Senior Life Solutions
Kim Parks, RN, Program Director
Kim Parks, RN, Program Director
What is Senior Life Solutions?
Senior Life Solutions is an outpatient hospital program designed to support the mental health ofolder adults experiencing depression, anxiety, orother mental challenges often associated with aging. Ourvoluntary program includes individual and group therapy psychiatry, medication management, and health screens.
Participants in the program attend group, individual and family therapy sessions led by a licensed therapist. They also meet with a psychiatrist at least once a month.
How Can the Program Help Me?
Most participants experience a reduction in feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation and loneliness. They see improvements in their physical health and discover a renewed sense ofpurpose. Benefits of the Senior Life Solutions program include:
regular health screens (vital signs, sleep patterns weight changes, mood, etc.)
regular health screens (vital signs, sleep patterns weight changes, mood, etc.)coping and communication skills
medication management
psychiatric treatment
individual therapy group support
Who Could Benefit from the Program?
Older adults, typically 65+, who struggle with depression, anxiety, orother mental health challenges.
Senior Life Solutions can help older adults who are experiencing the following:
loss of a loved one
chronic health diagnosis
change in living conditions
suicidal thoughts
frequent feelings of sadness, guilt, worry, or worthlessness
change in energy level, sleep, and/or weight
need for frequent visits to the emergency room or clinic
feeling overwhelmed or stressed due to being a caregiver
Who Can Recommend Someone to the Program?
Anyone can make a referral to our Senior Life Solutions program including clinicians, family, and friends. Participants can also self-refer. Just give us a call.
How Can I Get More Information About the Program for Myself or Someone I know?
We are always available to answer questions and can provide educational in-services and information to community members and clinicians.
Contact us for more information or to discuss mental health support for yourself or a loved one at (605)745-8910 ext. 3007.
