A special wellness program for senior adults…
Seniors are often faced with difficult situations — the loss of a loved one, declining health, loneliness, forgetfulness…. As a result, certain behaviors might develop that concern you and your family. Parkview Geriatric Wellness Center is here to help.
Our multi-disciplinary team provides an assessment and an individualized treatment plan for each patient that aims to help the patient cope with whatever situation they might be facing. A complete physical exam is also provided to evaluate the contributory factors affecting the patient’s behavior. Other services available include a psychiatric evaluation and medication, if necessary; psychological testing; nursing services; family, group and individual therapy; activity, physical and occupational therapy; social services support; and a complete nutritional assessment.
Certain behaviors may indicate their need for special assistance:- Anxiety
- Apathy
- Easily agitated
- Forgetful or confused
- Feelings of worthlessness
- Hallucinations
- Loss of interest in routine activities
- Not sleeping or sleeping too much
- Paranoid thoughts or increased suspicions
- Persistent sadness
- Personal hygiene changes
- Personality changes
- Recurrent thoughts of death
- Unexplained loss of energy
- Weight loss or gain
Patients ages 55 and older can be admitted directly to our program 24-hours a day, seven days a week, upon the approval of our medical director. When a loved one is experiencing or facing challenges, call us.
Hospital 417-326-6000