Mental health care in Rochester, New Hampshire
We know how hard mental health struggles can be, and we're here to support you.
At Frisbie Memorial Hospital, we provide a safe and therapeutic setting for outpatient behavioral health care, as well as inpatient care for seniors. Our goal is to help you develop coping skills to improve daily life.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Mental health issues we treat
We treat people of all ages, including seniors, with a wide range of mental health concerns, such as:
- Alzheimer's disease
- Anxiety
- Behavioral conditions
- Bipolar disorder
- Borderline personality disorder
- Daily life coping issues
- Dementia
- Depression
- Emotional difficulties
- Instability concerns
- Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Our mental health and wellness programs
Recognizing that your mental health journey is unique, we create a personalized care plan for you by incorporating our extensive service offerings.
Partial hospitalization programs
Our adult PHP is our outpatient behavioral health service. This program is offered at a main hospital campus as well as our satellite location in Gilford. Both programs provide short-term, intensive daytime support in a structured setting, while allowing individuals to return home at the end of each day.
Program eligibility
To join our PHP, you must:
- Be an adult in need of short-term behavioral health stabilization
- Commit to attending two to three consecutive weeks of weekday programming
- Have reliable, daily transportation to and from the program
What to expect in PHP
After an initial psychiatric assessment during the first or second day, you will receive weekly psychiatric follow-ups for medication management. Every day you will have five structured group therapy sessions, each focusing on a different therapeutic approach, including:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Support groups
- Coping skills education
- Activity-based therapies
You also have access to daily support from a registered nurse. As you prepare to leave, you will get individual support and discharge planning with a licensed social worker.
Both PHPs operate Monday through Friday from 8:30am. to 2:00pm. Lunch break from 11:30am. to 12:30pm. Snacks, coffee and beverages are provided and you may bring lunch or go off-site to eat. We also offer cafeteria discounts at our main hospital location.
No referral is required to access either PHP. You can call either location directly to schedule an intake appointment or use our online scheduling tool to request an evaluation. Our Frisbie Campus in Rochester can be reached at (603) 602-5872, and our Gilford Campus can be reached at (603) 832-7190.
Inpatient senior mental health care
Older adults experience specific mental health concerns. Our board-certified geriatric psychiatrists provide comprehensive inpatient care using evidence-based therapeutic approaches. We provide support for a range of senior-specific conditions, including grief, Alzheimer's disease and dementia, in addition to depression and anxiety. This program is designed for adults ages 65 years old and older.
We start with an evaluation, which involves meeting with our psychiatrists and nurse practitioners to discuss symptoms, review your medical and psychosocial history and perform basic cognitive testing. The information gathered during the evaluation helps us in establishing a diagnosis and creating a personalized care plan. We may prescribe a variety of interventions and treatments.
We offer a broad range of geriatric mental health care services, including:
- Behavioral therapy
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
- Prescription medication management
- Psychotherapy
We allow visitors to our inpatient program at the discretion of your loved one's doctors. Please report to the nursing station when you arrive.
We accept all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. If you are uninsured, please reach out to discuss flexible payment options. Our team is here to help you access the care you need.
Our care team
Our multidisciplinary medical team is dedicated to addressing you or your loved one's mental, physical and social needs. Specialists that may provide treatment include:
- Board-certified geriatric psychiatrists
- Licensed social workers
- Nurse practitioners
- Physical and occupational therapists
- Registered nurses
- Therapists
Patient resources
Please see the below sites for additional mental health resources: