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    Senior Behavioral Health

    Mental Health Doesn't Have an Age Limit
    That’s why we’re here.

    Watertown Regional Medical Center’s Senior Behavioral Health Unit (SBHU) provides individualized care for adults  55 and older who are suffering from acute symptoms associated with a major mental health illness. On a case-by-case basis, individuals who are younger than 55 years old may be admitted to the unit. This could include clinical depression, anxiety disorders, psychiatric and medical issues related to dementia, acute psychosis and altered mental state, or bipolar illness. Inpatient hospitalization offers stabilization and treatment for those experiencing serious behavioral or mental changes. The average stay for our patients is 10-12 days.

    The 15-bed unit provides a confidential and supportive atmosphere where patients receive care that is individualized to their needs. Because we are a hospital-based facility, we can manage complex patients who may be dealing with chronic medical conditions in tandem with senior mental health issues. 

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    What to Expect 

    Patients admitted to our Senior Behavioral Health Unit will receive a psychiatric evaluation to help determine the possible causes of the behavioral and mental changes. We will also check for any underlying medical issues that may contribute to behavioral changes. We will then work with the patient, family and other health professionals to develop a course of treatment that best meets the needs of the individual.

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    Our Program Offers:

    • A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
    • A thorough medical history and physical exam
    • 24-hour nursing and medical support
    • Hospitalist rounding
    • Medication management and education
    • Individualized treatment planning
    • Diagnostic testing
    • Family support and education
    • Basic life skills enhancement
    • Recreational therapy
    • Individual and group therapy
    • Referral and follow-up services
    • Seamless counseling services through Directions Counseling Center

    Medical Director:

    Dr. Kathryn Johnson - Medical Director 
    Senior Behavioral Health

     
     

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    Our Location

    125 Hospital Drive 
    Third Floor
    Watertown, WI 53098

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