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Thank you for choosing our award winning facility to

meet your rehab needs. We are extremely proud of our

acute inpatient rehabilitation unit. We built our prestigious

reputation by providing high quality personalized care.

Our experienced team of compassionate physicians, nurse

practitioners, nurses, and physical, occupational, and speech

therapists are committed to providing each patient with

exceptional and personalized rehab care. We focus on the

individual patient and helping them get back to their best

quality of life following an injury or illness. Our goal is to make

a difference one patient at a time.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE ONE PATIENT AT A TIME

MEET OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM

Holly Younker, PT Program Director

Peter Hales, OTR/L Therapy Supervisor

Anne Mokonyama, CRNP

Samantha Simpkins, PTA

Admissions Coordinator/Liaison

Kimberley DiBlassio, BSN RN

Nursing Supervisor/ Admissions Coordinator

Maggie Hertzler, BSN RN

Admissions Coordinator/Liaison

“ It took a caring community of highly skilled, compassionate

individuals to get me to where I am now. I feel whole again.”

— Adrienne

Gregory Chapis, MD Medical Director


Every day, for every patient our specialized team of board certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, and dedicated licensed therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care.

Our highly trained clinical team utilizes a patient-centered approach complete with individualized treatment planning and advanced therapies to maximize recovery for you or your loved one, during the time you need it most!

Our patient-centered unit is staffed by an experienced multidisplinary team that includes:

� Board certified physiatrists trained in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

� Rehab certified nurses who provide rehabilitation care and management of medical conditions.

� Physical therapists who work with patients to improve strength, endurance, balance, and master activities such as standing, walking, and use of mobility devices.

� Occupational therapists who work with patients on their ability to perform tasks of everyday living and perform other functions needed to return to the community.

� Nurse Practitioners who provide the day to day oversight of patient care.

� Respiratory therapists who assist in caring for patients with breathing problems and educate on use of equipment that will aid in breathing difficulties.

� Speech therapists who assist in areas of communication including speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing disorders.

� Social workers who provide emotional support, coordinate discharge plans and services, and assist in identifying additional resources to ensure a safe transition home.

� Psychologists who assist with emotional adjustments and lifestyle changes while providing a positive outlet for emotions.

� Personal Care Assistants who provide patients with personal care throughout the stay.

� Dietitians who assist with education of food and nutrition to promote health and manage diseases.

� Specialty consults available in-person and through tele-health.

AMAZING OUTCOMES BEGIN WITH AMAZING PEOPLE


Our acute rehabilitation unit provides every amenity needed for a safe and comfortable recovery:

� A 14-bed acute rehabilitation unit

� All private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions

� Rehab gym with a complete ADL suite including a full- size kitchen, washer, dryer, bathroom, and bedroom

� On-site dialysis

� Large dining room offering At Your Request personalized meal service

� Large activity room for arts & crafts, card games, movies, and themed events

� Gift Shop on-site

� Light refreshments available 24 hours a day on nursing unit

� Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants and hotels

� FREE parking

CARE BEYOND COMPARE

National Recognition

Rehabilitation at Phoenixville has been ranked in

the Top 10% of inpatient rehabilitation facilities for

the 4th consecutive year by UDSMR, which is the

largest database of rehabilitation providers. The

rehabilitation unit was recognized as a high-performing facility

for its delivery of quality patient care that is effective, efficient,

timely, and patient-centered.

Accreditation

Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital accreditation

by CARF represents the highest level of accreditation

that an organization can receive. Its standards ensure

patients can trust that accredited organizations have been

reviewed with the highest standards in mind and provide the

best possible care.

Joint Commission accreditation is recognized as

a symbol of quality that ensures an organization

conforms to nationally and internationally recognized

service standards and is focused on delivering the most

favorable results for you.

COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

2016 • 2017 • 2018 • 2019

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DIFFERENCES MATTER

The below chart outlines the core differences between

the Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Program at Phoenixville

Hospital and Nursing Homes that offer Rehabilitation Services

No 72-hour acute care hospitalizations

Patient must be visited by a rehabilitation physician a minimum of 3 times a week. Physician is the head of the team and coordinates the plan of care

Provides a minimum of 3 hours of individualized (not group) therapy per day, at least 5 days out of 7, including at least 2 types of therapies (PT, OT and/or Speech)

Utilizes patient’s acute care Medicare days

Shorter average length of stay (13 ALOS nationally)

Average 7.5 hours of direct nursing care per say by a registered nurse with a specialty focus on rehabilitation nursing. Nurses also have medical/surgical competencies

Full team of rehab focused clinicians (physical, occupational, speech therapists; social worker/case manager; rehab nurses)

Homes evaluations can be provided as required; focus on family and caregiver education and community re-entry

Care plans developed with input from entire team; team staffing completed weekly and family conferences completed on each patients

Patients must be medically stable and have potential for increased independence

Discharge planning is with the entire interdisciplinary team

Patient must show practical improvement

Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit or Facility (SNU/SNF)

Requires 72-hour acute care hospitalization prior to admission for skilled services to be covered by Medicare

Attending Physician must visit every 30 days for first 90 days

Provides typically 45 minutes to 1½ hours of therapy per day (May be in a group setting)

Utilizes patient’s skilled Medicare days

Longer average length of stay (average 21 days); 100 days maximum per year

Provides monitoring by licensed nurse each shift, no specialized training mandated

Varied clinical staff (typically physical, occupational, sometimes speech, or as needed social worker and dietician)

Home evaluations are not provided

Care plans updated quarterly, but could be more often if there is significant change

Patients must be medically stable (non-acute status)

Discharge planning ongoing

Patient must show practical improvement


The Acute Rehabilitation Unit serves patients recovering from the following conditions:

� Amputation

� Complex Medical Conditions including Tracheostomy Management

� Congenital Deformity

� Degenerative and Progressive Neurological Disorders

� Head Injuries

� Hip Fractures

� Major Multiple Traumas

� Neurological Disorders

� Neuromuscular Disorders

� Orthopedic Conditions that result in loss of function

� Pre-Prosthetic and Prosthetic Training

� Stroke

All of the following requirements must be met in order to be admitted to the acute rehabilitation unit:

� Requires close supervision by rehabilitation physician

� Requires 24-hour-a-day rehabiliatation nursing care

� Have the ability to participate in an intensive rehabilitation program, usually consisting of three (3) hours of therapy per day, at least five (5) days a week

� Have reasonable expectation for improvement

� Requires an interdisciplinary, coordinated team approach that will include at least two (2) therapies

� The patient is willing to follow the discharge plan developed by the interdisciplinary team with the patient

ADMISSION CRITERIA


What do I need to bring to the unit?

� Several changes of loose-fitting clothing suitable for exercising

� Walking shoes with non-slip soles and back (ie. tennis shoes)

� Socks, undergarments and sleepwear

� Sweater or light jacket

� Personal grooming items

� Glasses, hearing aides, dentures

� Electronic devices and charging cords

PREPARING FOR YOUR STAY

What kind of treatments will I receive?

� Activities of daily living training (feeding, bathing, dressing)

� Mobility training (walking, wheelchair mobility, stair climbing)

� Language skills (ability to speak and understand)

� Thinking skills (attention, memory, problem solving)

� Visual skills (perception, hand-eye coordination, visual attention)

� Continence (control of bowel and/or bladder)

� Pain management (control of pain to enable optimal function)

� Home modification recommendations for safe discharge

� Community reintegration skills

PERSONALIZED TREATMENT PLAN


SPEECH THERAPY SERVICES

Phoenixville Hospital offers several speech therapy services through a dedicated group of licensed speech therapists.

If speech therapy is recommended, a patient evaluation will

take place during the first meeting. During this session, the

speech therapist will provide an assessment based on your

needs followed by a formal treatment plan.

Speech Therapy Diagnosis:

� Aphasia

� Apraxia

� Cognition

� Dysarthria

� Dysphagia

� Fluency

� Post Concussion Syndrome

� Traumatic Brain Injury

� Voice Disorder, including LPR

Parkinson’s PatientsUnique to our speech therapy services is SPEAK OUT! for

Parkinson’s patients. The program typically consists of twelve

speech therapy sessions and daily home practice. SPEAK

OUT! emphasizes speaking with intent and converts speech

from an automatic function to an intentional act. Upon

graduation from SPEAK OUT!, patients transition to The

LOUD Crowd.

A Parkinson’s Support Group meets at the Phoenixville YMCA

on the 2nd Monday of every month at 1:30p.m.


At Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital, we believe that

family involvement is critical to the success of your rehabilitation

program. We encourage family participation in program

education and training.

As patients move towards the completion of their rehabilitation

regimen, the team will work with patients and families to assist

with making an easy transition home. A care coordinator is

available to assist with insurance issues, help with discharge

planning and support individual treatment goals. In addition, our

team of therapists may perform a home safety assessment and

will provide recommendations and educational materials so that

patients can more effectively manage a safe transition home.

TRANSITIONING HOME

TRANSITION OF CARE

Phoenixville Hospital offers various support groups to help patients and families throughout the rehabilitation and therapy process.

� Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

� Cardiac Connect

� Diabetes Support Group

� Easy Breathers

� Heart Failure Support Group

� LGTBQ Support Group

� Parkinson’s Support Group

� Stroke Support Group

� Tobacco Support Group

To learn more about our support groups, please visit phoenixville.towerhealth.org/classes-events.


TESTIMONIALS

“ The team is very compassionate, caring and dedicated. I enjoyed every moment working with this team.”

— Solomon B.

“ The therapists are really supportive of their patients and a great help for confidence & mental stress.”

— Bryan L.

“ Everyone here is wonderful! They were very friendly, professional and supportive in treating patients. Cleaning staff always friendly and willing to work around the patients. Therapists are great-they pushed just enough to make us reach our goals quickly and safely. They listened well then made good goals and exercises to help me succeed.”

— Phillip R.

“ It was an honor to be in the rehab that is in the top 10% of the US. P.S. Thank you to the staff!”

— Paul D.

“Thank you for giving me back my dignity!”

— Barbara S.

“ I couldn’t have done it without this team.

They really love what they do. They push you

& motivate you to do your best. I always

enjoyed going to therapy.”

— Brian M.


“ This is the best team! They got me better fast and gave me the support I needed. Thanks!”

— Ana P.

“ Thank you for all your help in showing me how to defeat gravity. I’ve learned so much here.”

— Tom P.

“ I felt like the rehab really focused thoroughly on my weaknesses to prepare me for home. Once home, I felt that what I was taught & made to practice, really was beneficial in reacclimating me to my home. Also, the rehab unit worked in an excellent way as a team!”

— Joe D.

“ All the therapists treated me with nurturing compassion and always showed respect to the specific needs of my body. They encouraged me towards my goals, while allowing me to go at my own pace.” — Anonymous

“ They are caring, compassionate, and challenging. Their regard for my safety was ever-present. They showed great interest in my personal goal. I feel my personal needs & goals have been met.”

— Harold S.

“ The Phoenixville Rehab is top-notch and well

exceeded my expectations. Everyone on the staff

was kind, outgoing, professional and supportive

in every way. They helped me to deal with my

challenges and meet my goals. You have earned

your outstanding reputation! Thank you!”

— William M.


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