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SeniorHealth 126 Hospital Avenue Ozark, AL 36360 334-774-7352 • Aging sometimes presents challenges that older adults find difficult to overcome. The loss of lifetime companions, decreased physical and mental capabilities and the resulting loss of independence can be overwhelming. When these losses lead to confusion, depression or other behavioral problems, additional help may be needed. |
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New Day Senior Health of Dale Medical Center, a 13 bed unit for adults 55 years of age or older, is available to provide the needed care and treatment. With effective therapy, medications, and coping skills, independence can be maintained or improved to provide a more satisfying lifestyle. |
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Services
Special clinical programs have been
designed to meet the needs of the senior. The treatment team consists of
psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and other mental health
professionals. They work together to develop and implement a treatment
plan to meet the unique needs of each person. The following services are
available:
§ Diagnostic
psychological testing
§ Diagnostic
medical testing
§ Physical
examination
§ Medical
consultation
§ Group
psychotherapy
§ Medication
therapy
§ Occupational
therapy
§ Structured
goal-directed activities
§ Social
services
§ Health
education
§ Medication
Education
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The Warning Signs |
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§ Disorientation
§ Depression
§ Severe
memory loss
§ Hallucinations
§ Increased
social withdrawal
§ Suicidal
thoughts
§ Sleep
disturbances
§ Appetite
disturbances
§ Extreme
fluctuations in thought
§ Loss
of interest in appearance
§ Risk
of violence to self or others
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To learn more about the program, or to arrange for a free screening, please call New Day Senior Health at 334-774-7352. |
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