During intake I was put into a very cold room with...

During intake I was put into a very cold room with almost no clothing, no shoes, a woman came in with paperwork and said she'd be back and never came. I had to ask five people for a blanket before I was begrudgingly given one. I ended up getting sick and was throwing up and begging for help and I could hear people walking by and laughing. It took over three hours (not sure exactly because they took my phone and belongings without warning, didn't allow me to use a phone or write down any numbers) -- before someone finally addressed me, gave me a sandwich and a drink and called the police so I could ask to be let out. They then released me onto the street with the same lack of clothing and no shoes to wait for a ride, not to mention it was cold and dark outside. If I wanted help, this would be the last place I would go. They're supposed to be caring for and helping people while they're in an incredibly vulnerable state and just ended up further traumatizing me. I was made to feel less than human and it's truly a shame, because if I had maybe been treated with any sort of empathy I could have gotten psychiatric help. If intake is indicative of the lack of attention/condescending manner by staff then I feel truly sad for anyone committed here against their will. Thank you to the police officers that allowed me to leave and retain some amount of dignity.