Rehabilitation Services

The team of therapists at Friends Village works with residents and their physicians to plan and provide customized rehabilitation services that include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language treatment programs. Therapists work with residents individually utilizing a wide variety of techniques and equipment.

Physical Therapy Services include:

• Individualized Therapeutic Exercise
• Gait Training
• Strength Training
• Balance Training
• Ultrasound
• Chronic & Acute Pain Management
• Massage and thermal agents
• Manual therapy

One person's experience with Friends Village rehabilitation services.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps residents focus on achieving maximum function in the least restrictive environment. Therapists develop care plans that address needs associated with Self Care, Upper Extremity Dysfunction, Wheelchair Safety and Use, and Equipment Modification.

This type of therapy helps residents regain self-reliance that may have been lost due to illness or injury. The goal is to have individuals achieve their maximum potential so they may be as independent as possible.

Speech-Language Pathology

The Speech-Language Pathology Department at Friends Village provides a variety of specific treatment programs for residents with speech and language, cognitive linguistics and swallowing disorders.

Speech and Language evaluation and therapy is provided to improve communication disorders following a stroke or brain injury.

Swallowing Disorders

Diagnosis begins with a thorough swallowing evaluation to identify the type and severity of the problem. Treatment may include diet modification strategies to reduce the potential of aspiration and choking, as well as resident and family education.