Senior Life Solutions

Aging brings many joys - more time with family and freedom in retirement - but our older years can also bring difficult life transitions including the loss of loved ones and stress from age-related health concerns.

St. Luke Hospital's Senior Life Solutions is an intensive outpatient group therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of adults typically 65 years of age and older struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety often related to aging.

If you or someone you know has recently experienced any of the following, this program might be right for you:

Recently experienced a traumatic event
Lost a spouse or close family member
Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
Changes in appetite
Difficulty sleeping or changes in sleep patterns
Loss of energy
Feelings of sadness or grief lasting more than two weeks
Feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness
Dealing with a chronic health condition or diagnosis

If you are wondering if this program may be right for you, click here to take an online "check your mood" quiz. All information provided in this quiz is anonymous.

Following an individual assessment, patients meet up to three times per week in a supportive, encouraging group setting.

The program staff includes a board-certified psychiatrist, licensed social workers, a registered nurse, and other professionals dedicated to the emotional well-being of the seniors in our community.

Referrals to the program can be made by anyone, including a patient's physician, family member, self-referral, or another healthcare professional.

For more information about Senior Life Solutions, call 620-382-2177 ext. 520 or click here .