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Methodist Hospital of ChicagoElderly In Distress Program |
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For the last century, Methodist Hospital of Chicago has provided
comprehensive and personalized healthcare services for the elderly in the greater
metropolitan area. As the elderly population has grown in number, both the scope and
variety of their needs have increased dramatically. In response, we have expanded our
community service mission in order to better meet the needs of those we are called upon to
serve. At Methodist Hospital of Chicago we always strive to care for our patients with
dignity and compassion. Methodist Hospital offers a distinctive, caring approach to healthcare, which is
uniquely tailored to serve Chicago's senior population. The Hospital is a 245-bed,
nonprofit, non- sectarian institution with a staff of physicians and other supportive
healthcare professionals who are among the most respected in their field. Our staff treats
each patient with a level of understanding and expertise that has established Methodist
Hospital as a uniquely caring institution. |
Our commitment to serve the need of the elderly goes well beyond the walls of the Hospital. Over the course of many years, Methodist has built strong relationships with many government and private social services organizations. Our community outreach Elderly in Distress (EID) team has established a reputation built on quick response and has practiced crisis management for those in need of its services. The response team includes an outreach coordinator and at least one member of our nursing staff. We are able to make a qualified assessment as to a person's mental and physical condition, as well as evaluate what immediate steps need to be taken to assure the health and safety of the individual. If hospitalization is required, Methodist Hospital of Chicago is equipped with the latest diagnostic equipment.