Program Benefits
The intensive therapy program provides an individualized treatment plan based on the medical, functional and behavioral needs of the patient. The plan is adjusted daily to help the patient become more independent. Benefits include:  

Speech and Language - Treatment focuses on expression of needs, comprehension and cognitive skills (thinking, memory, orientation).

Swallowing - Patients who have difficulty swallowing food, (dysphagia,), will work with speech therapists to determine an appropriate diet and to strengthen muscles involved in swallowing and teach compensatory skills to enable eating.  

Environmental Modifications - Video-monitored rooms and a mobile patient alert allow unrestrained movement through the unit. To ensure the patient’s safety, a special enclosed bed or other modified bedding and treatment spaces may be used.

Psychology - After a stroke, patients may experience a variety of psychological reactions, such as depression. Patients may be referred for psychological or neurological testing for memory, attention, intelligence, coping or other factors.  

Behavior Management Plan - Many patients experience behavior and emotional changes. A behavior modification program may be established to help patients recover. The family is also trained.

Support - Patients, families and caregivers are able to participate in on-site support group sessions. One-on-one meetings with social workers, psychologists and other support personnel can be arranged.

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