Dear Jeremy, My mother-in-law will be having hip surgery in a Columbus area hospital later this month. Her physician has recommended she transition to a short-term rehab center to continue her recovery after she is discharged from the hospital. Unfortunately, she is fairly stubborn and refuses to even consider the idea. She thinks she can… Read more »
Category: Rehabilitation
Ask the Expert: How Much Does a Nursing Facility Cost?
Dear Cassie: My father will be having hip replacement surgery later this month. I’m trying to figure out how much a nursing and rehab center will cost and how much of it his Medicare will pay for? He lives in Central Ohio just outside Columbus. Can you help? It all seems so confusing! Renee Dear… Read more »
Post Rehab Tips for Your Parent
You’ve been through the hospitalization process and the transition to rehab with your loved one. You’ve helped your parent navigate their recovery journey, and now they’re back on their feet and ready to return home. So now what? What Comes After Senior Living Rehab? If you’re wondering what comes after your parent is discharged from… Read more »
Is a Skilled Rehab Center the Best Option?
Is it better to recover at home or at a skilled rehab center after an illness, accident, or injury? It all depends on your situation. If you’re helping a loved one make this decision, read the following story and learn more about your options. Is Home Care or Short-Term Rehab Better? Joy, whose father had… Read more »
Staying Connected in a Physical Rehab Center
During your stay in a Columbus area post-hospital rehabilitation center, you may find it challenging to keep in touch with your friends and family. To keep your spirits up and your crowd of wellwishers informed, we have some unique ways to communicate with your loved ones while you’re in rehab we’d like to share…. Read more »
Why does my husband need cardiac rehab?
Dear Dr. Haas, After a recent heart attack, my husband was told he needs to go for cardiac rehab. I’ve never heard of such a thing. Why does he need rehabilitation for his heart? Sincerely, Jean Why Does My Husband Need Cardiac Rehab? Dear Jean, In the past, there was no such thing as a… Read more »