Psychiatric Rehabilitation: In-House Work Programs/Token Economy

Many psychiatric care facilities in Illinois offer therapeutic in-house work programs. These are designed to provide individuals an opportunity to receive vocational rehabilitation for eventual employment in the community. These program provide therapeutic work activity, for those individuals working on treatment goals where the work experience would enhance their treatment outcome.

Token Economy programs are designed to encourage individuals to engage in activities that prove to be beneficial to that person’s overall treatment plan. Individuals are assessed to determine which areas may need additional encouragement. Token Economy Programs provide positive reinforcement for individuals trying to enhance their lives and are incorporated directly into our resident’s treatment plans.

The following nursing homes in Illinois provide psychiatric care and In-House-Programs/Token Economy Programs: