CentraCare Health – Monticello’s Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit is now open to provide comprehensive, 24/7, inpatient psychological and behavioral care to patients 55 years or older who require a secure environment for optimal treatment and management of complex mental health conditions including depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and dementia.

 

The Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit is the first of its kind to feature an innovative model of care that is led by Geriatricians who partner with psychiatrists, nurses and family participation to focus on caring for the whole person. Patients will benefit from the Geriatricians’ comprehensive assessment of their overall health and their mental health needs.

 

 In addition to psychiatric care, goal development, medication management and family education, patients are encouraged to participate in a variety of supportive services such as pet therapy, baking and cooking, yoga, music therapy, aromatherapy and art therapy to provide socialization, comfort and healing. 

 

 For more information on CentraCare Health – Monticello’s Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit call 763-271-2885.