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There are a lot of mattress companies in South Carolina that claim to have the perfect mattress for everyone. At Sleep King, we believe that every person is different and has different needs when it comes to their mattress. That's why our mattress store in Baton Rouge, LA, has a wide variety of beds and brands to choose from. That way, you can find the right mattress for your body and get the very best sleep quality possible.
As a family-owned and operated mattress store with more than 40 years of experience in the sleep industry, we know a thing or two about comfortable mattresses. Baton Rouge residents choose Sleep King because we provide our customers with a personalized shopping experience. When you walk through our showroom doors, we want you to feel comfortable - both on our mattresses and with our store associates. At Sleep King, you won't ever have to worry about pushy salespeople and limited selection. Instead, you will discover that we encourage you to take your time as you search for your next bed. Sleep is incredibly important, and by proxy, finding the right mattress for your body type is too.
When you visit our showroom in Baton Rouge, know that we are a full-service store with mattress experts ready to help. From questions about mattresses and their warranties to financing and mattress delivery, there's no question we haven't heard before.
We carry some of the most popular brands in America, and unlike other mattress stores in Baton Rouge, offer them at the lowest prices around, guaranteed. There's a reason why we were voted your #1 mattress store in the Lowcountry - because we truly care about our customers and their quality of sleep!
Looking for discounts? Need to buy your mattress on a strict budget? We've got you covered at our new mattress clearance center in Baton Rouge, where we have more than 50 models on display at 50-80% off retail value. Don't forget to ask us about our flexible financing options, where no credit is needed to make a purchase. Paying cash? We'll knock 5% off your bill!
As if that weren't enough reason to visit, remember that we provide free delivery, setup, and removal of your old mattress for FREE when you make a purchase at Sleep king.
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Our business model is simple - give customers quality beds from national brands at amazing prices, coupled with unmatched customer service. We know that your sleep is essential but also understand that normal folks aren't made of money. You need a solution that isn't going to break the bank, which is why we offer up to 75% off our products.
When we say we have a bed for every budget, we're serious.
A few of our mix and match deals include:
| Sets | Prize |
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| Twin Mattress Sets Beginning | at $169.00 |
| Full Mattress Sets Beginning | at $199.00 |
| Queen Mattress Sets Beginning | at $229.00 |
| King Mattress Sets Beginning | at $449.00 |
Of course, a mattress would be incomplete without a headboard, footboard, and rails. For queen mattresses, those items combined are only $199. At our mattress store, we pledge to beat any competitor's price on similar product specs - guaranteed! Here are just a few of the benefits of shopping at Mattress King
- *FREE* Bed Frame for Your New Bed*
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- We Have the Best Selection of Mattresses in Baton Rouge with Five National Vendors
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Our Selection of
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Brands
At Sleep King, we carry the largest selection of high-quality national brand mattresses in Baton Rouge.
Sleep King MLILY Mattresses
Often considered the best mattress brand in the world, innovation sets MLILY mattresses apart from others. Our customers love MLILY mattresses because they are expertly built through decades of research and rigorous testing. The folks at MLILY are committed to precision, meaning every detail of product detail they push is geared towards the ultimate satisfaction and comfort.
Sleep Restonic Mattresses
Restonic Mattresses: Restonic line of mattresses are multi-layered beds with cooling foam technology that adds resilience, support, and temperature control. The result is a cool, comfy sleep that leaves you refreshed and ready to attack the day.
Sleep King Comfort Sleep Mattresses
Every mattress in the Comfort Sleep lineup has a great combo of support and comfort, making for a restful night's sleep. With heavy-gauge coils and high-performance materials, these mattresses are durable and built to last. Be sure to try one of these mattresses out in our showroom - our customers love the pocketed coils and minimal motion transfer.
Sleep King Golden Mattresses
The Golden brand is lesser known than some, like Tempurpedic. Still, it is a quality product with many foam and non-foam options that we think you'll love. Choose from standard memory foam, hybrid, and innerspring options while visiting our showroom in Baton Rouge.
Tips on Choosing the Best Bed
There's much more to choosing a good bed than how you think it will look in your bedroom. There's plenty to think about, from innerspring options to memory foam and even hybrid mattresses. At Sleep King, our priority is our customers. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service. We want to do right by you, which why we want to be sure you find the perfect bed when you visit our mattress store in Baton Rouge, LA. To help you get started, here are a few tips on choosing the best bed for your sleep needs.
Visit a Showroom
This tip might seem like a no-brainer to some, but it's important that you visit a showroom so that you can lay on different beds to get a feel for what you like. At Mattress King, you will have the chance to explore different styles, designs, and shapes, and mattress materials. Finding a bed online at a price you can afford is great, but you should lie on the bed first, not just look at it on a screen.
Determine Budget
Here's a surprising fact: just because a mattress costs more money, it doesn't mean it's going to be a better bed. Sure, more expensive beds might have newer technologies and materials, but not everyone has the budget to walk into a mattress store in Baton Rouge and spend $3,000. Figure out what price range you're comfortable paying and look at the best options for your bottom line.
Consider Bedroom Size
Before you swing by our showroom and start trying out beds, it might be a good idea to measure the space where your new mattress will go. If your bedroom is on the small side, a king-sized bed might be too big. Similarly, a small bed in a huge room might make for strange aesthetics. Aim for a reasonable amount of room around your bed - enough where you can walk around comfortably. As mentioned above, get specific measurements of the area you plan to use. That way, you have peace of mind knowing your new mattress will fit in your bedroom.
Choose a Mattress Material
This tip often comes down to personal preference. It will take a little bit of trial and error to figure out which material works best for your back - innerspring, memory foam, or latex. While your friend's and family's opinions matter, keep in mind that their mattress choice was subjective. What works for them won't necessarily work for you.
Need a quick refresher on different mattress materials? Here's a quick overview
Innerspring
Also called coil mattresses, innerspring beds are probably the most well-known on this short list. Innerspring mattresses are often more affordable than their latex and memory foam counterparts. These beds are ideal for people who want a lot of support and a cooler night's sleep.
Latex
This material is known for its great cooling properties and overall comfort. With latex, there are no strange off-gassing odors like you sometimes get with memory foam. Latex mattresses are ideal for people who want a responsive, bouncy feel and may have problems sleeping hot.
Memory Foam
First developed by NASA in the 70s, memory foam is probably the most popular material in the modern mattress market. Memory foam conforms to every inch of your body, giving you maximum comfort and support. Memory foam is also know for its anti-motion properties. Memory foam can be a great choice if you tend to toss and turn at night and sleep with a partner who wakes up when you do. Memory foam mattresses are ideal for people who need pressure relief, good support, and refreshing comfort.
Think About Your Back
If you have a bad back, it's crucial that you find a mattress with proper support. Slat and spring beds often offer plenty of support, but latex and memory foam options have come a long way. If you want memory foam or latex but find the support to be subpar, consider an adjustable base instead of a normal platform. That way, you can always sleep in a comfortable position that benefits your back.
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You read that right! Sleep King is the first choice for quality beds in Baton Rouge, but we also have a huge selection of furniture for your home. If you're looking for a one-stop-shop for mattresses and furniture alike, you have come to the right place. If you're shopping for a new mattress at the best price possible, why not throw in a bedroom suite at an amazing price too?
A few common furniture items that our customers love to add
to their mattress purchase include:
Living Room Sets - from traditional-style suites with classic textures to modern sets with attractive upholstery, we will help you find the best living room set for your home.
Bedroom Suites - our bedroom suites range from contemporary to classic and come in a variety of colors and styles to compliment your new mattress purchase.
Daybeds - from English-style daybeds available in espresso and cherry colors to multi-purpose beds with pull-out trundles, our selection of daybeds is unbeatable.
Futons - if you have younger children, they will love our futons. Who are we kidding? Adults do too! Futons are incredibly useful in small spaces and convert into comfy-cozy beds perfect for kids of all ages.
Bunkbeds - bunkbeds are another great option to consider if you have kids. Whether you have a classic-style home or an apartment, we have a style that fits you.
At Sleep King, we are proud to have the lowest prices in the Lowcountry
If you like what you see but don't have time to visit our mattress store in Baton Rouge, don't worry. Our online store is bursting with new items and deals every day. From mattresses and bedding to furniture sets and special sale items, Mattress King has got it all. With the highest quality mattresses, the best prices in Baton Rouge, a giant showroom with all the options, and a full team of helpful sales associates, you won't ever need to find another mattress and furniture store again!
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LSU Embarks on Inaugural Scholarship First Bus Tour March 13-16
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LSU On Tour BATON ROUGE – LSU is taking its mission and message on the road this month. Powered by RoyOMartin, the inaugural Scholarship First bus tour will take LSU President William F. Tate IV, joined by a few special guests along the way, on a 1,000-mile winding route around Louisiana, with the goal of learning more about some of the state’s key industries, listening to key stakeholders and visiting with alumni and elected officials to en...
BATON ROUGE – LSU is taking its mission and message on the road this month. Powered by RoyOMartin, the inaugural Scholarship First bus tour will take LSU President William F. Tate IV, joined by a few special guests along the way, on a 1,000-mile winding route around Louisiana, with the goal of learning more about some of the state’s key industries, listening to key stakeholders and visiting with alumni and elected officials to ensure alignment of LSU’s statewide priorities in serving Louisiana.
“LSU is a driver for the future of our state and is important to so many Louisianians, but not everyone can make it to any of our eight campuses or 64 extension offices. So, we’re taking LSU to the people,” Tate said. “This is going to be a listening tour and an awareness campaign all rolled into one. We’ve got a very aggressive itinerary and can’t wait to meet our friends out on the road.”
The public itinerary includes metros as big as New Orleans and Shreveport and as small as Chopin and Minden, as Tate captures the full perspectives of Louisiana. Of course, you can’t get a taste of Louisiana without tasting the food, and Tate intends to sprinkle in a few stops to the Bayou State’s favorite diners. Details are subject to change. Media are invited to the bulleted events below. Follow LSU’s social media accounts or check www.lsu.edu/president/tour for updates, highlights and behind-the-scenes activities.
Monday, March 13
President Tate and the Scholarship First tour bus will depart from LSU’s Memorial Tower bright and early, with a special send-off from Coach Kim Mulkey. After a stop for boudin, the bus will head to LSU’s original campus in Pineville for an important announcement, then roll through the meat pie capital of Louisiana, stopping in Shreveport for the evening.
Tuesday, March 14
Tuesday will take Tate on a picture-perfect road trip through north Louisiana with stops in the “Friendliest City in the South” and “Sportsman’s Paradise,” giving way to glimpses of the state’s agricultural past and its future. After a lunchtime social with area supporters in Monroe, the bus will make its way back to Central Louisiana for a reception hosted by LSU alumnus Roy O Martin in Alexandria.
Wednesday, March 15
After breakfast at Lea’s Lunchroom, the bus will depart from Alexandria, making its way through New Iberia to the “Sugar City,” Jeanerette, to tour sugarcane farms and processing plants and learn more about the importance of sugarcane to the Louisiana economy. Then it’s a mad dash to Cajun Country, reaching Crowley just in time to harvest crawfish with Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, before ending the day in Lake Charles.
Thursday, March 16
On the final day of the tour, the bus will hustle down to Convent to visit with Shell and discuss the future of the energy industry in Louisiana, then jaunt over to the Big Easy to sit down and dine on world-famous Creole and Cajun cuisine. From there, the group will visit the Port of New Orleans to make an exciting announcement, then end the day celebrating on the Northshore with LSU family and friends.
During the tour, media can contact Ashley Arceneaux at ash@lsu.edu or 225-278-8694 for updates on exact times and locations for media availabilities.
Learn more about LSU's Scholarship First Agenda: https://www.lsu.edu/scholarship-first/index.php
#23 Gymnastics Travels to Baton Rouge for P&G Classic
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SEATTLE – Washington gymnastics (4-9, 0-6 Pac-12) is headed to Baton Rouge, La for a quad meet with #6 LSU, #7 Cal, and George Washington on Friday, March 3. Competition will begin at 4 p.m. PT / 6 p.m. CT.The meet will not be live streamed, but live scoring will be available at meetscoresonline.com.HUSKIES SO FAR Washington moved up three spots in the Road to Nationals rankings, now sitting at No. 23. They are ranked No. 22 on vault, No. 24 on bars, No. 28 on beam, and No. 27 on f...
SEATTLE – Washington gymnastics (4-9, 0-6 Pac-12) is headed to Baton Rouge, La for a quad meet with #6 LSU, #7 Cal, and George Washington on Friday, March 3. Competition will begin at 4 p.m. PT / 6 p.m. CT.
The meet will not be live streamed, but live scoring will be available at meetscoresonline.com.
HUSKIES SO FAR
Washington moved up three spots in the Road to Nationals rankings, now sitting at No. 23. They are ranked No. 22 on vault, No. 24 on bars, No. 28 on beam, and No. 27 on floor.
The GymDawgs are coming off a season-high 197.250 score against then-No. 22 Arizona State on Feb. 26, notching their highest team score since Feb. 21, 2022, against Utah (197.275).
The team also earned their highest floor score of the season (49.475) against Arizona State, which was their highest floor score since the 2020 season. Amara Cunningham led the way on floor, earning a 9.975 (including a 10 from one judge). Skylar Killough-Wilhelm earned a career-high 9.950 on floor, and Emily Innes also earned a career-high 9.925.
THE COMPETITION – No. 6 LSU
LSU is ranked in the top 10 in all four events -- No. 2 on vault, No. 7 on bars, No. 10 on beam, and No. 4 on floor.
The Tigers are 4-5 on the season, 4-3 in the SEC. Their last win came against then-No. 9 Alabama on the road where they scored a road season-high 197.975.
The time before that, LSU handed Florida their first loss of the season after besting the Gators 198.100 - 197.975.
The GymDawgs last saw the Tigers in the 2021 Regionals at the Maverik Center in West Valley City, Utah where LSU earned a 197.025. Four individuals competed for Washington: Allie Smith on vault, Geneva Thompson on vault and bars, Amara Cunningham on vault and floor, and Skylar Killough-Wilhelm on all-around.
THE COMPETITION – No. 7 CAL
Cal is 9-1-2 on the season and 3-1-2 in the Pac-12 with their only loss coming against Utah (Feb. 24), 197.550 - 198.550.
The Golden Bears are ranked No. 14 on vault, No. 3 on bars, No. 5 on beam, and No. 12 on floor. They currently sit third in the Pac-12 conference behind No. 3 Utah and No. 11 Oregon State.
The last dual featuring Cal and Washington took place on Jan. 22, 2022, where the GymDawgs lost 195.450 - 196.675.
THE COMPETITION – GEORGE WASHINGTON
George Washington is No. 37 in the Road to Nationals rankings, averaging a 195.690. GWU ranks No. 20 on vault, No. 39 on bars, No. 34 on beam, and No. 36 on floor.
Last time out, GWU scored its highest road score of the season, earning a 196.400 and finishing second in a quad meet with Towson, William & Mary, and Fisk.
The Huskies last met with George Washington at the 2021 Regionals, where both teams brought individual competitors.
NEXT UP
The GymDawgs will head to Texas Woman's University for another quad meet with Texas Woman's, No. 2 Florida, and NC State. The meet will begin at 11 a.m. PT.
To view the full 2023 schedule, click here.
For more information on the UW gymnastics team, follow @uwgymnastics on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
No. 19 Gators Blow Past No. 34 LSU in Baton Rouge
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BATON ROUGE, La. – The No. 19 Florida Gators took down the No. 34 LSU Tigers, 6-1, in Baton Rouge Saturday afternoon earning their first conference win of SEC play and improving their winning streak to 11 matches over LSU.Florida (6-6, 1-1 SEC) and LSU (8-3, 0-2 SEC) were locked in a tight doubles point to start the match, as almost all three courts went to a tiebreak. Both ranked pairs on court one, No. 34 / and No. 24 Stefan Latinovic/Nick Watson, held serve all the way up until 6-5 when the Gators duo converted...
BATON ROUGE, La. – The No. 19 Florida Gators took down the No. 34 LSU Tigers, 6-1, in Baton Rouge Saturday afternoon earning their first conference win of SEC play and improving their winning streak to 11 matches over LSU.
Florida (6-6, 1-1 SEC) and LSU (8-3, 0-2 SEC) were locked in a tight doubles point to start the match, as almost all three courts went to a tiebreak. Both ranked pairs on court one, No. 34 / and No. 24 Stefan Latinovic/Nick Watson, held serve all the way up until 6-5 when the Gators duo converted a massive break point and secured their fourth ranked victory of dual play.
Both the remaining matches on court two and three were battling in tiebreaks, the pair of / came back from down 3-1 and 5-3 by converting three break points for the decider on court two. In just their second match together, Bonetto/Nirundorn kept their composure and took down Chen Dong/Welsh Hotard, 7-6 (4), for the 1-0 Florida lead. / were at one apiece with Julien Penzlin/George Stoupe in the tiebreak before it was left unfinished.
The momentum carried over into singles as the Gators utilized three wins in straight sets to quickly clinch the victory. First was on court six jumping out to a 6-1 first set and brought the hammer down with a 6-4 second frame over Benjamin Ambrosio. The freshman from Poland improved to 4-0 in the six position.
Next up was No. 73 Grant from court two where the junior improved to 2-0 in SEC play by blowing by Chen Dong. Despite being 2-0 to open the first set, the Boca Raton, Fla. native responded winning the frame 6-4 and cruised to a 6-1 second set to put the Gators within one of their first SEC win.
No. 79 Braswell answered the call with an efficient showing on court four over Julien Penzlin for his first career SEC victory. After jumping out to a 6-1 opening set, the freshman received some push back and was initially down 3-1 in the second. Yet, Braswell was determined to earn his second clincher of the season and won five of the next six games to secure Florida's first win of SEC play.
Florida wasn't finished there as No. 109 Nefve bounced back nicely at the top position after dropping the first set to Stefan Latinovic, 6-1. The graduate student rattled off a 6-3 second and completed the victory in the third set, 6-2, for his first SEC triumph.
No. 83 Bonetto finalized the match for the Gators in a gritty straight set win over Welsh Hotard. Down 4-2 to open the match on court three, the sophomore battled to earn the first frame 7-5 and fought the fellow lefty to a tiebreak in the second where he sealed it 7-6 (3).
The Gators will be back on court Sunday, March 12 at the Alfred A. Ring Tennis Complex to host Alabama for a 12 p.m. ET matchup.
DOUBLES RESULTS 1. No. 31 / (UF) def. No. 24 Stefan Latinovic/Nick Watson (LSU), 7-5 2. / (UF) def. Chen Dong/Welsh Hotard (LSU), 7-6 (4) 3. / (UF) vs Julien Penzlin/George Stoupe (LSU), 6-6 (1-1), unfinished Order of Finish: 1, 2
SINGLES RESULTS 1. No. 109 (UF) def. Stefan Latinovic (LSU), 1-6, 6-3, 6-2 2. No. 73 (UF) def. Chen Dong (LSU), 6-4, 6-1 3. No. 83 (UF) def. Welsh Hotard (LSU), 7-5, 7-6 (3) 4. No. 79 (UF) def. Julien Penzlin (LSU), 6-1, 6-4 5. George Stoupe (LSU) def. (UF), 1-6, 7-5, 10-6 6. (UF) def. Benjamin Ambrosio (LSU), 6-1, 6-4 Order of Finish: 6, 2, 4, 1, 5, 3
This Week In Baton Rouge: LSU Baseball, Library, St. Patrick's Day
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Monday, March 13Trivia Night | Painting with a Twist Painting with a Twist is hosting a trivia night at its studio. Paint along with a local artist while competing against your fellow painters in trivia. The event will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is BYOB. Reservations can be found here.Tuesday, March 14LSU Baseball Game | Alex Box Stadium ...
Monday, March 13
Trivia Night | Painting with a Twist
Painting with a Twist is hosting a trivia night at its studio. Paint along with a local artist while competing against your fellow painters in trivia. The event will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is BYOB. Reservations can be found here.
Tuesday, March 14
LSU Baseball Game | Alex Box Stadium
If you’ve got nothing to do during spring break, go out and cheer on the LSU baseball team. The baseball game will start at 6:30 p.m. LSU is playing against UNO.
Wednesday, March 15
Author Talks | Main Branch Library
Sam Irwin, author of "Hidden History of Louisiana's Jazz Age," will be at the Main Branch Library in Baton Rouge to give a presentation on his book. The event will start at 6 p.m. The Main Branch Library is located at 7761 Goodwood Blvd.
Thursday, March 16
Madi Swan | La Divina
Singer, songwriter Madi Swan is performing at La Divina. La Divina is located at 3535 Perkins Road. The event is at 6 p.m. and will last until 8 p.m. Tickets are free.
Friday, March 17
Baton Rouge Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl | Various Locations
This event is free, and the location of the bars can be found on Eventbrite.com On the website you can reserve a spot in the bar craw. The event will last from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 18
Wearin’ of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Hundred Oaks at South Acadian Thruway
This is a parade that is a tradition here in Baton Rouge. The parade will be located around South Acadian Thruway down Perkins Road. The parade is put on by The Parade Group LLC. The parade will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 19
Red Dragon Presents: Marcia Ball In Concert | Manship Theatre
Come down to Manship Theatre, 100 Lafayette Street, to hear the music performed by Marcia Ball. This event will begin at 7:30 p.m. and last 2 and a half hours. The tickets are priced between $49. 95-$69.95 plus taxes and fees. You can purchase tickets at manshiptheatre.org.
Sponsored: Core values of safety, respect and love guide treatment at Regions Behavioral Hospital
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When Stephen Richardson founded Regions Behavioral Hospital, his primary goal was to ensure that patients felt safe, respected and loved while receiving the best possible mental health treatment. Although Richardson passed away from cancer in 2022, the hospital staff is continuing his legacy with those same core values at the forefront of their work.“I think what really sets us apart is that our team lives that motto when it comes to treating patients and giving them that experience,” said Regions CEO Marc Crawford. &ldquo...
When Stephen Richardson founded Regions Behavioral Hospital, his primary goal was to ensure that patients felt safe, respected and loved while receiving the best possible mental health treatment. Although Richardson passed away from cancer in 2022, the hospital staff is continuing his legacy with those same core values at the forefront of their work.
“I think what really sets us apart is that our team lives that motto when it comes to treating patients and giving them that experience,” said Regions CEO Marc Crawford. “We want to be the phone call that people make when they reach out for help. Oftentimes, patients are unsure what care they need and we can be the initial step that puts them on a path to well-being.”
Regions has both inpatient and outpatient services available. Inpatient treatment is designed for people who are in immediate crisis and need substantial care to become stable. Outpatient services include an Intensive Outpatient Program for both mental health as well as substance abuse, psychotherapy, holistic therapies, and medication management. The Regions team is experienced in treating a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, suicidal ideations, addiction and more.
Richardson and his wife began in mental health care more than 20 years ago and the need for safe and compassionate care drove them to open Regions Behavioral Hospital. In the years since, some recent trends have emerged. For example, Dr. Abdul Majid Khan, Regions’ medical director, said many more people across all demographics, including those in higher socioeconomic tiers, are struggling with substance use disorder, particularly with opiates and methamphetamines. Because of that, Dr. Khan said Regions has added medication-assisted treatment as a component of its substance use disorder care.
In addition, Dr. Khan said an increased awareness about mental health conditions has led to more people acknowledging their own challenges. That has resulted in an uptick in patients struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as anxiety and depression.
Many Regions patients approach the center on their own, while some arrive after going to a local emergency room if they experience suicidal thoughts or another type of mental health crisis.
“I’ve heard many times from people who have gone to treatment centers and say their experience was traumatic. We never want people to feel that way about coming here,” Dr. Khan said. “Our focus is on getting people compassionate and appropriate care at an appropriate level.”
The care at Regions is provided by a team of about 100 people whose commitment is focused on getting people the right treatment. During COVID, the staff began triaging patients upon entry to determine the best care, a practice that continues today. Although Regions wants to help as many people as it can, Dr. Khan said it is also open to referring people to other resources if the staff feels it may be a better fit.
“Our philosophy really resonates with our staff,” Crawford said. “We’ve never used a staffing agency and we have very little turnover, which I think speaks to how Stephen set up the company and culture. We attract nurses who have not traditionally worked in mental health but realize the importance of it and want to be a part of what we are doing. It really is a great team.”
Regions Behavioral Hospital is located at 8416 Cumberland Place in Baton Rouge. For more information, visit www.regionsbh.com or call 225-408-6060.
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