The experts at St. Luke's Medical Center and St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center understand the unique issues families face when dealing with seniors in crisis. Our Generations program provides a safe and therapeutic environment where seniors can receive compassionate care.

Program Description
The Generations Program was developed specifically for patients ages 55 and older with Medicare benefits who need an acute inpatient setting to treat severe disorders such as depression, suicidal thoughts, psychosis and destructive behavior. Our team will help the senior patient to cope with the source(s) of the problem and guide them through the development and implementation of an individualized treatment plan.

The Generations program is located on the 4th floor of St. Luke's Medical Center. In addition to care for geriatric psychiatry patients, this recently remodeled nursing unit provides a full range of medical care to help patients get back to their highest level of physician, mental, social and spiritual well-being.

Program Goals

• Provide symptom relief
• Eliminate suicidal/homicidal thoughts
• Increase impulse control
• Improve reality testing
• Increase ability to perform healthy daily living activities
• Develop healthy daily routine

Program Activities

• Education in medication, nutrition and coping skills
• Community living
• Goal setting
• Exercise
• Occupational and recreational activities
• Relaxation techniques