For Patients, Their Families and Friends

Overview

Rochester Psychiatric Center (RPC) has been a provider of mental health services to the greater Rochester community for over 125 years. We deliver specialized inpatient care as well as a full range of supportive outpatient services. RPC is fully accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC). We provide care to all individuals regardless of their ability to pay.

Services:

• Rochester Psychiatric Center – Adult Services Unit
• Rochester Psychiatric Center – Regional Forensic Unit
• Rochester Psychiatric Center – Community Services
• Rochester Psychiatric Center – Children's Services

Ways to Get Involved

Friends of the Rochester Psychiatric Center (RPC):

The Friends of RPC are a group of caring and concerned family members and local citizens. Their active participation and generous financial support has touched the lives of thousands of patients.

What they do:

• operate the non-profit hospital gift shop
• award annual staff nursing scholarships
• sponsor summer picnics, special outings, holiday and birthday gifts for every patient
• sponsor special programs and activities

New members are always welcome.

Volunteer Opportunities:

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at RPC. At this time, the New York State Office of Mental Health permits volunteers 16 years and up to serve in most programs. Minors must have parental consent. All volunteers will receive a brief orientation before beginning their volunteer experience.

To learn more about the Friends of RPC or volunteer opportunities, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at (585) 241-1200.

Additional Information

• Single Point of Access (SPOA)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Rochester
• National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH)

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Comments or questions about the information on this page can be directed to the Rochester Psychiatric Center Administration.