Older Adult Programs
We understand that older people are more vulnerable to mental illness, which is why we are especially sensitive to the mental health needs of the elderly. We offer psychiatric assessments for people age 60 and older. We also offer training and support services to family caregivers.
- Gero-Psych Services provide individual assessments as well as referral to a psychiatrist board-certified in geriatrics.
- Aging Gracefully, a peer support system, is available in some counties.
- Memory Assessments are available as an extension of SIU School of Medicine’s Memory and Aging Clinic, Regional Alzheimer Assistance Center for the Illinois Department of Health. Comprehensive initial assessments are followed up with resources and support.
- Family Caregiver Program assits caregivers who have taken on the task of providing full- or part-time care to an older adult aged 60 and older. The program provides services relevant to the caregiver's individual needs, allowing him or her to provide quality care.
- Caregiver Resource Center has books and videos available to loan.
Educational Books at Heartland
Educational Videos at Heartland