Treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia

New Perspectives Program is a Partial Hospitalization/Intensive Outpatient Program designed to help seniors and older adults suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or anxiety. The program teaches coping skills to manage their symptoms on an on-going basis.  Deaconess Hospital's New Perspectives patients participate in groups as well as one-on-one sessions Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., returning home in the evenings. 

Deaconess Hospital's New Perspective group therapy focuses on recovery from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or anxiety. Therapy, determined by an initial assessment, is led by a multidisciplinary team supervised by one of our specialized older adult psychiatrists. The team includes a certified psychiatric nurse, clinical social workers and other mental health professionals. The comprehensive team approach ensures that all clinical and psycho-social needs from those suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or anxiety are met. Medication management, symptom management, and relapse prevention are some of the goals of the program.

Each New Perspectives patient receives an individualized discharge plan that includes follow-up aftercare to ensure continued success. Transportation is available within a limited service area and most insurance plans are accepted.

Deaconess Hospital New Perspectives Admission Criteria

The following are general guidelines for referrals:

o Seniors or older adults age 50 and up who are suffering from symptoms of severe depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or anxiety disorders.

o Insomnia or fatigue changes in appetite, loss of interest or frequent mood swings. 

o Inability to concentrate or make decisions.

o Requires daily monitoring and support.

o  Is capable of developing a support system with assistance of professional staff.

o At significant risk for relapse without a structured program.

o Reasonable expectation of improvement. 

Not all criteria need to be met to be considered.

To schedule an assessment, obtain referral information, or to discuss hospital admission procedures, please call Deaconess Hospital’s New Perspectives program at (513) 559-2750.