Short-Term Rehab
Focused Care for a Faster Recovery
Short-term rehab is a focused, temporary program designed to help individuals recover from surgery, injury, or illness. It offers personalized therapy and care, helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence, so they can return home as quickly and safely as possible.
Therapies and Services Offered for Short-Term Rehab :
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Physical Therapy:
​Our physical therapy services are designed to help individuals regain strength, mobility, and function after an injury, surgery, or illness. Through personalized treatment plans, we focus on improving movement, reducing pain, and promoting overall wellness. Whether it’s through exercises, manual therapy, or specialized equipment, our goal is to support a safe and effective recovery, helping patients get back to their daily activities with confidence.
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Occupational Therapy:
​Occupational therapy (OT) services focus on helping individuals regain the skills needed for daily living and work after injury, illness, or surgery. OT practitioners provide personalized therapy to improve fine motor skills, coordination, and cognitive abilities. Whether it’s learning to dress, cook, or manage tasks at home or work, OT is all about empowering individuals to live as independently and confidently as possible. The goal is to support each person in adapting to their environment, regaining function, and improving their quality of life.
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Speech Therapy:
​Our speech therapy services are designed to help individuals improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive skills. Whether recovering from a stroke, dealing with a neurological condition, or facing speech challenges, our licensed speech therapists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans. We focus on improving speech clarity, language comprehension, vocal strength, and safe swallowing techniques, helping individuals regain confidence and enhance their quality of life.
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Nursing Care:
In addition to therapy aimed at restoring mobility and independence, Glenwood Retirement Village Short-Term Rehab offers 24-hour nursing care to support proper recovery and healing. This care may include wound management, catheter care, and assistance with daily activities like bathing, eating, and dressing, among other services.
Additional Information:
To qualify for a Medicare-covered stay at Glenwood Retirement Village Short-Term Rehab, you must meet the following requirements: - You have Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance. - You’ve had a qualifying hospital stay of at least three consecutive nights as an acute inpatient. - You are being transferred to GRV because you need skilled nursing care and/or rehabilitation therapy related to the condition for which you were hospitalized. - You are admitted to short-term rehab within 30 days of your hospital discharge. - A medical provider certifies that you require skilled nursing or rehabilitation services daily, and you receive those services. If you meet these conditions, you may be eligible for up to 100 days of coverage. Keep in mind, however, that not every Medicare-eligible patient qualifies for the full 100 days. Eligibility is determined individually based on Medicare guidelines.
Upon entering short-term rehab, our professional staff will evaluate your condition, needs, and health history. We’ll collaborate with you, your medical provider, therapists, care team, and family to set realistic, personalized goals. Throughout your stay, you’ll work with your care team to achieve these goals through appropriate therapies and nursing care. Your progress will be closely monitored, and goals may be adjusted as needed. Potential goals include: - Moving from bed to a chair - Getting in and out of a car - Walking with a walker or independently - Climbing stairs - Dressing yourself - Bathing independently - Getting to the bathroom on your own Your team includes several medical professionals who work together on your care: -24-hour skilled nursing teams -Occupational therapists -Physical therapists -Speech therapists -And more
Short-term rehab can be a good fit for a range of conditions and circumstances, including: - Post-surgery recovery from procedures such as: - Joint replacement - Cardiovascular surgery - Orthopedic surgeries - And more - Health changes due to: - Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) - Pneumonia - Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Stroke (CVA) - Heart Attack (MI) - And more - Injuries like: - Falls - Broken bones - Extensive wounds - And more
Information Requests
For information requests, please contact:
Ashley Levitz-Mickels
Admissions/Marketing Manager
(320) 634-5802