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Short-Stay and Long Term Rehabilitation Center, Worcester, MA
Notre Dame Health Care offers Short-Stay and Long Term Rehabilitation care and therapies.
Led by our team of experienced therapists, each patient within our Short-Term and Long-Term Rehab Center receives a customized treatment plan tailored specifically to their needs.
State-of-the-Art Rehabilitation and Therapy
Therapy services are located in a dedicated space to facilitate recovery after a hospital stay or injury. Whether short- or long term care is needed, Notre Dame Rehab Center offers:
- Various therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy
- Personalized treatment plans
- Sessions customized for flexibility in duration, time of day, and activity tolerance
- Our own in-house staff works to provide consistency by creating an environment of trust and empowering each individual to reach their therapeutic goals
- An interdisciplinary team that utilizes the input and resources of qualified Rehab, nursing, social workers and activity staff for treatment, residency, types of care, and discharge planning
- Caregiver and family member education
Short-Stay Rehab Services
Short-Stay Rehab patients receive individualized, custom care, with six days of therapy a week, as needed, allowing the individual to return home as soon as possible. Short-Stay Rehab also offers the same services and amenities that our Long Term Rehab residents enjoy, including delicious cuisine and therapeutic activities.
Long Term Rehab Services
Notre Dame Health Care’s Long Term Rehab services provide extended care and Rehabilitation for individuals recovering from serious illnesses, surgeries, or chronic conditions.
Unlike Short-Stay Rehab, which typically lasts a few weeks, our Long Term Rehab is designed for those who need continual therapy and care as needed during their stay. During this time, our goal is to help individuals regain as much independence as possible while managing their needs in a supportive environment.
Our Dedicated Team
Short-Stay and Long Term Rehabilitation services are provided at Notre Dame Health Care by our team of skilled, experienced in-house therapists. Our team excels at thinking outside the box to ease the concerns of individuals with a variety of health issues and care needs through the Rehabilitation process.
Our interdisciplinary team works with both patients and families to create a discharge plan that will ensure and facilitate a workable, safe and easy transition for individuals to safely return to their home setting and an enhanced quality of life.
Proven Care You Can Trust
Don’t just take it from us. Our award-winning care speaks for itself. Learn more about the various awards and distinctions Notre Dame Health Care has received.
Rated Four Stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Notre Dame Health Care is proud to announce that we have received an outstanding four-star rating for our Long Term Care from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This prestigious recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and services to our residents.
Recipient of the AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award
Our Long Term Care and Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a 2024 recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). This award highlights our commitment to improving the lives of residents through quality care.
Awarded Nursing Care Center Accreditation from The Joint Commission
We have earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Nursing Care Center Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization's commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Notre Dame Rehabilitation Center.
Yes, we are able to provide Short-Term Rehabilitation five to six days a week. Please have your hospital case manager make a referral to Notre Dame Health Care.
Yes, we accept Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans.
This can vary significantly depending on an individual patient’s needs. Rehabilitation as needed can last several weeks, months or longer.
Those who are recovering from a surgery, illness or injury, as well as those who are dealing with joint injuries, pain and more can benefit from Short-Term Rehabilitation.
Yes. We welcome those with complex medical needs into our community while providing the customized Short-Term Rehabilitation they need to return home or to their everyday life as quickly and safely as possible.
This can be entirely customized to meet resident and patient needs. Typically, days will be structured around meals, various types of therapies, care, enriching programs, and times for rest and recovery.
Those within our Rehabilitation program enjoy the same services and amenities that residents have access to each day.
A smooth transition home depends on a number of factors. To ensure a safe transition, we’ll assess physical, cognitive, emotional and medical readiness. We may also assess whether or not their home is ready while determining a plan for care at home. Check-ins and follow-ups may also be conducted.
