Rehabilitation Services: Helping Aging Adults Recover
When you hear the word rehabilitation, you might think of sports injuries or post-surgical recovery for younger adults. But rehabilitation plays an equally important role in supporting older adults after illness, injury, or surgery. At Holland Home, our inpatient rehabilitation services are designed with the unique needs of aging adults in mind, helping them regain strength, independence, and confidence so they can get back on their feet and back to the life they love.
What are rehabilitation services?
Rehabilitation refers to short-term, goal-oriented therapy designed to restore function, mobility, and independence after a setback. This can include:
- Physical Therapy – to improve strength, balance, and mobility.
- Occupational Therapy – to regain skills for daily activities such as dressing, cooking, or bathing.
- Speech Therapy – to address communication or swallowing challenges.
At Holland Home, our highly trained team works closely with each individual to create a personalized care plan, ensuring therapy is both effective and tailored to their goals. Our rehabilitation services are open to both residents and non-residents. So, whether you live at Holland Home or elsewhere, you can take advantage of our expert therapy team, specialized equipment, comfortable residences, and welcoming environment.
When is rehab needed?
Aging adults can benefit from rehab after a variety of events, including:
- A fall or fracture (such as a broken hip)
- Joint replacement surgery (hip, knee, shoulder)
- Stroke or neurological event
- Extended illness or hospitalization causing weakness or mobility loss
- Cardiac events, respiratory illness, or other health conditions that impact independence
Our Rehabilitation Process
- Referral – Any physician (primary care, emergency room, skilled nursing, etc.) can make a referral and order therapy at any setting, including your home, assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility.
- Initial Evaluation – Our team evaluates your current abilities, needs, and personal goals.
- Personalized Therapy Plan – We design a program with specific exercises, activities, and strategies to help you reach your goals. The intensity of therapy services, how often, and how long they occur are based on each individual’s needs.
- Daily Therapy Sessions – These may include physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy depending on your needs.
- Progress Check-Ins – Your plan evolves as you improve, keeping you on track for the best outcome possible.
- Discharge Planning – Before you leave, we ensure you have a plan in place for continued success at home or in another level of care. Our discharge planner can help coordinate therapy services as you transition through the continuum of care and will verify that benefits will continue to be covered.
Post Rehab: What’s next?
Many people return home after completing rehab, sometimes with added support from in-home care services through our partners at Atrio Home Care. Others may find that they benefit from a transition to Assisted Living, where they can continue to receive support in a vibrant, social environment.
If it’s determined that more ongoing care is needed, our team works closely with you and your family to ensure a smooth and personalized transition, so you’re never left wondering what’s next.
Why choose Holland Home?
Specialized for Older Adults – We understand the unique challenges and recovery timelines of aging bodies.
Person-Centered Care – Therapy is adapted to your pace, goals, and lifestyle.
Continuum of Care – If more support is needed, we offer seamless transitions to the right level of care.
Warm, Welcoming Environment – Healing happens best in a place that feels like home.
How to Get Started
If you or a loved one needs rehabilitation services, our team is here to help you regain strength, independence, and peace of mind. Call us at (616) 235-5295 to learn more.