Counseling for Seniors

The aging process may be overwhelming for the older adult. Struggling with the loss of independence, the loss of a partner, loneliness or poor health can all be a challenging part life. These stressful situations can lead to clinical depression and anxiety.

Depression and anxiety are the most common mental health problems among seniors and can be debilitating and reduce the quality of life and overall health of the person who is battling with these conditions. Older adults are less likely to report psychiatric symptoms and are more likely to emphasize physical complaints.

Comforts of Home Counseling specializes working with older adults and caregivers of older adults. We provide counseling for seniors who may be experiencing problems with:

• Anxiety, panic or excessive worries.
• Mood changes, depression or an increase in irritability.
• Dealing with grief & loss issues.
• Loss of independence.
• Memory changes.
• Facing terminal illness.
• Dealing with death and dying.
• Chronic pain.
• Relationship issues.

Therapy and care management services can help older adults who may have difficulty with the transitions of aging to manage their emotions, find new sources of enjoyment, manage their health and wellbeing and remain in their home. Family or individual therapy can also assist family members who may be caregivers of their elder relatives, as it can assist them in dealing with their emotions, communication issues—which may be especially helpful if an senior has some form of dementia—and community resources.

Our therapists at Comforts of Home Counseling provide evaluation, counseling and consultation services at various locations:

• Our Battle Creek Office.
• At various assisted living facilities in the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo areas.
• In the client’s home*.
• At Senior Care Partners P.A.C.E.

* In order to qualify for services in the home, the client must have a situation or medical condition that prevents them from coming into the office for services. There are also limitations in our ability to provide in home services based on distance from the COHC main office.