Day Care for the Older Person

Thin Better Feel Better for the older person is a psychotherapeutic programme where intensive forms of treatment are used including medications, psychotherapy, education and complementary treatments to help a person return to their former level of psychological functioning or the best level of functioning they are capable of. Adult day care programmes tend to be more social in nature, whereas Think Better Feel Better is an active treatment programme.

Growing older is often a rich and satisfying experience, but it is not always easy. The challenges that come with ageing can sometimes feel overwhelming. Help from a caring professional who understands the unique needs of older adults can make a difference.

Tri Health offers a comprehensive mental health and wellnes programme tailored to the specific needs of older adults. Our team of experienced professionals provides a wide range of services to meet the various mental health and physical concerns of older adults. We practice a culturally sensitive approach to treatment that reflects the rich diversity of our community.

We offer mental health services for a wide variety of life problems - from the complications of serious mental illness to difficulties with major life transitions such as retirement and relocation. every situation is unique, but some of the problems we address are: depression, anxiety, memory problems, family stress, death and dying and bereavement. Research has shown that older adults need different types of mental health services than the younger population and need clinicians who are competent and trained in their particular needs. This includes understanding the effects of ageing on the body and mind, the particular developmental tasks of later life and the ability to work with a team of caregivers.

Older adults often face a multitude of changes and stresses in relation to the ageing process, including health concerns, physical limitations, financial problems, loss of a loved one and isolation. Our day care programme provides the following services:

• Individual Counselling
• Group Counselling
• Memory Evaluation
• Reflexology
• Aromatherapy
• Meditation
• Specialisation in grief and loss
• Pain Management

For more information and to book an assessment please contact the day care coordinator on 0121 411 4034