Thomasville Medical Center 
Geriatric Behavioral Health Center
| Most depression and other emotional illnesses in older people are treatable, especially if dealt with early. In addition to improving a senior's outlook on life, therapy also helps individuals care for themselves better and follow their primary care providers directions, particularly about taking medicines. |
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Admissions are accepted 24 hours a day
While many people may make a referral, a psychiatrist makes the decision regarding admission. Please call 336-476-2446 for admission information.
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Signs a loved one may have an emotional illness:
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We all hope our family members will enjoy the golden years. But, as individuals age, they experience the loss of loved ones and the stresses that go with losing physical and mental abilities. A changing lifestyle and increased physical challenges can lead to sadness and withdrawal. However, persistent personality changes or unusual behavior may indicate your loved one is suffering from an emotional illness, such as depression.
When one person in the family suffers from an emotional illness, everyone in the family is affected, and admission to a psychiatric center is understandably traumatic. We understand this and encourage family members to express their feelings and learn ways to cope. Our family therapy sessions help establish healthy communication channels.
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Do you have questions about elder care, home health or hospice? Visit our Health Library for answers. |
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You are not alone
We can help individuals understand what's going on and determine the best course of care. Depression and other emotional illnesses are a significant problem for older adults.
- National statistics show that one out of four older adults suffer from serious emotional difficulties related to aging.
- Depressed older adults have the highest risk of suicide in our society.
- Nineteen million people will suffer from depression at one time in their lives. Of these, eighty to ninety percent can be effectively treated.
How we can help
At the Geriatric Behavioral Health Center, we offer individualized care in a warm, supportive atmosphere. The first thing our professional team will do is a thorough evaluation to help determine what's causing the behavioral and mental changes. Our staff will then work with the patient, family and other health professionals to develop a course of treatment that best meets the needs of the individual.
Treatment is offered on an inpatient basis, as well as home and community-based.
For more information
Please contact us at 336-476-2446.
