Geriatric Therapy Session

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Template for therapy with older adults and geriatric populations

geriatric elderly aging life review

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Aging Context

Age: [Specific age]. Health status: [Physical health]. Cognitive status: [Mental clarity]. Living situation: [Independent/assisted/etc]. Mobility: [Physical limitations].

Life Transitions

Recent changes: [Retirement/moves/losses]. Adjustment challenges: [Adaptation difficulties]. Meaning and purpose: [Life satisfaction]. Role changes: [Identity shifts]. Loss experiences: [Multiple losses].

Therapeutic Focus

Life review: [If applicable]. Grief and loss: [Multiple losses]. Depression/anxiety: [Mental health]. Cognitive concerns: [Memory/thinking]. Physical health: [Impact on mental health].

Session Adaptations

Pacing: [Session speed]. Communication: [Clarity level]. Physical comfort: [Accommodations]. Family involvement: [If appropriate]. Technology: [If using devices].

Progress Observations

Mood improvement: [Noted changes]. Engagement: [Participation level]. Insight: [Understanding gained]. Hope: [Optimism level]. Social connection: [Relationship improvements].

Support Planning

Community resources: [Available services]. Family support: [Involvement level]. Safety planning: [If needed]. Advanced directives: [If discussed]. Care coordination: [With other providers].

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