Social Services
Illnesses and injuries that require hospitalization can bring new
changes to a patient and his or her family. Samaritan Hospital's
Social Services employees work with the patient and the family to
assist with discharge planning needs and continuity of care, which
may include:
- Community resources/referrals
- Financial assistance
- Specialized placement in a nursing home, rehabilitation
facility or psychiatric care facility
- In-home services/referrals
- Home medical equipment supplies
Care Options
For an extensive list of providers in the following areas, please
refer to the box entitled "Important Social Services
Information."
Home Health Care
When a patient is homebound and requires skilled care, the
physician may order home health services. Under the physician's
direction, a nurse or other healthcare team member will visit the
patient at his/her home to provide necessary treatment and services.
Durable Medical Equipment
Patients often require the assistance of durable medical
equipment items, such as a walker, cane, bedside commode, hospital
bed or wheelchair. These items can be used in the comfort of a
patient's home or in a skilled care facility.
Extended Care Facilities
Extended care facilities may be needed for individuals who
require more assistance than they can receive at home. A patient's
length of stay at the facility may be short-term or long-term
depending upon the patient's needs. Also, extended care facilities
provide various services. If you would like more information or
need help finding an extended care facility that is right for you
or a loved one, call Samaritan Hospital's Social Services
Department at 1-800-257-9917, ext. 2463, 2464, or 2459.
Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation
Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation is a program that is designed to
help individuals gain maximum functioning, while the patient is in
the hospital. Patients who have experienced a loss of ability due
to stroke, fracture, amputation, trauma or other disabling
condition, may qualify for Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation. Under
the direction of a physician, one or more of the following
rehabilitative services may be required:
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Recreational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Dietetic Care
- Social Work
- Psychological Consultation
Outpatient Therapies
Patients who are not homebound but need rehabilitation services
may be referred by their physician for:
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Samaritan Hospital's Social Services Department can help you
choose the appropriate provider to meet your needs. If you would
like more information on area rehabilitation facilities, please call
1-800-257-9917, ext. 2463, 2464, or 2459.
Contact
- George Kuo, Director - (419) 207-2458
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