The Brook Hospital – Dupont offers an inpatient unit devoted to the unique needs of older adults who are experiencing problems with psychiatric illness and/or emotional disorders. This program is designed to provide the highest level of direct patient care that is possible which includes physical, social, spiritual, medical and psychotherapeutic interventions.
This program also focuses on stabilizing exacerbated symptoms associated with dementia—such as depression, irritability, combativeness/aggression, non-compliance with medication or need to re-evaluate current medication regime.
Services include the following:
Upon completion of the inpatient program, an appropriate referral is then made for the patient to continue treatment in the least restrictive level of care possible (i.e., partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, outpatient). The level of care recommended is determined by the individual needs of the patient.
We cannot offer diagnosis, counseling or recommendations online, but an Assessment and Referral specialist is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 502-426-6380. If you are currently experiencing an emergency, please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.