Business Details
7 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Mental Health Care for Seniors in Durham, NC
Senior Health & Education Partners has been dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care services to residents of long-term care communities across North and South Carolina since 2019. Our team of board-certified clinicians specializes in psychiatric and memory care services, prioritizing personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of seniors. We collaborate closely with healthcare providers and facility staff to ensure holistic care and education on best medical practices. With over two decades of combined experience among our leadership, we emphasize undivided attention during patient exams and maintain a philosophy centered on building strong partnerships with patients, families, and communities.Our mission drives us to be the premier mental health provider through individualized treatment, while our vision focuses on fostering bonds that promote optimal patient outcomes. We offer 24/7 on-call clinician support for after-hours emergencies and conduct free educational seminars to enhance staff knowledge and patient care quality.
Services
Psychiatric Services
Medication Management
Psychotherapy
Memory Care
Cognitive Testing
Dementia Treatment
Mood Disorder Care
Anxiety Treatment
Educational Seminars
Psychotic Disorder Management
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized psychiatric care tailored to seniors' unique needs
- Our clinicians have decades of combined experience in geriatric mental health
- We collaborate with facility staff to enhance patient care quality
- Free educational seminars improve staff understanding of mental health practices
- 24/7 on-call clinician support available for after-hours emergencies
What people say
Personalized care
Experienced clinicians
Responsive service
Compassionate approach
Effective treatment
Services
Psychiatric Services
Our psychiatric services provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for seniors in long-term care communities. We address complex mental health conditions through individualized care plans that consider each patient's unique medical history and needs. Our board-certified clinicians work closely with families and facility staff to ensure coordinated care that improves overall quality of life while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
Medication Management
Our medication management service ensures optimal treatment outcomes through careful monitoring of psychiatric medications. Our clinicians track drug interactions, side effects, and therapeutic benefits while considering non-pharmacological treatment options. We collaborate with patients, families, and facility staff to develop balanced treatment approaches that prioritize patient safety and quality of life in long-term care settings.
Cognitive Testing
Cognitive testing services use scientifically validated assessments to measure memory, concentration, and reasoning abilities. These evaluations help create personalized treatment plans and track cognitive progress over time. Our assessments assist healthcare professionals in developing targeted interventions for patients experiencing cognitive decline or seeking to maintain optimal brain health in long-term care environments.
Dementia Treatment
Specialized dementia treatment addresses various forms including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, and vascular dementia. Our clinicians develop comprehensive care plans that combine medical management with behavioral interventions. We focus on maintaining cognitive function, managing symptoms, and improving quality of life for patients while providing education and support to families and long-term care facility staff.
Educational Seminars
Free educational seminars provide continuing education for long-term care facility staff. These sessions cover best practices in mental health care, medication management, and patient communication. Our training programs aim to enhance staff capabilities in addressing residents' mental health needs while promoting better patient outcomes through improved care practices and interdisciplinary collaboration.
People
Carol Gibbs, M.D.
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with 25+ years of experience specializing in geriatric mental health and severe persistent mental illness. Graduated from Duke University and UNC School of Medicine. Committed to compassionate care for seniors in long-term care communities.
Lisa B., DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 22+ years of nursing experience. Holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and specializes in geriatric mental health care. Combines clinical practice with graduate nursing education to improve patient outcomes in long-term care settings.
Shaniqua W., LCSW
Clinical Social Worker
Licensed clinical social worker with expertise in geriatric mental health and crisis intervention. Provides therapeutic services to seniors in long-term care communities. Specializes in building strong therapeutic relationships to enhance patients' quality of life through personalized care approaches.
Serene M.
Chief Operating Officer
Healthcare administrator with a Masters in Healthcare Administration. Oversees daily operations and strategic planning. Brings over a decade of medical field experience to ensure efficient delivery of mental health services across long-term care communities.
Katie D., LCSW
Chief Compliance Officer
Licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in human services. Focuses on ensuring quality care standards and regulatory compliance. Combines clinical expertise with administrative leadership to maintain high-quality mental health services for seniors in long-term care facilities.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for seniors?
We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, memory care, and cognitive testing services tailored to seniors' unique needs in long-term care communities.
Do you accept insurance for mental health care?
Yes, we accept all government and private insurance plans to ensure accessible mental health care services for seniors in long-term care facilities.
Do you provide staff training for care facilities?
Yes, we offer free educational seminars for long-term care staff to improve mental health care practices and earn continuing education credits.
What areas do you serve?
We provide mental health services to long-term care communities across North and South Carolina.
How do you involve families in patient care?
We actively collaborate with families, incorporating their insights into treatment plans while maintaining regular communication about patient progress and needs.
