thehotline.org/.

Talking with children and teens about suicide may be scary, but there is hope and help available for anyone, of any age, who may be struggling. Learn about different treatments available and find further resources at http://bit.ly/SuicidePreventionYouth. You can always call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' to be connected with a trained crisis worker who can direct you to resources in your local area.

Not only on #EnvironmentalServicesWeek, but every day, we thank our EVS team for their devotion and honor their outstanding teamwork. Their knowledge and skill not only keep our facility running smoothly, but they also help support positive patient outcomes. We truly appreciate all that you do!

Let’s hear it for our Del Sol and ITU Units! Pictured left to right is Jessica, Social Worker on Del Sol, Carrie, Lead Social Worker on ITU, Willis, Per Diem Social Worker, Natalie, Lead Social Worker on Del Sol and Jessica, Social Work Intern on ITU. Together, these units help our patients to heal thanks to their hard work and dedication!