Chicago-Read Mental Health Center
Mental health clinic · Chicago
4200 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
About
Located at 4200 N Oak Park Ave in Chicago, the Chicago-Read Mental Health Center operates as a state-funded facility providing inpatient psychiatric care. The center serves individuals in need of mental health support, offering a range of services that include medical oversight, clinical monitoring, and various unit activities. As a public institution, the facility functions as a point of access for those seeking stabilization and, in some cases, assistance with long-term placement or transitional housing. The patient experience at the facility remains a subject of significant debate among those who have utilized its services. Some individuals report finding the staff supportive and the programs helpful during their recovery, noting that the facility provided a necessary environment during periods of personal crisis. Conversely, other visitors and former patients have expressed substantial concerns regarding the quality of care, the standard of hospital amenities, and the professionalism of the support and security teams. With a current Google rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars based on 35 reviews, the center reflects the complex challenges often associated with state-funded mental health institutions, where experiences can vary widely depending on individual needs and interactions with staff.
What clients say
Reviews for this mental health facility are highly polarized, with many patients and visitors describing a prison-like environment characterized by poor communication and inadequate care. While a minority of reviewers report positive interactions and helpful staff, the majority express significant concerns regarding staff professionalism, facility conditions, and the quality of food.
Strengths
- Supportive staff interactions
- Helpful patient care
Weaknesses
- Rude and unprofessional staff
- Poor food quality
- Prison-like environment
- Inadequate medical attention
- Poor security etiquette
Best for
Individuals seeking state-funded mental health support who have limited alternative options.
Opening hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
Contact
- 4200 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
- (773) 794-4000
- www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?module=12&item=27893&officeid=239