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The Brookville Hospital Senior Transitions Unit is a nine bed inpatient unit specializing in the treatment of psychiatric disorders experienced by older adults. As we age, we often undergo significant changes in our lives that may contribute to a decline in our overall physical and emotional well being. We may experience declining health, loss of a loved one, loss of independence, social isolation, or difficulties stemming from problems with dementia.
Often it is difficult for older individuals to access mental health services. They often encounter physical and emotional limitations, transportation difficulties, minimal social support systems and stigma regarding behavioral health treatment. In order to further assist our senior population in obtaining treatment the Senior Transitions Unit provides on-site mental health assessments to determine if there is a need for inpatient psychiatric treatment. Through this assessment process, patients and families are educated on the mental health problem, the admission process and what to expect while in treatment. The Senior Transitions Unit offers educational program on a variety of topics r/t mental health and aging issues. Some of these topics include:
Dr. Bradford Bobrin is the medical director of the Senior Transitions Unit. Dr. Bobrin specializes in the treatment of medical causes of psychiatric illnesses, mental health issues associated with medical illness and in the treatment of behavioral health issues of experienced by older adults. A team of specialists and general care physicians monitor the medical concerns of the patients while they are in treatment at the unit. The staff at the Senior Transitions Unit consists of a group of caring individuals who share a common goal to assist each patient in functioning at the highest level possible – emotionally and physically. The Brookville Hospital Senior Transitions Unit is located on the 3rd floor of the hospital. Referrals are accepted 24 hours/day, 7days/week by calling: 814 849-1844 or 814 849-1850 Referrals can be made by:
The Senior Transitions Unit accepts a variety of insurances including Medicare. In some cases, admission may be dependent upon the insurance provider’s pre-certification for the admission. |