Emory University Services for Older Adults
For depression and other mood disorders:
- Wesley Woods Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry (Emory Healthcare)
For hospital admission & assessment Information, call 404-728-6222 or Visit Website
- Emory Outpatient Geriatric Psychiatry
For clinic appointments, call 404-728-6302 or Visit Website
- Emory Transitions Senior Program (Outpatient Program for Depression and Anxiety)
Call 404-728-6975 or Visit Website - Weekly Peer Support Group for Older Adults
Call 404-712-6943
For other related concerns:
Geriatric Medicine Services at Emory Healthcare
Call 404-778-7777 or Visit Website
Emory Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Call 404-728-6950 or Visit Website
Emory Movement Disorder Program
Call Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5 pm 404-778-3444 (non-surgical needs) or Visit Website
Emory Clinic Sleep Center
Call 404-712-7533 (SLEEP) or Visit Website
To access mental health, substance abuse and crisis services 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line: 1-800-715-4225
For general information on local Aging and Disabilities Resources, contact the Atlanta Regional Commission / Atlanta Area Agency on Aging
Call 404-463-3333 or Visit Website
Did You Know…
It is estimated that 20% of people age 55 years or older experience some type of mental health concern. The most common conditions include anxiety, severe cognitive impairment, and mood disorders (such as depression or bipolar disorder).
– American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry (2008)
