The Laureate Senior Behavioral Health Unit offers specialized care for older adults who are facing severe emotional distress, significant psychological challenges or complications from dementia impacting their day-to-day functioning. Our program is designed to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to help our patients to improve their quality of life and well-being.
Our Programs
We offer two separate programs on our unit:
- One program focuses on the stabilization of mental health crises and assists the patient on the journey to recovery.
- Our second program focuses on helping patients with Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive disorders control emotional and behavioral symptoms primarily through medication management.
Our Locations
Laureate Tulsa
- Phone: 918-481-4044
- Fax: 918-481-4059 and 918-491-3994
Laureate Muskogee
- Phone: 918-902-1269
- Fax: 918-684-3373
Laureate Vinita
- Phone: 918-256-9201
- Fax: 918-256-9205
Laureate Email: [email protected]
Our Approach
At the Laureate Senior Behavioral Health Unit, we understand the unique needs of older adults facing mental health issues. Our team (including a psychiatrist, therapist/case manager, pharmacist, recreational therapist and a registered nurse) collaborates to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals.
To schedule an assessment or make a referral, call the Laureate clinical assessment department at 918-481-4000.
Our Requirements
Below are the expectations and documentation requirements for external entities referring patients to Laureate:
- Face Sheet/Demographic Sheet
- Brief overview of the patient's medical history.
- If from a nursing home or hospital, attach the physician's progress note or relevant clinical summary.
- Behavioral/Progress Notes (Last 72 Hours)
- Clear clinical picture of current and recent behaviors (e.g., suicidal ideation, hallucinations, violent behaviors, etc.).
- Description of interventions already tried and the patient's response.
- Updated Medication List
- Include the most recent medications with dates/times of last administration.
- For injectables, specify the last administration date.
- If transferring from another hospital, provide both home and current hospital medication lists.
- Long-Term Interventions (if applicable)
- Document any ongoing needs (e.g., oxygen, Foley catheters, etc.).
- Legal Documentation
- Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) or Guardianship paperwork (if applicable)
- Advance Directives (if applicable)
- Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders (if applicable)
- Recent Lab Results (Last 2 Weeks)
- Include any labs that may impact immediate treatment or the admission decision.
- 3rd Party Statement/LMHP Form (if applicable)
- If no POA/Guardian is available and the patient cannot consent, attach a completed 3rd party statement or LMHP form.
To download or print the documentation checklist, please click the link below.
Transfer Process & Expectations
Submit Documentation via Fax or Email
- Fax or email all required documents to the Behavioral Health Transfer Center.
- An ADT-36 form (if used) is created to place the patient in the transfer queue.
- All records are uploaded for clinical review.
Referral Assignment & Review
- The referral is directed to the appropriate BHU or Laureate team for evaluation.
- If that facility cannot accommodate the patient, the referral is forwarded to the next closest location.
Additional Notes
Age Criteria
- Muskogee and Vinita Behavioral Health Units generally serve geriatric patients (55 and older), if clinically appropriate.
- Laureate accepts adult and geriatric referrals.
Complete & Accurate Documentation
- Providing thorough, up-to-date documents helps expedite the referral process and prevent delays.
Contact Us
Behavioral Health Transfer Center
- Phone: 918-481-4044
- Fax: 918-481-4059 or 918-491-3994
- Email: [email protected]
Please call or email with any questions or to confirm receipt of materials.