Assessment

A multidisciplinary evaluation of an older person’s memory or physical and psychological health. The team of health-care professionals who perform assessments includes some combination of physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses. If ongoing treatment is needed, these programs provide treatment or referrals to appropriate facilities. Medicare, TennCare, private insurance, or private pay.

Outpatient Geriatric Assessment Units

Patient can be referred for outpatient assessment by self, family, physician, or a community agency.

Cole Neuroscience Center

544-6740
University of Tennessee Medical Center
1928 Alcoa Highway, 37920
Provides evaluation, treatment, planning, and assistance with treatment for persons with memory problems or seizure, movement, and sleep disorders.
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Geriatric Assessment Program (GAP)

632-5058
affiliated with Baptist Health System
101 Blount Avenue, Baptist Medical Tower, Suite 650, 37920 (street)
P.O. Box 1788, 37901 (mailing)
Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of persons age 55+ who are experiencing memory loss, depression, anxiety, or other conditions resulting in a decrease of functioning. All services offered in an office setting.
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Peninsula Senior Day Hospital

374-7154
A member of Covenant Health
6800 Baum Drive, 37919
Assessment and treatment for adults 55+ experiencing depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric illnesses. Initial assessment free of charge.
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Inpatient Geriatric Assessment Units

In-hospital evaluation of older adults having medical, behavioral, mood, or memory problems. Short-term inpatient treatment. Physician referral.

Riverstone Senior Behavioral Center

373-1745
a member of Covenant Health
Parkwest Medical Center
9352 Park West Boulevard, 37923
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Senior Dynamics Unit

632-5059
affiliated with Baptist Health System
137 Blount Avenue, 37920 (street)
P.O. Box 1788, 37901 (mailing)