Rehabilitation / Restorative Programs – Grace Villa

Rehabilitation/Restorative
Programs

What is rehabilitation?

It enables residents to make the most of their abilities rather than focus on their illness or disability. The Rehabilitation/Restorative Program is comprised of a qualified team lead, a Physiotherapist, a Physiotherapy Aide(s) and Restorative Care Aides. The team aims to help each resident to maintain his/her dignity, self esteem, and independence. Rehab programs promote the highest level of functioning that a resident can attain through walking, exercise, restorative programs or through optimal communication and social interaction between staff and residents.

Rehab programs are offered 5 days a week,
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m – 4:30 p.m.

Rehab Admission Process

Upon moving in to Grace Villa every resident participates in a thorough mobility assessment to determine current level of functioning. If assistive devices are needed, it will be determined at this time. An individualized therapy program is then designed to meet the current goals and needs of the resident. This program will be carried out with the assistance of the rehab team. Continual monitoring occurs to ensure success of the prescribed goals and absolute safety of the resident. Residents are seen 2 to 3 times per week, and may be seen more frequently if needed. Reassessments of a resident’s functional status are performed by the Physiotherapist on a quarterly basis or more frequently to meet the changing needs and or function of the resident.

Goal Setting

The rehab team works closely with the resident and family to assist in meeting their needs and developing safe and realistic goals. The length of the rehab program depends on the resident’s condition, progress towards goals and quarterly reassessments. The rehabilitation program focuses on ability, strengths and potential. Grace Villa offers specialized programs for conditions including: CVA, Parkinsons, MS, fractures, contractures, amputees, re-motivation, arthritis.

Family Involvement

Family and those close to the resident can play an important role in the rehabilitation process. Families are encouraged to become actively involved in all aspects of the rehabilitation process.

Liaison and Contact Information

The Director of Clinical Services is responsible to act as a liaison between the resident, their family, and the Professional Therapists. Residents and their families are encouraged to seek out the Director of Clinical Services if there are any questions regarding prescribed therapies. If you would like more information regarding Rehab services at Grace Villa, please contact the Director of Clinical Services

Rehab Services/Programs Offered

One, or any number of the following therapy plans may be recommended for the resident to participate in. The descriptions given are a general overview, however each therapy plan is specific for the individual resident.

Physiotherapy Services

Strengthening Exercise Programs

Free weights and resistive devices such as Theraband are used in conjunction with exercises to increase muscle strength. Performed with the goals of increasing or maintaining strength and endurance.

Balance Training Programs

Static and dynamic balance exercises are prescribed to improve balance during ambulation and to help reduce the risk of falls.

Hand Programs

Designed for residents who would like to improve and/or maintain hand function.

Walking Programs

Residents that are able to walk are encouraged to continue this on a regular basis. Residents who require assistance are given the opportunity to walk with one or two staff, and the use of a gait aid when appropriate. Rehab may assess for appropriate equipment and then educate residents, families and staff on appropriate and safe use of the equipment. The focus of these programs is to increase the residents endurance and improve the quality of their gait and transfers.

Range of Motion

Active range of motion (ROM) exercises are performed independently without the assistance from a Physiotherapist Assistant. These exercises help maintain flexibility for functional activities and to aid in transfers. Assisted exercises encourage the resident to perform exercises with the same goal as Active ROM however the resident requires some assistance from physiotherapist assistant to gain full range of motion.

Passive range of motion exercises are prescribed to maintain range of motion and prevent the development of contractures. Passive exercises are performed by an assistant to aid the movement of the body when the Resident is unable to do so independently. These exercises help maintain joint and muscle integrity.

Chest Physiotherapy

This therapy is performed by the Physiotherapist and involves teaching residents breathing exercises and the provision of manual/mechanical percussion to improve breathing.

Independent Exercise Programs/Gym Facilities

Rehab Room

Group Exercise Programs

Seated Exercise Group
Seated exercise groups are offered twice per week. The seated exercise group is appropriate for most individuals and accommodates residents in wheelchairs as well as residents with other mobility aids. The focus is on improving arm and leg strength and flexibility.

Modalities
TENS, Hot packs, Ice packs, Deep Cold/ A535 cream massages are available.

Assistive Devices Assessments
The Physiotherapist determines/assesses the resident for the need of a mobility aid such as a cane/walker/wheelchair. The Occupational Therapist is then brought in to assess for the type and size of the aid that would best suit the resident. The Physiotherapist completes an assessment to determine the type and size of wheelchair the resident requires.

Assistive Devices Program
The cost of a new walker or wheelchair may be covered under this government funding program. Residents may qualify for cost relief of up to 75 percent of the cost of the mobility aid.

Splinting W/C Assessments/Seating Assessments
The Occupational Therapist may prescribe different splints to support hand/foot positioning to improve position or function and prevent contractures. Wheelchair/Walker repair and maintenance clinics

Motion Specialties
A representative visits the home once per week to ensure all mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers are in good working condition.