Tips for Frequent No Show Patients

Offer support groups for patients to discuss issues and get feedback from peers. Our support group meets monthly in between shifts on the last Tuesday and Wednesday of the month.
Assist patients with arranging appointments with behavioral clinic and other caregivers.
Call frequent no show patients the day before scheduled treatment to encourage them to show up.
Have patient mentors that also encourage no show patients to come to scheduled appointments. Buddy them up with another patient.
Play games in the unit to create a fun atmosphere for patients.
Reward those patients when a goal has been met.
Offer magazines of interest and books.