Services

Elderly Psychosocial Rehabilitation

Elderly Psychosocial Rehabilitation is a program of structured activities designed to support and enhance the ability of the elderly to function at the highest possible level of interdependence in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs.　

Requirements of the Program

Individuals must be at least 50 years old and voluntarily submit an application.

The program is for eligible HBHS adult consumers, 50 years of age and older who have been diagnosed with serious mental illness or elderly persons with mental retardation/developmental disabilities.

Activities are designed for individuals with the appropriate diagnosis who need assistance in socialization, training for daily living skills and utilization of leisure/structured activities.

Hours of Operation

THe program operates a minimum of three (3) days a week for a minimum of four (4) hours a day.

Activities

The activities target the specific need and concerns of the elderly. While aiming to improve: reality orientation, social adaptation, physical coordination, daily living skills, time and resource management, task completion and other areas of competence that promote independence in daily live.

Activities are designed to alleviate such psychiatric symptoms as: confusion, anxiety, disorientation, distraction, preoccupation, isolation, withdrawal, and feelings of low self-worth.

Activities include:

  • Monthly Birthday Parties
  • Group Games
  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Outings
  • Exercise
  • Arts and Crafts

Advantages of Program

  • Promotes and increases interaction with other participants
  • Enhances hand eye coordination
  • Builds meaningful relationships
  • Reduces psychiatric hospitilizations
  • Proomotes independence in daily life
  • Builds social networks
  • Promotes healthy lifestyles
  • Promotes self-awareness and self-esteem

Outreach Strategies

  • Individual Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Case Management
  • Referrals
  • Crisis Management

Making an Appointment

Simply call 601-321-2400 and ask to schedule an appointment.