Mental Health Transport Services

We have also expanded our offerings to include mental health transport services. We understand what it takes to help people to transfer to or between low-, medium-, and high-security mental health facilities.

When a person poses significant risk to themselves or others, it is important that they are accompanied by a trained mental health professional. A clinically knowledgeable mental health companion is able to defuse anxiety-inducing situations, provide reassurance, and protect your loved one from any harm along the way.

Many people may believe that their loved one only needs an Uber, Lyft, or taxi service to safely arrive at their destination. Others may consider police transport or an ambulance. Unfortunately, these options can often present certain risks to people dealing with addiction or mental illness.

First, typical civilian transports (ridesharing apps or taxis) are unequipped to handle those with special considerations. If your loved one is dealing with withdrawal symptoms or severe mental health concerns, for example, these drivers lack the specified training to properly assist your loved one. Additionally, they are only required, at most, to drop people off at the door – there is no guarantee that your loved one will actually enter the facility and enroll in treatment. Because no special training is required of drivers, this choice may not result in the desired outcome.

Next, police transports and ambulance rides have their own set of drawbacks. For example, the mere sight of a police uniform can be upsetting to some, while others may decide to renege on treatment entirely. Additionally, while EMTs may be experts in medical care, most are not trained to deal with high-risk mental health patients. Finally, the costs of contracting these services can be significant.

In our years of experience, we have found that mental health professionals are the people best equipped to help your loved one to arrive successfully at treatment. Our safe transport personnel undergo rigorous, continuous trainings, which allows them to assist in transporting people with a wide range of diagnoses. Additionally, our team members care about your family – they will go the extra mile to ensure that your loved one’s trip is safe and pleasant. When you partner with us, you can be certain that your loved one is in good hands.

Our transport services go beyond just a ride to and from treatment. Trained companions provide accountability and security for you and your loved one. Whitman Recovery Service will handle all the travel logistics, meaning that your family can focus on what is most important. Supervised transportation has many benefits, including:

• Reduced risk of relapse and self-harm
• 24/7 security for your loved one
• Specialized services tailored to their needs
• Support during stressful circumstances
• Assistance at all hours – not just during the day
• Secure local and long-distance transport
• Trained professionals who know how to help your loved one
• Time, attention, and care