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Geropsychiatry Program

Geriatric Psychiatry Program

Our Geropsychiatry Program specializes in the evaluation and treatment of older adults.

Our clinicians conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on current, evidenced-based therapies.

We assess common psychiatric problems in the elderly in a complete biopsychosocial manner, including:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Memory problems
  • Sleep disturbance and disorders
  • Substance use disorders

Treatment

Treatment is typically carried out in the outpatient setting, but inpatient hospitalization is available if appropriate. A full array of ancillary medical and neurological assessments is available where necessary.

Treatment may include:

  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
  • Individual and family therapy
  • Pharmacologic therapy

No-Cost, Confidential Assessment & Referrals

In order to quickly respond to your needs, a trained mental health professional is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can make an appointment by calling:

  • Ingalls Memorial at 708-915-6411
  • UChicago Medicine at 1-888-824-0200

Our assessment and referral staff assesses each individual to determine his or her behavioral health needs and makes referrals based on those needs.

Our Geropsychiatry Locations

Request an Appointment

We are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries, leading to delayed response times. For faster assistance, please call 1-888-824-0200 to schedule your appointment.

If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

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