The Lisa and Ernest Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit
Diagnoses Treated
- Depression
- Diagnoses Treated
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety/Panic Disorders
- Schizophrenia/Psychotic Disorders
- Delirium
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
- Impulse Control or Dissociative Disorder
- Dementia with Behavioral Problems
Specialized Acute Psychiatric
Care for Seniors
The Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit at the Jewish Home is a remarkable facility for short-term geriatric psychiatric care.
Our state-of-the-art inpatient facility is the preferred choice in Los Angeles County for short-term treatment, incorporating the Jewish Home's nationally-acclaimed model of compassionate, high-quality care.
With specialized geriatric staff and an interdisciplinary team treatment approach, our focus is on reducing symptoms and treating the underlying condition in a calm, nurturing environment. The Unit's beautiful facilities include exclusively private rooms, each with private bathroom.
Voluntary Admission
The Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit admits individuals who are
60 years and older and experiencing stressful mental or emotional
challenges that require intensive, short-term care. Patients must
have a primary psychiatric diagnosis, and may be admitted 24 hours
a day/7 days a week. The average length of stay is 10-14 days, but
will vary with each individual.
Following treatment, patients return to their prior residence unless discharge placement is requested. The primary care physician is kept updated during a patient's stay, and a follow-up appointment is made with the patient's physician as part of the discharge plan.
Involuntary Admission
The Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit also accepts patients for involuntary psychiatric observation and care for up to 72 hours (under Sections 5150 or 5200 of the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act).
Involuntary admission may be may be initiated by a physician, clinician, peace officer or concerned family member. It applies to an individual deemed to be in danger of harming him- or herself or others, or to be gravely disabled with a psychiatric diagnosis, including severe depression or dementia.
Specialized Geriatric Care
Our interdisciplinary team provides coordination of multiple
geriatric specialities to develop, implement, and review individualized
treatment plans on an ongoing basis.
Treatment features include:
- Specialized Staff — Board-certified gero-psychiatrists,
experienced psychiatric RNs
and social workers - Physicians, RN, and Pharmacy 24/7
- Comprehensive medical work-up and treatment
- Individual, Group, Cognitive, Recreational, and Family Therapies
- Spiritual Counseling, Kosher Meals
- Discharge Planning and Residential Placement
Admission & Reimbursement
It is the Jewish Home's policy to admit individuals of all faiths, ethnicities, and racial backgrounds. Patients with total care needs are welcome. Medicare A or equivalent insurance is accepted.
For more information regarding the Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit, please call 818.758.5042.
The Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit is one of the few facilities in Los Angeles solely dedicated to the psychiatric treatment of seniors. To tour the facility or request additional information, contact our Program Director at 818.758.5045.
The Auerbach Behavioral Health Center is Medicare Certified. It has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval.
