Outpatient behavioral health services

Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) at Frisbie Memorial Hospital

Frisbie Memorial Hospital offers two adult Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) as part of our outpatient behavioral health services. One is located on our main hospital campus in Rochester, New Hampshire, and the other is in Gilford, New Hampshire. Both programs provide short-term, intensive behavioral health support in a structured setting, while allowing individuals to return home at the end of each day.

No referral needed – schedule directly

No referral is required to access either PHP. Individuals can call either location directly to schedule an intake appointment, or use our online scheduling tool to request an evaluation at a time that works for them.

Calls are returned within 24 business hours. Self-referrals are welcome.

What to expect

Both PHPs operate Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 2:00pm. The daily schedule includes:

  • Five structured group therapy sessions per day focused on:
    • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
    • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
    • Support groups
    • Coping skills education
    • Activity-based therapies
  • Lunch break from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
    • Snacks, coffee and beverages are provided
    • Participants may bring lunch or go off-site (both sites); cafeteria discounts are available at the Rochester location
  • Initial psychiatric assessment during the first or second day
  • Weekly psychiatric follow-ups for medication management
  • Daily support from a registered nurse
  • Brief individual support and discharge planning with a licensed social worker

Please note that medications are not administered on-site, but participants will receive support with medication planning and monitoring.

Program commitment

To join our PHP, individuals must:

  • Be an adult in need of short-term behavioral health stabilization
  • Commit to attending two to three consecutive weeks of weekday programming
  • Have reliable transportation to and from the program

Our PHPs are designed to support individuals experiencing conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder.

Locations

Frisbie Memorial Hospital – Rochester
11 Whitehall Road, Rochester, NH 03867
Located on the second floor (2 East). Enter through the main entrance, take the elevator to the second floor, and follow signage to 2 East, near the medical records department.

Frisbie PHP – Gilford
14 Maple Street, Suite 100, Gilford, NH 03249
Located in the same building as Frisbie Orthopedics. Use the rear entrance, where dedicated parking and clear signage lead directly to the program.

Insurance and payment

We accept all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. If you are uninsured, please reach out to discuss flexible payment options. Our team is here to help you access the care you need.