It’s natural for some changes to occur as a person ages. Regular forgetfulness is one thing, but a sudden increase in memoryloss or a decrease in thinking skills can be a cause of concern and could be serious.
Senior caregivers, friends and family should keep an eye out for warning signs, which could indicate a mental, emotional or behavioral health concern. Warning signs could include:
Mercy’s Behavioral Health Program in Ada, OK, can help by providing quality mental health care for older adults and by promoting healthy aging strategies. We’re a short-term, inpatient unit designed for individuals who are typically 65 years or older. Experts meet with patients and carefully craft individualized treatment plans incorporating a variety of programs. The programs include:
Our program also educates patients on how to manage medication and trains patients on healthy living habits.
Admitted patients receive a complete psychiatric evaluation and medical examination to determine individualized treatment options. Our psychiatrist, along with an interdisciplinary team of specialists, provides comprehensive treatment and thorough discharge planning.
Medicare and most insurance plans are accepted. Contact Mercy Behavioral Health in Ada at (580) 421-1390 for a referral.
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