Inpatient units for adults

For the assessment & treatment of mental health & addiction needs.

Refer to our service  24 HOUR CRISIS SUPPORT

Our adult inpatient units provide care and support to adults aged 18-64 who live locally and require an inpatient stay for the assessment and treatment of mental health and addiction needs.

What to expect during your stay
Learn more
From visting hours and meal times, to personal belongings and what not to bring.  Read more about what to expect during a stay in our IPU.
Aboriginal staff members Lauren and Alicia
Our treatment team and your care
Learn more
Our treatment team includes many caring people who are here to work with you and support you during your stay.
Information for families, carers and support people
Learn more
Information for families and friends on what you and your loved one can expect during a visit to our inpatient unit.
Patient exercising at Caulfield
Taking leave and going home
Learn more
Before you leave our care, we will liaise with you about the process and plans for ongoing support
Support for families and carers
Patient Rights
Psychologists Pat and Luke
Resources and useful links
Get involved; how you can help
News & articles
from Alfred Health
Read latest news
Is your depression linked with your cycle? Understanding Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
20 June 2024
Read more
New trials tackle the Borderline Personality Disorder riddle
14 May 2024
Read more
Introducing Wren: the Women’s Recovery Network
1 December 2023
Read more