1. You need assessment and treatment for an emotional or mental disorder.
2. You are able to live safely outside of the hospital and not be a danger to yourself or others.
3. You have a place to live.
4. If you need help with your daily life, (grooming, shopping, etc…), friends or family must be able to provide this help after the program hours.
5. You, or family/friends, must arrange a reliable transportation to and from the program.

On the day of admission, you are asked to be at the Day Hospital at 8:30a.m. and no later than 10:00a.m. Your doctor, nurse, occupational therapist, and social worker will interview you. They will discuss your concerns with you and your family, and they will help you plan your treatment goals. After these initial interviews, based on your evaluation, you will be assigned to the morning or afternoon session. The first day will be your longest day, because you will be here until 3:30p.m.

Each patient has the responsibility to make sure that he/she is able to pay for services provided. The daily rate includes most of the activities and services offered during the day. There is an additional daily doctor's fee and separate occupational therapy treatment fee. There are seperate charges for any special tests and for medications you receive during the day. Most insurance provide coverage for these fees. However, because of the variety of insurance policies we ask that the patient contact the insurance company for specific details. If you are unable to afford fees, we can provide a financial allowance according to the Johns Hopkins Hospital practices. To arrange deferred payment for bills, Please contact the Professional Fees Billing Office at 410-955-5114.