Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles: News

Mar 21st, 2019

By Stuart Archer, CEO, Oceans Healthcare   President Donald Trump’s recent creation of a task force to address veteran suicide puts a national spotlight on a staggering problem: how and if our active duty military and veteran populations receive the mental health treatment they need. According to a national report released by the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs, the suicide rate for Veterans... Read More

Dec 20th, 2018

LAKE CHARLES, La. (Dec. 20, 2018) – Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles, a behavioral health provider focused on healing and long-term recovery, today announced the addition of inpatient child and adolescent treatment options to its mental health services. The hospital’s dedicated campus at 302 McNeese Street will serve children ages 5 to 11 and adolescents ages 12 to 17. “Access to... Read More

Dec 6th, 2018

STARSM program offers specialized mental health treatment for active duty military, veterans and families PLANO, Texas (Dec. 6, 2018) – The rate at which military members experience major depression is five times higher than that of their civilian counterparts. Military members experience higher rates of several mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress and substance use disorders. Despite the statistics, seeking behavioral health treatment... Read More

Mar 21st, 2018

LAKE CHARLES, La. (March 21, 2018) – Individuals struggling with drug or alcohol addiction are almost twice as likely to suffer from mental disorders. Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles, a behavioral health provider focused on healing and long-term recovery, today announced the addition of inpatient and intensive outpatient programs for adults 18 and older suffering from addiction and co-occurring mental... Read More

Jul 6th, 2017

LAKE CHARLES, La. – (July 6, 2017) – Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lake Charles today opened a specialized inpatient campus located at 302 McNeese Street solely dedicated to the unique needs of older adults and seniors suffering from mental illness. Oceans’ recently-renovated main location was opened last year at 4250 5th Avenue and has now increased access for younger adults... Read More

May 18th, 2017

PLANO, Texas (May 18, 2017) – For the second year in a row, Oceans Healthcare has been named one of the 50 fastest-growing middle market companies in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal. Known as the Middle Market 50, this annual list includes public and private companies with annual revenues between $25 million and $750 million and is ranked... Read More

Mar 1st, 2017

PLANO, Texas (March 1, 2017) – Oceans Healthcare, a nationally recognized behavioral health provider focused on the healing and long-term recovery of older adults and seniors, today announced the addition of Kacey Campbell and Rachel King to their administrative team. Kacey Campbell has joined Oceans Behavioral Hospital Alexandria as hospital administrator. Campbell has more than 15 years of bedside experience as a... Read More

Feb 28th, 2017

Behavioral Health Provider Strengthens Position with Nationally Recognized Thought Leaders PLANO, Texas (Feb. 28, 2017) – Oceans Healthcare, a nationally recognized behavioral health provider focused on the healing and long-term recovery of older adults and seniors, today announced the addition of three leading industry experts to its Board of Directors. Rob Allen, CPA, recently served as Oceans Healthcare’s interim chief financial officer... Read More

Dec 12th, 2016

A Statement from Stuart Archer, CEO of behavioral health provider Oceans Healthcare and Board Member,National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems “With the U.S. Senate’s vote last week to pass the 21st Century Cures Act, an incredibly important piece of legislation is becoming law. The Cures Act – with provisions that impact aspects of health care from the FDA approval process of... Read More

Oct 31st, 2016

Recent studies show outpatient mental healthcare is associated with more positive social functioning, and 70-90 percent of patients who get help report reduced symptoms. Since early 2015, Oceans has multiplied access to innovative outpatient services, meaning more and more adults are managing their behavioral health needs with greater independence. We pledge to continue working hard to expand access for our patients. Together,... Read More

Oct 12th, 2016

Depression is the top cause of disability among adults in high-income countries, increasing the risk of death and decreasing the quality of life for patients and their family members. At Oceans Behavioral Hospital, we are working to address the growing issue of depression in our communities. For our patients, typically older adults and seniors, depression is a common diagnosis. Below you will find the Oceans... Read More

Aug 2nd, 2016

One of the complexities related to diagnosing patients presenting symptoms of cognitive decline is that the behavioral markers can mimic many mental disorders, and most commonly impacts the elderly. Commons symptoms that can make diagnosis more challenging include signs of memory impairment, persistent disorientation and rapid shifts in mood. While many disorders can contribute to some or all of these observable... Read More

Jun 7th, 2016

PLANO, Texas (June 7, 2016) – Citing revenue growth from 2013-2015, Oceans Healthcare has been named one of the 50 fastest-growing middle market companies in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal. Known as the Middle Market 50, this annual list includes public and private companies with annual revenues between $25 million and $750 million and is ranked on a weighted... Read More

May 5th, 2016

Mental Illness touches everyone. One in five adults experience mental illness every year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. May is Mental Health Month, an effort to support those experiencing mental illness, educate the public, advocate for equal care and fight for this year’s theme, Life with a Mental Illness. Each year, millions of Americans live with a mental... Read More

Mar 30th, 2016

PLANO, Texas (March 30, 2016) – The National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems today announced Stuart Archer, CEO of Oceans Healthcare, a behavioral health provider focused primarily on older adults and seniors, has been appointed to the organization’s Board of Trustees. Archer has led Oceans Healthcare since 2014. A skilled executive with extensive expertise in multi-state and multi-site hospital operations, he... Read More

Mar 8th, 2016

Hospital to expand services for young adults in larger, state-of-the-art facility LAKE CHARLES, La. – (March 8, 2016) – Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles announced it will expand its services to reach young adults 18 and older and will soon move into a newly renovated, larger facility. The new hospital will continue treating adults and seniors 55 and older, as well... Read More

Dec 18th, 2015

St. Louis (December 17, 2015) - Amerinet Inc., a leading national healthcare solutions organization, today announced a new multi-year primary agreement with Oceans Healthcare for supply chain and healthcare clinical and operational services. Oceans is a nationally recognized behavioral health provider focused on older adults and seniors.“As a growing multi-state, multi-site provider we sought a partner that could support our mission of providing... Read More

Dec 10th, 2015

Holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, but can trigger depression for many. Oceans Behavioral Healthcare, a behavioral health provider focused on the healing and long-term recovery of older adults and seniors, recognizes holiday depression is a serious problem that affects many Americans every year.  The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy but if you’re already... Read More

Oct 5th, 2015

Approximately 15 Percent of adults age 60 and over suffer from a mental disorder  Oceans Healthcare, a behavioral health provider focused on the healing and long-term recovery of older adults and seniors, recognizes Metal Illness Awareness Week Oct. 4 - 10. This week focuses on supporting those experiencing mental illness, educating the public, advocating for equal care and fighting for this... Read More

Sep 29th, 2015

National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems Advocates for Prevention, Treatment and Care  Oceans Healthcare, a behavioral health provider focused on the healing and long-term recovery of older adults and seniors, today announced it has joined the National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems. The national advocacy group represents provider systems that are committed to delivery of responsive, accountable and clinically effective prevention,... Read More