Geriatric Psychiatry Assessment Unit – 3rd Floor

What we do

This is an inpatient unit to serve clients over the age of 65 who require assessment, treatment, and diagnoses for a new onset of a psychiatric illness or new onset of cognitive decline. The unit also provides assessment and treatment for clients of any age who have a diagnosed dementia with challenging psychiatric or behavioral symptoms. This unit is located on the third floor of the Mental Health and Addictions Centre.

Our team

  • Psychiatrists
  • Psychiatry residents
  • Medical doctor (general practitioner)
  • Neuropsychologist
  • Registered nurses
  • Licensed practical nurse
  • Personal care attendants
  • Social worker
  • Social work assistants
  • Occupational therapist
  • Occupational therapy assistant
  • Physiotherapist
  • Physiotherapy assistant
  • Recreational therapist
  • Recreation therapy workers
  • Dietician
  • Discharge liaison nurse

How to access this service

Clients can be admitted to Geriatric Psychiatry in the following ways:

  • Via Psychiatric Assessment Unit
  • Direct admission via psychiatrist outpatient clinics
  • Referrals completed by outpatient psychiatrist, family doctor, or nurse practitioner are sent to the geriatric psychiatry referral coordinator. Clients requiring inpatient stay will be placed on a waitlist for Geriatric Psychiatry.

Where we are

Mental Health and Addictions Centre
Acute Care – 3rd Floor
300 Prince Philip Drive
St. John’s NL
A1B 3V6

Hours of operation

24 hours, seven days a week

How to reach us

Telephone: 709-777-3517

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Last updated: 2025-05-20