First Hospital
As Northeastern Pennsylvania’s only private psychiatric hospital, First Hospital provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for children, adolescents and adults, is accredited by The Joint Commission and is recognized as a top performer having core measures scores in the top 15 percent of accredited hospitals in the country.
We are at the center of an integrated mental health delivery system. Our 193-bed facility provides an environment conducive to recovery and healing. Personal attention is integral to our treatment philosophy which combines a team of experienced professionals with compassionate and respectful care.
We feature seven discreet units: a children’s program, an adolescent program and five adult programs. A unique advantage to our children’s and adolescent programs is a fully licensed school.
Assessment and Referral Information
Assessment and referral services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Referrals are confidential and can be made by calling our Admissions Department at (800) 624-9902 or (570) 552-3900.
Accreditation and Licensure
Inpatient psychiatric services are licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the Pennsylvania Office of Mental Health and the Pennsylvania Office of Drug and Alcohol Programs. First Hospital is certified by The Joint Commission.