Older Persons Unit

About Older Persons Unit

We offer dedicated services for older persons which focus on assessing and treating functional and cognitive needs to enable well-being.

Our 47-bed older persons unit is purpose built to treat the mental health concerns of older patients.

We have a qualified team who are attentive and understanding to meet the needs of the older adults and ensure the comfort of all patients. 

Our hospital has two Physicians and a Geriatrician with visiting rights to the hospital.

We also provide assessment, management and support for people who have a mental illness over the age of 65 years, and we encourage family members and carers to get involved in helping their loved ones plan for their future.

Our assessment includes cognitive and general functioning to provide our patients with the best programs to meet their needs.

Our inpatient programs focus on educational, therapeutic and diversional activities.

Therapeutic interventions are provided on the basis of individual need and evidence-based guidelines depending on the diagnosis of each patient.

Interventions are categorised as follows:

1. Healthy behaviours practiced by the individual, such as exercise, diet and routine
2. Psychological approaches, such as building skills in helpful thinking, problem solving and coping with strong emotions
3. Physical treatments such as medication and, less commonly, Electroconvulsive Therapy
4. Changes in personal environment
5. Communication and care tips for friends, family and professional care staff
6. Helping patients access services and help for unmet social needs, such as loneliness, transport and housing