Abstract
This session will describe innovative ways to deliver mental health services to three high-risk, older adult populations: (1) racial/ethnic minorities; (2) socially isolated older adults; and (3) older adults with severe mental illness. Treatment alternatives addressing the cognitive, physical and mental health needs will be discussed. Particular attention will be paid to the use of technology and paraprofessionals in delivering non-traditional psychotherapeutic interventions (e.g. health promotion, cognitive remediation therapy). In addition, the role of increased social connectivity and reduced social isolation – as main outcome and potential moderating variable – will also be presented.