Mary Starke Harper Geriatric Psychiatric Center
115 Harper Court
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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About Mary Starke Harper Geriatric Psychiatric Center
The Mary Starke Harper Geriatric Psychiatric Center is a residential mental health facility located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. They treat people who are over 65 and have a mental health condition. They also treat substance use disorder (SUD) for those who have dual diagnoses.
Individualized and Holistic Treatment for Seniors
Potential clients will have a full physical and psychological assessment before being admitted to determine if residential treatment is necessary. Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance policies are accepted.
Clients will have group and individual therapy. They have a language interpreter for those who are hard of hearing. I was happy to see they also have a dietician who prepares food and consults with clients about their diet.
There is a group specifically for people who struggle with mental health issues and substance use disorders together. Therapists are trained in cognitive behavioral therapy which is often used in the treatment of SUD.
Building a Positive Life in Recovery
Seniors need to socialize and have plenty of recreation time. I love the music and recreational therapy there. They also have exercise classes and they even have a pastoral counselor that clients can visit.
The facility employs a physical therapist, so everyone can continue to work on mobility issues. A staff auditory specialist can help with speech therapy.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy in Alabama helps people overcome addiction by managing challenging emotions and thoughts. It is commonly used during addiction and co-occurring disorder treatment.Senior Drug & Alcohol Rehab
Elderly rehab in Alabama is addiction treatment designed for older adults. These programs may offer detox, residential treatment, or outpatient treatment as well as case management for aftercare.Levels of Care
Insurance
Medicaid Accepted
If eligible for Medicaid, you can utilize the coverage to help pay for alcohol and drug rehab in Alabama. Cove...ring all levels of care, Alabama Medicaid can make detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and other forms of recovery affordable.
Medicare Accepted
If eligible for Medicare, you may have coverage options available to assist with the cost of alcohol and drug ...rehab in Alabama. The coverage amount will depend on many things, including whether you are seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for substance abuse.
TRICARE
Administered by the Department of Defense, TRICARE offers comprehensive military health insurance plans for ac...tive and retired military members and their families. Similar to PPO programs offered by private insurance companies, TRICARE covers multiple levels of care for addiction treatment, including detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient services.
Private Insurance 
Self-Pay Options Contact Mary Starke Harper Geriatric Psychiatric Center
205-366-3010 
