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.
Request an Appointment
To speak to someone directly, please call 1-888-824-0200. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.
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