Need Help

[BrightApril]

Well I'm struggling with my depression again. Thinking about inpatient treatment but few accept Medicare. My psychiatrist recommended 2 places but they don't accept medicare. Just got off the phone with Crisis Line. Sister-in-law to call me back in an hour. I did not want to pursue meds again but reconsidering. I don't know what to do. Going to pack me a bag in case I decide to call 911 to take me to hospital though that's the last thing i want to do because there usually isn't a lot of help there. Not sleeping. Feel sick. Anybody here ever did a voluntary admission? What was your experience? What should I prepare myself for if I call 911, etc., etc. I fear losing my rights but I also fear I can't do this by myself.

[litethatnevergoesout]

I’m so sorry you’re struggling with depression again. Packing a bag is so brilliant. these questions you ask are very good and ones I’d like to know some answers for as well, I just about pushed that button recently. good job calling the crisis line and getting someone to support you, in case you do make that call. aww bright April my heart is going out to you right now.

[gajh]

I don't know how to advise you as to calling 911. I just wanted to reach out to you. It sounds like you are doing everything right to take care of yourself. Calling your psychiatrist, calling your sister-in-law, calling the crisis line, posting here. I just wanted to offer you my encouragement and support. You are definitely not alone. Stay in touch here until you decide on 911 or call the crisis line back. It is ok to pursue meds if that is what you need to get through this difficult time. Keep taking care of yourself.

[bethelbee]

I have been hospitalized a few times(all voluntary) and for the most part they were good experiences. I did not call 911. A few times I called the facility itself to see if they had an available bed and one time I used my county's crisis line to help me. Mobile crisis came out to do an assessment and called the hospital for me but I drove myself there. The experiences were mostly helpful, being in a safe environment, group therapy, being amongst others who were going through the same thing and understood. If you want anymore insight into the experience or have more questions, feel free to message me. If in crisis and your county doesn't have a hotline call 988, which is the national crisis line and they will connect you to someone who can help. They will be more equipped to help you than 911.

[BrightApril in reply to bethelbee]

Thank you. I would like to follow up. Tech inept, I must ask how do I message you?

[Hidden]

Hello my dear

So very sorry for your pain. I was at the end of solutions last year. My anxiety and depression had severely spiked. I knew why but was stuck. Checked myself in to a local Dallas hospital. Now no flowered wallpaper mind you, but they checked head to toe. Many things were changed including my blood pressure med amount. That was a year ago,

After 27 years my symptoms are now a very manageable 3 out of 10, instead of 9.Turnd out I was under medicated and outside docs where to darn passive.

They did accept my Medicare and f supplemental but still inconcutred a $2k bill. Hospital will usually work with you. I helped many an employee work out payment plans with hospitals. . I’m paying $31.a month. No interest

You sound as desperate as I was, so I say try whatever it takes. Will you get the same amazing results as me. Obviously, in our world, there are no guarantees.

Without their help. This typing would not be happening

Please let me know if you’d like to know more

Craig

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

I second bethelbee’s helpful comments

[bethelbee in reply to Hidden]

Thank you!