Memory Care – South Georgia Medical Center

SGMC Dogwood Senior Behavioral Health specializes in behavioral health care, more formally known as geriatric psychiatric care, for adults 55 and older. The secure 12-bed establishment serves adults with:

• Dementia with behavioral changes
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia
• substance abuse
• Suicidal thoughts
• Grief and/or loss
• And many other mental health issues

Services

A team of healthcare professionals, including a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, social worker, activity coordinator and nurses, develop individualized treatment plans to meet each patient’s needs:

• Complete medical and psychiatric evaluation
• Individual and group therapy
• Therapeutic activity groups
• Medication management and education
• Long-term job placement assistance, if needed
• Referral to community services, such as home care or palliative/hospice care
• Referral to outpatient therapy services upon request

SGMC Dogwood Senior Behavioral Health emphasizes family involvement. Family members are encouraged to attend weekly treatment team meetings with staff to discuss the patient’s progress.

Sponsorships

Referrals can be made by family members or by any medical professional who feels a person may benefit from this type of treatment. Call 229.433.8680for more information and to make a recommendation. The information is then reviewed by our psychiatric director to determine if the person is eligible for hospital treatment. Our admissions nurse will then contact you to discuss the next steps with you.

SGMC Dogwood Senior Behavioral Health does not accept involuntary admissions. Patients must be willing to accept treatment.

You can fax references to 229-433-8780

Why SGMC Dogwood is the best choice

“My mum has dementia and was having terrible hallucinations. My family and I asked for help many times and we were exhausted. Our doctor finally sent a referral for mum to get the right medications and feel good again. comfortable. After mum’s first stay at SGMC Dogwood, the change was dramatic and our family was whole again. We got my mum back because Dr. Morgan and the staff were able to provide her with a good quality of life , taking us away from stress.I give them 5 stars and highly recommend them!” – Janice McKinnon, Nashville

“The staff at SGMC Dogwood are so easy to work with. They always put the patient and family first and create a smooth transition in and out of the facility. My patients are doing so much better after their stay because it’s such a good environment and the staff treat them with so much love. – Christine Griner, Berrien Nursing Center

“There is not a single bad nurse in patient care at SGMC Dogwood. I’ve been to establishments that didn’t tell my mom the time. This place not only gave us immediate service, but also allowed us to stay involved during Mom’s treatment. They helped Mom’s anxiety so much that we finally got a full night’s sleep! The social worker also gave us resources for permanent placement, just what mom needed. I am so thankful to all the staff!” –Deborah Wade, Nashville