I was at a crisis place a few months ago. They are a step down in looks and some services like meals( yuk) but soo much better at being laid back and less intense. The one I was in you could go outside any time between 8am and 8 pm. You had to get a Drs permission to go off property but the Dr saw you every week day so no big problem. Much more relaxing than a hospital and I could use my iPad whenever I wanted to, that was great!