Geriatric Services

Senior Behavioral Health Programs

Geriatric Services at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital are an integral part of the broader USC Geriatric Care program, offering a full continuum of care tailored to the unique needs of adults aged 50 and over. As part of Keck Medicine of USC, this collaboration ensures that patients receive comprehensive, personalized support across a network of specialized providers dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of older adults.

Stepping Stones Inpatient Program
Our inpatient program offers free 24/7 crisis assessments for individuals 50 years of age or older who may need inpatient admission. This program may benefit individuals exhibiting the following behaviors:

• Anxiousness
• Actions that endanger self and others
• Experiencing hallucinations
• Making statements or gestures about suicide
• Feelings of paranoia
• Experiencing decline in the ability to function
• Withdrawing from social activities

For more information or to arrange a free assessment, call (818) 952-2270.

Stepping Stones Outpatient Program
Our outpatient program provides assessment, therapies and a wide variety of emotional and mental health care options to meet the individual needs of adults ages 50 and over who are suffering from:

• A decline in daily functioning
• Insomnia, other sleep issues and restlessness
• Sadness, isolation, low motivation or changes in energy levels
• Panic and anxiety
• Persistent thoughts, pain or discomfort
• Unresolved grief or other feelings of loss

To arrange a free assessment with our outpatient program, please call (818) 949-4011.

Classes about the aging process are also available.