Integrity for Older Adults

Helping older adults cope and thrive

Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues are not a normal part of aging. Yet, one in four older adults experiences a mental health disorder, a number is expected to double in the next decade. If you or someone you love is struggling, we can help. At SUN, we offer programs to help older adults cope and take control of their own healing.

A Path to Recovery

Some people are forced to deal with chronic mental illness throughout their life, but mental health problems can also appear late in life. Issues can arise in response to a stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, diabetes, and even through some medications. As one of the country’s most comprehensive behavioral health organizations, SUN works to make life better and create positive outcomes for older patients dealing with mental health issues. Our psychiatrists and master’s level therapists are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you on your road to recovery.

We’ll help uncover and resolve the issues that can affect mood, attitudes, and behaviors. SUN combines an experienced and knowledgeable staff with the best  industry-leading practices to give every senior patient a path to recovery and wellness. Our Integrity Program is designed to assist older adults experiencing any of the following:

• Co-occurring disorders
• Thoughts or actions of self-harm
• Dangerous behaviors toward others
• High-risk behaviors
• Decreased ability (or inability) to function and complete activities of daily living
• Depression, hopelessness
• Problems with concentration or decision-making
• Unexplained fatigue
• Feelings of worthlessness and helplessness
• Memory loss
• Increase or decrease in appetite
• Social withdrawal

Treatment for Older Adults

At SUN, our staff is trained in all senior adult illnesses, and our experienced team develops treatment plans customized for the needs of each individual patient. Our program uses evidence-based treatment, including everything from healthy living groups to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Our trauma care approach uses the principles of safety, empowerment, trustworthiness, collaboration, and choice. The SUN team guides each patient through the process and provides the tools necessary for recovery. Patients are empowered to be the experts in their own healing. SUN’s treatment features include:

• Psychiatrists and nurse practitioners
• Compassionate around-the-clock nursing care
• Group psychotherapy
• Life skills and healthy living groups
• Stress management
• Mindfulness
• Problem-solving
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Recreational therapy
• Pet therapy
• Yoga
• Treatment in a trauma-informed environment with trauma-informed staff
• Collaboration with outpatient providers
• Aftercare planning for continued recovery