Recovery Brands, LLC
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<p><strong>ABOUT POMEGRANATE HEALTH SYSTEMS</strong></p> <p>Located in Columbus, Ohio, Pomegranate Health Systems is an acute hospital and psychiatric center that exclusively treats <strong><a href="https://www.recovery.org/pro/articles/is-my-child-just-experimenting/" target="_blank">adolescents</a> (ages 12 to 17)</strong> experiencing behavioral health issues, substance dependency, and <a href="http://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</a>. The facility provides <strong>an <a href="https://www.recovery.org/forums/categories/iop-outpatient-alcohol-treatment" target="_blank">intensive outpatient program (IOP)</a>, shelter care, acute psychiatric hospitalization, and residential treatment</strong>, as well as other specialized services, such psychiatric assessments.</p> <p>Pomegranate Health Systems of Central Ohio joined <a href="http://www.sequelyouthservices.com/" target="_blank">Sequel Youth and Family Services, Inc.</a>, in 2016. Sequel is a privately-owned provider of child and adolescent care with 42 facilities across the United States. </p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>The treatment process begins with a comprehensive psychiatric and physical health assessment. Treatment involves a series of <strong>evidence-based therapies rooted in trauma-informed care</strong>. In Ohio, the facility is among the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/OH17.pdf" target="_blank">28.9 percent of facilities</a> to provide specialized programming for adolescents.</p> <p>Therapy is provided in <strong>individual, family, and group settings</strong>. A range of alternative therapy formats are also available. <strong><a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-for-addiction-treatment/" target="_blank">Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)</a></strong> comprises a large part of the therapy structure. Clients may also participate in <strong>art therapy, pet therapy, and martial arts</strong> among other activities to support physical and mental growth.</p> <p>In the residential program, clients are monitored 24/7 by trained medical staff to address medical concerns. Clients participate in treatment on a daily basis to promote stabilization through <strong>counseling, therapeutic activities, and medication management</strong>. After completing the residential program, clients may participate in <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">aftercare</a> and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/recovery-homes/" target="_blank">sober living</a> programs. Clients may also be encouraged to utilize the facility's IOP as an aftercare protocol.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>Pomegranate’s treatment team includes child and adolescent psychiatrists, certified nurse practitioners, licensed social workers, therapists, psychiatric nurses, substance abuse counselors, case managers, teachers, and psychologists. Pomegranate is one of 270 (66 percent) <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/OH17.pdf" target="_blank">treatment facilities in Ohio</a> to be certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and one of 101 (24.7 percent) in the state to be certified by the Joint Commission.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>According to Pomegranate's website, the facility spans <strong>54,000 square feet</strong> and includes <strong>70 beds across five residential wings</strong>. Residents eat chef-prepared meals in a cafeteria setting. The facility features a shared gymnasium as well as outdoor recreational areas and a fully-stocked library. Each wing offers its own game room.</p> <p>Residents participate in community events and activities. <strong>Academic programs</strong> are integrated into treatment through a collaboration with Lumin Academy. The facility also has a <strong>20-bed acute hospital</strong> and fully-furnished visiting spaces for family members. </p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>At the time of this writing, Rehabs.com has not received any reviews from alumni. However, on Google, <strong>reviews were mostly negative</strong>, with an average rating of <strong>2.4 stars out of five stars</strong> from 46 reviews to date.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small></p> <p>Many alumni reported that staff didn’t listen to them and <strong>failed to provide adequate treatment</strong>. Alumn Brooklyn wrote in a representative review: “My problem with the facility was the lack of professionalism when it came to certain employees.” Alumni also reported lack of one-on-one time with their counselors, as well as the disappointing quality of meals and nutrition.</p> <p><strong>WHAT FRIENDS & FAMILY SAY</strong></p> <p>The single loved one surveyed by Rehabs.com to date gave positive feedback overall. The loved one gave five-star ratings for the facility’s cleanliness, affordability, and the staff’s level of training and experience. “Many treatment options,” the anonymous loved wrote. “My family member was greatly helped by this facility.”</p> <p>However, the loved one did give more neutral ratings to two categories: visitor policies and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/forums/discussion/7265/what-is-holistic-treatment-and-how-can-it-help" target="_blank">holistic offerings</a>.</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>Rehabs.com has not yet received feedback from staff members. However, 19 staff members on Indeed gave the facility an average rating of 3.1 out of five stars. Many employees supporting the claims made by reviewers on Google.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small></p> <p>“Most of the staff were bullies to the youth,” one former youth leader wrote in a representative review. “Some of the parents were not notified when their children was being switch off one medication to the next. The screening process was a joke.” However, some staff members commended upper management and clinical staff for their level of client care.</p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>Pomegranate <strong>accepts Medicaid and private health insurance</strong>, including Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Managed care plans and employer insurance plans are also accepted.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=pomegranate+health+systems+columbus+ohio&oq=pomegranate+health+systems+columbus+ohio&aqs=chrome..69i57.10807j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#lrd=0x883862f28b3ee5b3:0x1d599a7d0c502e1f,1,,," target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Pomegranate-Health-Systems/reviews" target="_blank">https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Pomegranate-Health-Systems/reviews</a></small></p>
— Kevin Schwartzbach · 2018-12-05 21:53:08 PST
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