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
305-6740
University of Tennessee Medical Center
1928 Alcoa Highway, Medical Bldg. B, Suite 102, 37920
Provides evaluation, treatment, planning, and assistance with treatment for persons with memory problems or seizures, movement disorders, and multiple sclerosis.
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Geriatric Assessment Program (GAP)
632-5058
a member of Mercy Health Partners
101 Blount Avenue, Baptist Riverside, Suite 650, 37920 (street) P.O. Box 1788, 37901 (mailing)
Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of persons 55+ who have memory loss, depression, anxiety, or other conditions that decrease functioning. All services offered in an office setting.
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Higher Ground Intensive Outpatient Program
545-7220
a member of Mercy Health Partners
900 E. Oak Hill Avenue, 37917
Free assessment. Call for an appointment, Mon.- Fri., 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Lunch provided; transportation, if needed. Call 545-7863 for emergencies and 24-hour access.
Peninsula Senior Day Hospital
374-7154
a member of Covenant Health
6800 Baum Drive, 37919
Assessment and treatment for adults 55+ experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and other psychiatric illnesses. Initial assessment free of charge. Transportation provided. Insurance and private pay.
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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 Behavioral Health
545-7020
a member of Mercy Health Partners
900 E. Oak Hill Avenue, 37917
