Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Unit The Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit (CAPU) is a six-bed, provincial-based, inpatient psychiatric unit at Horizon’s The Moncton Hospital. The unit provides specialized services in the areas of diagnosis clarification, assessment, and treatment for youth who require a concentrated and comprehensive service as recommended by their mental health treatment team. The unit provides services to youth aged 9 to 17 (less one day) and is staffed by registered nurses, youth care workers, a psychologist, a social worker, and a clinical coordinator. Frequently Asked Questions What are the age requirements? Youth aged 9 to just under 17. How are youth admitted? Requires a referral reviewed monthly by an admissions committee. Admission depends on priority, unit capacity, and the youth’s placement plan. Approved referrals are added to a waitlist. How long do youth stay? Longer stays for complex needs, with in-depth assessments and care planning./ What to Expect During a Stay Care teams include psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, human service counsellors, nurses, licensed practical nurse (LNSs), recreational therapists, occupational therapists, and district schoolteachers. Youth take part in morning therapy groups, recreational activities, coping skill sessions, and school support. Most ongoing therapy happens in the community after discharge. Seclusion rooms are used only when there is a risk of harm to self or others. Substance use concerns are referred to specialized services. The unit is locked for patient safety. The unit is not an interim placement option or for the sole purpose of detainment. Full psychoeducational assessments are not completed on this unit. Involvement of each team member is based on individual care plans, this may mean that services such as psychology, for example, may not be involved. School attendance, while admitted to the unit, will be discussed with the psychiatrist.