Memorial Health System

The Memorial Health System in Abilene, Kansas, hosts the Senior Life Solutions program for people 65 and older. It’s an intensive outpatient program to address behavioral health and substance abuse concerns in this vulnerable population. Referrals are welcome from family members and healthcare providers. This location accepts some insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. If you’re uninsured they can help you apply for Medicaid if you qualify.

Seniors from all walks of life are at a higher risk of compounding health problems due to challenges arising from their advanced age. While a treatment program designed for younger adults might be enough to address certain symptoms, specialized programs that address the problems that develop as we age can be more effective.

The Senior Life Solutions program does this by examining the link between mental health concerns (including addiction) and other life events. It explores traumas more commonly experienced by seniors and helps resolve those issues.

This is not a one on one program. You’ll attend three weekly sessions alongside other seniors facing difficulties similar to yours. In this setting, everyone has the chance to share and lend a hand as they make their recovery journey.

For some patients, the social component fills an often-neglected need. But even if you have an active social life, it’s still a prime opportunity to expand your circle.