Salten DPS, which is part of Nordlandssykehuset HF, offers treatment and rehabilitation services for people with mental disorders. The institution prioritizes treatment for the patients most in need of treatment and has a psychiatric local hospital service for adults that covers 12 municipalities in the Salten region.
In addition to the offer for adults, Salten DPS also has services aimed at children and young people, as well as their relatives. Digital patient services are offered to make it easier for patients to access healthcare services. Salten DPS is also engaged in research and innovation within mental health, as well as education and competence development for healthcare personnel. Co-selection is an important part of the treatment process, where patients are involved in decisions about their own treatment.