Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems

“This place apparently can’t keep your kids safe, so be warned! My 13 year old daughter got sent here, and from day one kept telling staff that her room mate was bullying her. They told me they would keep her away from the bully and could not. My sweet girl got beat up with the staff STANDING IN THE ROOM and watching it un fold. Said they thought they were “joking”. My kid tells you that she’s being severely bullied for days, and yall think it’s play?! Be serious now. She has also mentioned that some times she would complain to the staff about the bullying, and they would go “talk” to the bully and she could see them laughing with the bully and giving her candy. Mrs. Jasmine was apparently the worst one about it. Claimed she didn’t tolerate bullying, but literally told my daughter to just ignore it instead of helping the problem. How is it that children go here for treatment, and wind up more traumatized? Do better!”

“Hello! I am Kaylee Lindsley. (THIS IS ALL OF MY STORIES THERE, AND I DO NOT STATE THE NAMES OF THE PATIENTS FOR PRIVACY, AND YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COME HERE, THIS WAS ONLY THE CLOSEST PLACE I COULD GO TO) I went here the first time in Jan 2024. The stay was nice (WEST), other than getting my hair pulled and beaten on the ground, and all they did with the girl was give her the booty juice and made her stay in her room. I don't remember if she was in the VCR room or not. I also saw the same girl who dragged me making out with her "best friend" on the other side of the room while the lights were off, and a movie was on(2-3 days prior to the fight). I LOVED Mr. Larry, I miss him. AND THE TWINS!! I called them Mario and Luigi I LOVE LOVE LOVEE Mrs. Anita! (TT). Second visit! I was on East, and it was pretty good, I don't remember most of it. Third visit! (WEST) I don't remember the kids that were there except the other girl who made out with the girl who beat me. Me and her started being friends after she told me she genuinely did not want to make that plan with her. Fourth visit! I do not remember a single thing that happened there. Fifth(WEST) visit! It was not very nice, as there was like 6 fights during my 1 week visit, and a boy there who was 16 while I was 13, had went behind me for snack time, and he had unfortunately got too close, and I had felt something on my rear hind. I looked back at him, and he was smirking. Everyone there assumed me and that boy were dating, when we were clearly was just friends, *TW! also not to mention, he had gotten into a fight with some tall big dude, that broke his finger, and his glasses stabbed him in the eye, I saw a glance of that room, and (TW!!) there was blood splattered on the mirror.* There was also a "singing competition" outside (Not the basketball court), and I won first place!! Sixth visit! (Earliest in March 2026) VERY AMAZING! The staff were so nice but some of them were kind of mean. I don't recall SOME their names, but I do remember Mr. Devon! He was so chill and was strict on the diversity between the girls and boys, which I truly appreciated. I also remember the girls there were so supportive. One girl there, was so messy, and she liked to pick fights with everyone that said her name. My (ex) best friend, that went to school with me, went there as well. The same girl that picked fights with everyone, had tricked my (ex) best friend into thinking i was talking smack about her! She ended up almost getting into a fight with that girl that was messy. They let my (ex) best friend in her room, and the messy girl had gotten booty juice for instigating a fight. Not to mention, the messy girl was stating that a guy was flirting with a girl while playing cards out loud, and Mrs. Anita had made a rule for the West Unit that the girls cannot play cards with the boys. That pissed me off b/c they were just having a conversation while playing California Speed! Anyways, that is all I can recall from all of my visits. ALL-TOGETHER, The tech are very strong (specifically the male tech) when there is tension going on between patients (fights/arguments/etc.) I Love Mrs. Anita, she is so funny, and loves to sing, and every time she comes on the unit, the kids would always be so happy to see her. I loved Mrs. Lindsey, Mrs. Anissa, And (I forgot her name but she always wore pony-tails and had a big smile on her face, and was so nice). I would recommend coming here, if you need help, like drama, and like communicating with the right people! (Drama for me, I personally like.) :)”

“WORST PLACE EVER!!! PLEASE DON'T GO HERE! They didn't tell me crap about what was going on with my child. Had no idea when she might leave. She came home missing a boy she met there. She is 12!!! AND THEY LOST ALL HER STUFF IN A BAG!!!! USELESS! PLEASE GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!”

“Truly Life-Changing Experience I cannot say enough good things about my experience at vermilion From the moment I walked in, I was met with compassion, professionalism, and a level of care that exceeded all expectations. The staff—doctors, nurses, therapists, and support personnel—are not only highly skilled but also genuinely invested in each patient’s healing journey. The environment is safe, clean, and thoughtfully designed to support recovery. Group sessions were incredibly helpful, and individual therapy gave me the insight and tools I needed to move forward. What stood out the most was how I was treated with dignity and respect every step of the way. Thanks to vermilion hospital, I’ve regained control over my mental health and feel hopeful for the future. If you or a loved one is struggling, this is the place to turn to. I am forever grateful.”