The Impact of Short-Term Rehabilitation on Recovery

Many times after a hospital stay related to an illness or injury, individuals can be in a weakened condition and may require some additional strength training before returning home. This workshop will help you to understand the importance and impact that short-term rehabilitation has on the recovery process and how it can enhance your independence following a hospital stay.

Upon completion of this workshop, you will be able to answer the following questions:

• What is short-term rehabilitation and why are these services needed?


• How will I know if I need short-term rehabilitation?


• How do I find the best short-term rehabilitation center for my needs?


• What types of treatments and services are offered?


• What is a typical length of stay?


• How is successful recovery defined?


• What happens after I go home?

Speakers - Steve Hopkins, Vice President, Home & Community Based Services, Evangelical Homes of Michigan and Annie Dust, MA, CCC, SLP, Rehabilitation Director, The Redies Center for Rehabilitation & Healthy Living ~ Evangelical Home