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An unplanned hospitaliza-

tion is one of the most over-

whelming experiences in

the life of a patient as well

as their family members.

There are many unanswered ques-

tions and difficult decisions to make

on the road to recovery and rehabilita-

tion. The goal of Genesis HealthCare

at Liberty Court is to make some of

those healthcare challenges easier for

everyone involved.

In October 2010, we introduced you

to Liberty Court, a skilled nursing and

rehabilitation facility providing short stay-

term care and rehabilitation therapy to

residents in the Philadelphia community.

by LAUREN GORDON

photos by MEGANCAPOBIANCO

Short-term StayLIFE-LONGSUPPORT

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Transitioning from a hospital toa facility like Liberty Court can be

overwhelming but, as Kate Ma-

chion explains, it doesnt have

to be. We take interest in the

patient before they even come

to Liberty Court, states Kate

Machion, Admissions Director.When a patient or family mem-

ber shows interest in transitioning

to Liberty Court, I call the family

and offer a tour a lot of times,

families arent familiar with in-

patient rehab. It is a big transition

for families because it is differentfrom the hospital stay but the care

and level of medical expertise at

Liberty Court is similar.

When patients arrive at the cen-

ter, their short-term care plan is im-

mediately developed to meet the

needs and lifestyles of each patient.Discharge planning begins on

day one, asserts Regional Director

Erin Warren. She says she makes

certain that patients understand

that in-patient rehabilitation does

not mean long-term, live-in stays.

We understand the importanceof independence and returning to

normal life and our ultimate goal is

to assist in effective rehabilitation

that allows the patient to return

home as quickly as possible.

With appealing amenities like

breakfast buffets prepared by

chefs and dietitians, patients feel

more at ease with their surround-

ings. Staff members work with

individuals to coordinate therapy

sessions around much-anticipated

in-house performances and socialgatherings. An on-site hair salon

keeps everyone looking their best.

In addition to the expert medi-

cal care patients receive at Gen-

esis, the team spends an equal

amount of time focusing on the

patients transition back to theirday to day routine.

Simulating the daily living activi-

ties of home life, the staff employs

training stations that include full

kitchens, stairs and a washer and

dryer. Patients can practice mak-

ing coffee, loading the dishwash-er, doing a load of laundry and

even cooking. These simulations

help to ease patients back to a

self-sufficient lifestyle after rehab.

Family members are encour-

aged to participate in these train-

ing exercises as well.It is encouraging to the patient

when a family member is present

at a treatment or therapy session,

explains Gary Bauer, Liberty

Court Administrator. The collec-

tive power of family support - no

matter the issue - is important.There are many competitors in

the industry. What sets Genesis

HealthCare apart is the individu-

alized care plan that we establish

on day one, Warren says. Its all

about the needs of our patients

and getting them home safely

and quickly is our priority.! QGenesis Healthcare at Liberty

Court is a member of the PRH

Business Network.

PRHHEALTH

Jim Dugan: Rehab Program Manager, Theresa Hasson: Director of Nursing, Susan

Dougherty: Assistant Director of Nursing, Kate Machion: Admissions Director