Geriatric
Services:The geropsychiatric behavioral health program provides a safe, structured and planned environment to meet the unique needs of older adults requiring in-patient hospitalization for acute behavioral health treatment. Symptomsof mental illness
are treated effectively within a secure environment that addresses a population with varied degrees of physical and cognitive impairment. Intensive supervision is provided for activities of daily living including bathing,toileting,ambulation and nutrition with emphasis on fostering and preserving each individual’s maximum functioning and independence for quality of life. Age specific leisure activities in combination with multidisciplinary treatment interventions promote personal dignity and well-being. Medical needs are maintained by internal medicine specialists.