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Mental health affects all ages and all walks of life.

iTrust Wellness Group provides psychiatric medication management and counseling services to both the elderly and homebound individuals.

 

Seniors may struggle with transitioning to a new reality, which can increase feelings of sadness, anger, and anxiety.  They often have a fear of losing their independence and experience more social isolation. These life-altering events frequently lead to an ambiguity between what constitutes "circumstantial blues" and what are actual mental health concerns. Furthermore, current health conditions can make it difficult to differentiate between what is a physical and mental health symptom. Finding the true extent of mental health diagnoses can help clarify why symptoms are presenting and how to alleviate them.

Below are the steps to submitting a referral for your loved one: 

  1. Contact the community wellness director or executive director about your concerns and tell them you would like a referral submitted to iTrust Wellness Group. 

  2. Needed documentation: a demographic form, medication list, a copy of the resident's insurance, and signed consent for treatment. 

  3. Fax all documentation to iTrust Wellness Group at 864-383-6258

Mental health medication management in this population can be a delicate process - we strive to ensure medications are adjusted in a methodical and conscientious manner. As part of our efforts to provide this, our clinicians visit elderly clients every 2 weeks in the comfort of their residential facility, and homebound care is held through a telepsychiatry platform to allow for convenient access without sacrificing quality of care. We additionally work closely with medical providers to coordinate care for the full spectrum of health for each client. 

If interested in learning more about our services, please contact our Clinical Coordinators, at geriatrics@itrustwellnessgroup.com, or use the Contact Us form at the bottom of this page.

Symptoms and signs your loved one may be struggling with their mental health:  

• Changes in appetite, energy level, and/or mood
• Changes in sleep patterns. Sleeping too much, or difficulty falling and staying asleep

• Difficulty expressing positive emotions 
• Persistent hopelessness, sadness, or suicidal thoughts
• Edginess, nervousness, or restlessness

• Cognitive issues including memory problems, trouble problem solving, loss of judgment, and loss of perception
• Anger, agitation, or increased aggressiveness
• Unusual behaviors or thoughts that affect social, work, or family
• Problems grooming or household maintenance

Conditions Treated

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Testimonial

"A quick note to let her boss know how very much we appreciate Misty!  She’s been seeing my mom,  who has advanced/late/end stage Alzheimer’s, in assisted living.  Misty has been the first and only one in our experience so far at the assisted living  who has any working knowledge of the disease, picked up on tidbits of information we’ve been able to provide to take appropriate next action, knows what to look for, how to interpret it, and possible solutions.  Misty has been very matter-of-fact while at the same time being very sensitive to the family while providing a wealth of information.  She has truly been a lifesaver for us in a difficult time, walking us through different possibilities,  when too many in the field are not well versed in dealing with this disease process.  I’ve looked forward to hearing what Misty has had to offer more than any other provider, and appreciate her more than I can express.   I trust all at iTrust Wellness Group values her as much as we do. "

  • Depression

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Anxiety

  • OCD

  • Delirium

  • Cognitive Impairment

  • Mood Swings/ Aggression

  • Schizophrenia

  • Addiction

  • Loss and Grief

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iTrust Wellness Group understands how important communication is for an effective treatment plan and for peace of mind for all involved. Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions or feedback.

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