Older Adult ER
Going to the emergency room is a stressful experience, especially for older adults. That’s why at Physicians Regional – Collier Blvd., we’ve made some enhancements to make it more comfortable and make you feel more at ease. The attentive, compassionate staff is specially trained* to care for older adults and is committed to helping you feel safe and secure. So when you or an older adult you love needs emergency care, choose the ER at Physicians Regional – Collier Blvd.
The older adult-friendly ER at Physicians Regional – Collier Blvd. features:
- Clinical staff specially trained in caring for older adults*
- Management team consisting of certified dementia practitioners
- Private patient rooms
- Special beds with thick, soft mattresses
- Larger, easy to read clocks
- Softer lighting
- Soothing room colors
- Large and easy-to-operate remote for nurse call and tv
- Arm rest seating and recliners for family comfort
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
*As of July 2019, all ED staff and medical providers have completed at least ten hours of geriatric care education.
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