EJGH - Services

Geriatric services at East Jefferson General Hospital are designed not only to care for patients, but to provide assistance for caregivers as well. The Adult Day Center offers a safe and enjoyable place that helps clients maximize their independence while giving caregivers worry-free time to work, run errands or just relax.

Behavioral disturbances, when a person threatens to harm himself or others, can arise in conjunction with a psychiatric disorder, such as Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia or depression. The Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit specializes in treating patients aged 65 or older when these disturbances occur.

Adult Day Center
As the population continues to age, adults are finding themselves not only caring for their children, but also for their parents or significant others. Caregivers carry an especially heavy burden in their efforts to provide consistent support and supervision.

The Adult Day Center can help shoulder some of that weight by offering a safe and enjoyable environment for adult clients in need. The center is a medically based facility that offers services that include nursing, social services, and monitoring of medication, vital signs and weight. Under the direction of a Certified Patient Activity Director, activities are designed not only for fun and socialization, but also to help patients maximize their level of independence for as long as possible.

Eligibility
Any adult that is over 18 years of age who needs assistance with activities of daily living, medication monitoring, nutritional support, and social stimulation may be eligible. Typically our clients have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's, stroke, dementia, depression, Parkinson's disease, or other illnesses. All clients must have a physician's order to participate.

Activities
A typical day includes morning coffee and news, social time, exercise, small and large group activities, a health class and some relaxation time. Fridays are "beauty shop" days, when clients can have their hair and nails done.

Meals
Continental breakfast, a nutritional, heart healthy lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided.

Program Hours
Hours are from 6:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Clients must be picked up by closing time, or a late fee will be charged.

Transportation
The program does not provide transportation. However, you can arrange for transportation through MITS (Mobility Impaired Transportation Service) for a small fee. Call 889-7152 for more information on this service.

Program cost
Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available. Some long term insurance carriers may offer reimbursement and some clients may be Medicaid eligible. Call the center at 837-2629 for more information.

Contact
Mailing Address
3929 West Metairie Avenue
Metairie, LA 70001

Phone
504-837-2629

Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit
This secure, 11-bed psychiatric unit is designed to treat patients 65 or older with a variety of psychiatric diagnoses. The unit treats patients who, because of a psychiatric disorder, might harm themselves or others, or are gravely disabled.

A seniors-only psychiatric unit is important because seniors are often uncomfortable, or even fearful, when mixed with younger patients on general adult psychiatric units. The Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit is designed to cater to the unique needs of seniors, providing the safe and comfortable environment essential to successful treatment.

Services