THE HOOVERWOOD REHABILITATION
TEAM PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND
SPEECH THERAPY
Hooverwood's Department of Rehabilitation Services plays an integral role in maintaining our excellent reputation for providing the highest quality of care and services in the state of Indiana. The energetic "Rehabilitation Team" consists of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists. Each therapist provides an assessment, implements a treatment plan, and offers education to the resident as well as the family/responsible party. The Team also works hand-in-hand with Hooverwood nurses, physicians, and social workers. The Therapy Department encourages the resident to reach his/her highest potential, maximize his/her function, and focus on independence. Upon completion of the Medicare A Rehabilitation Program, many Hooverwood residents successfully return to their homes.
RESTORATIVE NURSING PROGRAM
The "Restorative Nursing Program", implemented by trained nursing professionals, consists of exercise, range of motion and other restorative activities. The Rehabilitation Team completes an assessment of the resident, prepares an individualized program to meet that resident's current needs, and strives to maintain the resident's maximum level of functioning.
THE REHAB KITCHEN
Hooverwood's handicap-accessible "Rehab Kitchen" is designed to retrain residents in cooking and other household chores in preparation for their discharge to home.
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WATER THERAPY
Hooverwood residents are encouraged to participate in the water therapy program, which is located at the Jewish Community Center. A therapist is available to accompany the resident to the pool.
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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
The purpose of Hooverwood's Therapeutic Recreation Department is to assist residents to pursue their own ideals of an active and fulfilling life at Hooverwood. The Therapy Department has developed activity programs to challenge and meet the leisure needs of the residents. Hooverwood is fortunate to have activity staff therapists for each of our five nursing units. This allows a chance for every resident to enjoy, participate, and become involved in the activities.
The Therapeutic Recreation Department prides itself in the wide array of activities that they are able to offer for the residents. Bingo, Pokeno, and card games are among the favorites of the residents and are offered on a weekly basis at Hooverwood. With the efforts of Hooverwood's transporter, residents are able to take scheduled trips to museums, concerts, theaters, department stores, restaurants, and much more. In addition, the frequent visits from the children at neighboring schools always brings a smile to a resident's face and joy to their day.
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SPIRITUAL PROGRAMS
Spiritual and religious programs are planned to meet the needs of all residents. As a Jewish nursing home, we offer weekly Sabbath services, celebrate the Jewish holidays, and we uphold the traditions, customs and values of the Jewish religion. We welcome clergy from all religious backgrounds to provide spiritual comfort for our non-Jewish residents.
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ADULT DAY SERVICES at Hooverwood
The Adult Day Service Program at Hooverwood is designed to benefit families in the community who are living with older adults and who need a rest from the everyday stresses of caring for a loved one. Although the Program is offered five days a week, the participants can attend on a flexible schedule. Transportation is provided for those participants living within a five-mile radius of the center.
A specialized plan of care is designed for each participant. Medical Services, such vital signs and weight monitoring, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available. The participants can receive assistance with toileting and bathing. A full calendar of activities is planned for socialization, stimulation and fun.
Hooverwood is proud to provide the finest medical care on a daily basis to the residents of Hooverwood. Our home is honored to have Drs. Patrick and Diane Healey, from the St. Vincent Institute of Aging as our Medical Directors. Dr. Patrick and Dr. Diane Healey are board certified Geriatricians who specialize in the care of the older population. In addition, a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner affiliated with the Institute of Aging is available to meet the resident's daily needs.
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MEDICAL AND NURSING CARE
Our Geriatric Psychiatrist and Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse Specialists work together to help Hooverwood residents with evaluation and treatment of their psychiatric illnesses. Our psychiatric team also assists the residents as they cope with the changes and losses related to aging.
Hooverwood is unique to offer an on-site, fully equipped dental clinic. The Home also provides podiatry services by a board certified Podiatrist who visits on a monthly basis.
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NURSING CARE
Hooverwood's nursing staff works together with a team approach to care. The Home is fortunate to have a Director of Nursing that has been with the facility for 29 years and an Assistant Director of Nursing that has been with the facility for 20 years. In addition, the entire nursing staff has dedicated many years of caring professional service to the residents and their family members. Our 24 hour nursing care, provides skilled, intermediate, and dementia care services with the primary goal of upholding the dignity, worth, and privacy of each resident.
Hooverwood is a "teaching nursing home." By maintaining close affiliations with medical facilities, nursing, therapy, and social work colleges, the Home is able to offer students the opportunity to learn in our facility, while at the same time, the residents and staff benefit from the latest in training and research.
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