Geriatric Medical Psychiatry Unit

UMass Memorial Health’s Geriatric Medical Psychiatry Unit provides around-the-clock services in a compassionate and supportive environment. Our integrated approach blends medical and psychiatric care so your loved one gets the most out of their hospital stay.

Conditions We Treat 

Geriatric psychiatrists evaluate and treat a broad range of conditions that commonly impact older adults, including: 

• Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Anxiety disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Depression
• Parkinson disease  
• Psychosis Schizophrenia

Geriatric Psychiatry Services

Our services help patients live their best possible quality of life through services that include: 

Evaluations

We perform a thorough assessment of your loved one’s psychiatric symptoms, medications, medical issues, cognitive abilities and lifestyle. Our team also interviews family members to learn as much as possible about mental health concerns, home life and potential safety issues. 

Medication Management

Geriatric psychiatrists prescribe medications that ease mental health symptoms and their impact on your loved one’s life. We select options that are safe and effective in older adults to lower the risk of harmful drug interactions and complications. 

Occupational Therapy

Highly skilled occupational therapists optimize your loved one’s independence with services that take into account mental health challenges and physical limitations. We teach older adults new techniques for completing daily tasks like eating and bathing. Services also include recommendations that reduce the risk of falls.

Group Interactions

Your loved one participates in structured enrichment and support activities alongside people with similar issues. These interactions may include education about mental health conditions, cognitive behavioral therapy and therapeutic games. These interactions teach coping strategies and help people feel less alone in their recovery.