Valley Behavioral Health at Shenandoah Memorial Hospital offers outpatient behavioral health care for adults and adolescents age 14 and older with psychiatric needs. Our team works together to ensure patients understand their diagnosis and to develop a specific treatment plan to ensure successful treatment.
Learn more about our providers: Thomas Cardwell, MD and Barbara Brennan, C-FNP.
Senior Outpatient Behavioral Health Program
The Senior Outpatient Behavioral Health Program (SOP) is a new service offered at Shenandoah Memorial Hospital which focuses on enhancing the skills and resources of Seniors experiencing significant psychiatric issues. Program goals include fostering quality relationships, enhancing self-confidence and building self-reliance. The SOP is an intensive clinical program with a group therapy format for patients 55 years and up with a primary mental health diagnosis.
Assessments & Referrals
Our clinical staff offers confidential assessments to determine if behavioral health services are needed. Referrals to our program may be made by the family physician, nurses, mental health professionals, assisted living facilities and others concerned about the welfare of their family member, friend or loved one. Patients can also self-refer into the program.
Admissions Criteria & Scheduling
Admissions to the outpatient behavioral health program are based on the following:
- Individuals 18 and older requiring mental health support within an intensive structured afternoon setting.
- Individuals 55 and older requiring mental health support within an intensive structured morning setting.
