Solutions for Successful Aging

What Resources Are In Your Area?... Here Are Some Great Resources for Seniors in Birmingham, AL.

"The UAB Gerontology Program has been ranked one of the best in the country in U.S. News & World Report."

Here is a list of some of their services and contact number:

Contact numbers for programs:
#Geriatric Clinic, (205)996-2770
# Geriatric Health Center at Fair Haven, (205)975-2322
# Continence Clinic, (205)801-8705
# Geriatric Heart Failure Clinic, (205)996-2770
# Palliative Medicine/Supportive Care Clinic, (205)975-8190
# Palliative and Comfort Care Unit, University Hospital, (205)996-6870
# Alzheimer Family Program, (205)934-2178
# Geriatric Psychiatric Services, (205)934-7008
# Geriatric Psychiatry Clinic, (205)934-6054
# Center for Low Vision Rehabilitation, (205)488-0736
# Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Clinic, (205)801-8187
# Prostate Center, (205)801-8940
# Driving Assessment Clinic, (205)325-8646
# Glaucoma Service, (205)325-8110
# Center for Translational Research on Aging and Mobility, (205)934-2610
# Memory Disorders Clinic, (205)934-3847

Comment by Ginny on June 7, 2009 at 1:14pm: We are no longer in the Birmingham area but when we were there, UAB and The Kirklin Clinic saved me! Anyone who is a caretaker knows the doctor appts are endless! It is so difficult to transport my Mother and it was such a great blessing to have all of her doctors in one location! When we moved her to Atlanta, I can't tell you how many times and places I had to take her to just to maintian her! If you are in Birmingham...be sure to take advantage of all the services Dr. Ford listed!

Comment by Robyn Blaikie Collins on June 11, 2009 at 3:13am: I met with a woman today who was in town from Houston, but whose mother is staying in Dallas. I shared the opportunities for binding her family in one place in regard to the care of her mother (who is in Dallas) and it may very well bring restoration to the family. When we feel like we're not alone, we are able to bear greater opportunities to serve. (a phrase we suggested she use, as opposed to 'burden')

Comment by Bryan Ford on June 11, 2009 at 6:34am: Many other big cities have similar set ups, especially through university hospitals. In Atlanta, GA one of the best resources of information about all senior services is the Atlanta Regional Commission, which you can also connect through their sister website AgeWise. They will be helpful those people living in the suburbs of Atlanta on where to find great senior health care. As for those living closer to downtown and have senior health needs, Piedmont Hospital is known for their great senior care and discharge planning services.