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Making a Difference. One Patient at a Time.

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 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.

Phoenixville Hospital Rehabilitation Staff

Amazing Outcomes Begin with Amazing People

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.

Care Beyond Compare

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 and crafts, card games, movies, and themed events
  • On-site gift shop
  • Light refreshments available 24 hours a day on nursing unit
  • Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and hotels
  • FREE parking

Admissions

To be admitted to Rehabilitation at Phoenixville hospital a patient may need to meet certain requirements or be willing to commit a certain amount of time to participate in a rehabilitation program. Please call one of our liaisons for more information at 610-983-1610.

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
Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital Parkinson's Patient

Parkinson’s Patients

Unique 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 second Monday of every month at 1:30 p.m.

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.

Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation at Phoenixville HospitalSkilled Nursing Unit or Facility (SNU/SNF)
No 72-hour acute care hospitalizationsRequires 72-hour acute care hospitalization prior to admission for skilled services to be covered by Medicare
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 careAttending Physician must visit every 30 days for first 90 days
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)Provides typically 45 minutes to 1½ hours of therapy per day (May be in a group setting)
Utilizes patient’s acute care Medicare daysUtilizes patient’s skilled Medicare days
Shorter average length of stay (13 ALOS nationally)Longer average length of stay (average 21 days); 100 days maximum per year
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 competenciesProvides monitoring by licensed nurse each shift, no specialized training mandated
Full team of rehab focused clinicians (physical, occupational, speech therapists; social worker/case manager; rehab nurses)Varied clinical staff (typically physical, occupational, sometimes speech, or as needed social worker and dietician)
Homes evaluations can be provided as required; focus on family and caregiver education and community re-entryHome evaluations are not provided
Care plans developed with input from entire team; team staffing completed weekly and family conferences completed on each patientsCare plans updated quarterly, but could be more often if there is significant change
Patients must be medically stable and have potential for increased independencePatients must be medically stable (non-acute status)
Discharge planning is with the entire interdisciplinary teamDischarge planning ongoing
Patient must show practical improvementPatient must show practical improvement

Personalized Treatment Plan

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
Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital Speech Therapy

Preparing for Your Stay

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 (i.e., tennis shoes)
  • Socks, undergarments, and sleepwear
  • Sweater or light jacket
  • Personal grooming items
  • Glasses, hearing aides, dentures
  • Electronic devices and charging cords

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 by CARF

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 Accredited

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.

Transitioning Home

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.

Rehabilitation at Phoenixville Hospital Patient 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 our Classes and Events page.

Questions? Please contact us.

Thank you for choosing our award-winning facility to meet your rehab needs.