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HomeRehabilitation Psychosocial Program (RPS) Individual Placement and Supported Employment Program (IPS)Assertive Community Treatment Program (ACT)
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24 Hour Emergency Contact Number - (803) 775-9364Elder ServicesWho We Are Elder Services is an outpatient program of the Santee-Wateree Community Mental Health Center. It is located in the Sumter CAF building and has provided services to older adults for many years. It was established to provide specialized care for older members in our community. Why Elder Services Why do older adults need specialized mental health treatment? Is it simply because they are older? No. The reasons older adults seek help are, in many cases, no different than younger adults. However, as we age, the risk of losing family and friends, experiencing significant loss of health, physical limitations, as well as changes in job and social roles increase dramatically. So while we know these are not caused by age itself, it is a contributing factor and provides challenges in how we treat these individuals. Poor physical health increases the risk of mental health problems. What many people do not realize is that mental health problems can contribute to poor health. When mental health problems and physical problems occur at the same time, it takes special care to identify and treat both. Symptoms of depression or confusion can be signs of a physical illness. Also, how we react to emotional problems can affect our thinking and how we care for ourselves. Just because you are physically ill does not mean you can’t enjoy life. And just because you have emotional problems does not mean your physical health has to suffer. Elder Services Our staff is trained in and sensitive to the needs of our older citizens. Our staff psychiatrist oversees all client services. We work closely with each person’s personal physician and other community and support agencies to ensure the highest quality of care. We work with the "whole person", not just a piece of the puzzle. Some of the services we provide include: Problem assessment, to include full psychological and cognitive assessment, Psychiatric assessment for treatment planning, medication intervention & management, and medical referral as needed, Individual, family & group counseling, Medication monitoring by nurses and Case management, to assist the client in accessing both mental health and appropriate health and social services. |
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Elder Services 1175 N. Guignard Drive P. O. Box 1946 Sumter, SC 29151-1946 Phone: (803) 775-7898
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