Should I Take My Loved One to a Baker Act Facility for Mental Health Treatment?

If you or your loved one needs treatment for depression or anxiety, do you know where to turn?

Our country is in the midst of an unprecedented mental health crisis. People are struggling with depression and anxiety in record numbers, and they don’t always know where to find help.

Families often assume that one treatment facility is just as good as another, but that’s not always the case.

If your loved one voluntarily seeks mental health treatment from a Baker Act facility, they could potentially be held against their will for days, weeks, or even months.

It seems impossible, but it happens all the time. Your loved one can sign themselves into a Baker Act facility, but they might not be able to sign themselves out.

Once you’re admitted to a Baker Act facility - even on a voluntary basis - you’re no longer calling the shots. The facility decides when you’ll be released, and if they determine you meet Baker Act criteria, you could be held for a long period of time without your consent.

Baker Act facilities are NOT treatment facilities. They are designed to stabilize an individual in an emergency. If someone you love needs treatment for anxiety or depression, a Baker Act facility is not the answer.

Choosing the right treatment path for your loved one can be challenging.
We can help you understand your options and explain your legal rights.

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Getting the right treatment for mental health is vitally important. If you have questions or need advice, please call right away.

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