Short Term Care and Rehabilitation in Wahepton, ND
Get back to what you love.
When surgery, illness or injury keeps you from doing the things you enjoy, senior rehabilitation services at a Benedictine Living Community can help speed your recovery.
Feel Better, Faster
Inpatient short-term rehabilitation helps individuals recovering from complex medical issues such as stroke or traumatic injury who need 24-hour care in a fully equipped senior rehabilitation center.
For those recovering from surgery or injury and able to live at home, we offer outpatient therapy sessions in our Wahpeton, ND, senior rehabilitation center. In either case, the goal of our professional, caring staff is to help the individual recover independence, move confidently, communicate effectively, and manage activities of daily life with little to no assistance.
The Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy department has exceeded my expectations. The encouragement by all the staff has made my rehab a pleasant experience. You should be very proud of the personnel that work at St. Catherine’s.
Personalized Therapy to Meet Your Goals
Based on an individual’s needs, a rehabilitation plan may include:
- Physical therapy for seniors
- Occupational therapy for seniors
- Speech therapy for seniors
- Strength, flexibility and endurance development
- Family support to integrate the family into the individual’s plan of care
- Spiritual care
Outpatient Therapy
If you’re recovering from surgery or injury at home, Benedictine Wahpeton’s senior rehabilitation center also offers outpatient therapy sessions. Receive quality outpatient therapy in our state-of-the-art center or in the comfort of your own home.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Call us at (701) 671-4478 to confirm coverage by your insurance company
- Contact your doctor and ask for a Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology order for “Evaluation and Treatment”
- Bring the order with you to your first appointment OR have your doctor fax it to (701) 642-2485.
Outpatient services are covered by most health insurance plans with a physician referral.
Dementia Care Services
Benedictine Wahpeton offers Dementia Care Specialist certified therapy services. Our therapists are uniquely equipped to support people at all cognitive levels and dementia stages. This certification features Dementia Capable Care education, the gold standard in dementia care training and an exam to verify competency.
Dementia care focuses on residents’ quality of life:
- Discovering and maximizing personal strengths and abilities
- Thriving through meaningful activities
- Reducing and even preventing distress without using drugs
- Promoting overall well-being and better health
Call (701) 671-4478 or fill out an online form to learn more about the short-term senior care options available to all Wahpeton, ND, area seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference among physical, occupational and speech therapies?
Physical therapy helps individuals regain strength, mobility and balance. Occupational therapy is aimed at improving an individual’s ability to perform everyday tasks and adapt to their physical environment. Speech therapy seeks to improve or restore the ability to communicate verbally and to enhance eating or swallowing skills.
Who will be involved in my care?
A team including a doctor, nurse, social worker, dietitian and therapists can provide care, guide your rehabilitation process, and work in partnership with you and your family members.
When is short-term inpatient rehabilitation needed?
When you’ve experienced a significant or life-threatening injury or illness, major surgery, or an emergency trauma, your physician may prescribe short-term inpatient rehabilitation to assist in your recovery. For more information, read our blog posts, Short-Term Rehabilitation: A Closer Look and When Is Short-Term Rehabilitation Needed?
Will Medicare pay for inpatient rehabilitation?
Medicare does provide coverage for inpatient rehabilitation. Your individual coverage and costs will depend upon the circumstances of your admission. For more information, visit the Medicare website.
When is outpatient rehabilitation needed?
When an injury, illness or surgery has compromised some of your functional abilities, but you are still healthy enough to live at home, your physician may prescribe outpatient rehabilitation. To learn more, read our blog posts, Outpatient Rehab: A Closer Look and When Is Outpatient Rehab Needed?
Will Medicare pay for outpatient rehabilitation?
Medicare does provide coverage for outpatient rehabilitation. Coverage details for specific types of therapy can be found on the Medicare.gov website:
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