Milestones Senior Adult Unit

As you watch the aging process in your senior, have you noticed something that isn’t quite right? Extreme forgetfulness? Not able to complete familiar tasks, such as cooking or paying bills? A loss of interest in hobbies? Anxious behavior or withdrawal from people, including you?

A complete evaluation of your senior

If you have answered yes to any of the above questions, it may be time for a complete geriatric evaluation of your loved one. While some of these actions are normal to the aging process, they may be also signs of presenile dementia, organic brain syndrome, depression, paranoia or hallucinations — perhaps leading to an inability to handle medications properly and generally take care of life.

Treatment

Through diagnosis and evaluation, the staff at Alliance Health Center creates an in-depth profile of a patient’s history. Our staff neurologist does a complete neuro-psychiatric evaluation as well. The treatment team designs a comprehensive plan to provide maximum benefit to the patient, covering all aspects of care from prescribed medication and dietary recommendations to therapy and independent living skills.

You are a part of your senior’s plan

Family and social relationships are critical in helping your senior. Our counselors educate you and your extended family on the aging process, the patient’s needs and goals and we assist you in working through the challenges presented. You may admit your senior to our Geriatric Program yourself, or on the advice of a physician, mental health professional, friend or family member.

Healing and recovery

We understand the anguish felt by families when a loved one has dementia, depression or other mental illnesses related to aging. Our dedicated team of psychiatrists, neurologist, nurses, social workers, activity therapist, dietitians and counselors is here to help you with the challenges ahead and the hope of creating a better life for your senior.