Inpatient Rehabilitation Services: specialized acute care rehabilitation
focused on the whole person.
Choose To Rehab at Clarion Hospital
While life has given you a difficult situation, we want you to be assured
that The Rehab Center at BHS Clarion Hospital is here to help you return
to the highest level of independence possible.
Program designed for medically complex and critically ill patients.
Medical Director coordinates with the our team to create a treatment plan.
Private rooms in our specialized rehabilitation unit for your comfort.
Located within Clarion Hospital with access to lab, radiology, diagnostic
and in-house physician services.
Your stay with us begins with an assessment to determine the level of therapy
that you require to re-master the skills of daily living.
Your therapy will begin as early as your first day, with sessions at least
five days a week.
Our goal is to provide comprehensive care that is required for recovery
and restore our patient’s physical independence.
Your Stay With Us
We work with individuals of all ages with temporary or permanent functional
disabilities. Our intensive rehabilitation program is designed to accelerate
recovery and provide for better outcomes.
We treat a diverse range of disabling injuries and illnesses including,
but not limited to:
Amputation
Arthritis
Brain injury
Broken hip
Certain burns
Congenital deformities
Debilitating disease
Injuries resulting from trauma
Joint replacement
Major multiple trauma
Multiple sclerosis
Neurological disorders
Orthopedic injury
Parkinson’s disease
Spinal cord injuries
Stroke
What to bring with you:
Books, knitting, or other things to fill your time
Cosmetics and other personal toiletries
Glasses, hearing aids, and other personal items
Insurance cards
Night clothes
Robe
Sneakers
Sweater
Three changes of clothes (comfortable pants or shorts)
A Typical Day at the Inpatient Rehabilitation Center
We understand every patient differs in their daily routine. During your
assessment, our staff creates a personalized schedule to promote healing
and accelerated recovery. Your day begins with our staff assisting in
morning grooming and dressing for the day.
8:00 am breakfast is served
Morning physical therapy and occupational therapy
12:00 pm lunch is served
Afternoon physical therapy and occupational therapy
5:00 pm dinner is served followed by free time with visitors
*Speech therapy may be included in treatment schedule as directed by physician
Our Team
Medical Director
Thomas J. Freenock, Jr., MD, a board certified physiatrist, who leads our
team in developing a treatment plan that’s specific to our patients needs.
Primary Care Physician
Your physician works closely with our team to ensure all medical needs
of our patient are being addressed.
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists create an exercise program for our patients to
improve strength, stamina and muscle function.
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapists work with our patients mastering daily activities
such as dressing, toileting, grooming and meal preparation to enhance
our patients overall independence.
Speech Therapy
Our speech therapists work with patients to develop swallowing, speaking,
listening, reading and writing skills. Our therapist may train the patient
to use alternate communication devices if speech is not possible.
Rehabilitation Nurse
Our nursing staff supervise the 24-hour care of our patients and reinforce
instructions of our other team members to promote healing.
Registered Dietitian
Our dietitian assesses the patients nutritional status, develops a meal
plan that supports the patients medical and functional needs.
Social Services & Case Manager
Social Services and Case Manager are a central information and referral
source beginning on the day of admission. They can arrange for services,
medical supplies and home equipment. They work with each patient regarding
advance directives and referrals to other community services.
Rehab Close to Home
Having family near while you recover is important in the recovery process.
Family and friends are encouraged to participate in the treatment plan
as your loved one works with our team to regain motor and social skills.
Visiting Hours
Our visiting hours are tailored to our patients therapy needs. Please check
with your nurse to see what times are appropriate to receive visitors.
Children and pets are welcome ~ certain rules apply. Please note that
latex balloons are not permitted as there are a high number of latex allergies.
Mylar balloons are acceptable.
BHS Foundation