Our therapy services include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology up to 7 days a week. Each individual is evaluated by our therapy team and, if needed, will receive the appropriate amount of these therapies. An individualized plan of care is established with the interdisciplinary team and physician to meet each resident’s therapy goals.

Our program and services to meet the varied needs of individuals, include but are not limited to:

Speech-language Pathology

Speech-language pathology specializes in the recovery of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing functions. Our speech language pathologists provide hearing screenings and a variety of services designed to assist the individual to develop effective communication and swallowing skills.

Speech/language Pathology programs may include, but are not limited to:

• Re-education in speech and language skills following stroke, head injury or other trauma
• Evaluation, selection and implementation of augmentative and alternative communications systems for those with severe speech problems
• Hearing Screenings
  

• Aid in the development of cognitive skills, such as memory, problem solving and reasoning
  
• Evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders to safely meet nutrition and hydration needs
  
• Specialty services in tracheostomy care
  

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is the identification, remediation and rehabilitation of acute or prolonged physical dysfunction and limitations to normal movement. This specialty addresses the needs of individuals recovering from musculoskeletal injuries, neurological insult, wounds or pain and weakness as a result of illness of injury.