Acute physical medicine and rehabilitation program

Intensive physical, occupational and speech therapy helps to restore a child to optimal functioning levels following a catastrophic illness or injury. This program addresses:

Alternative therapy offered:

• Vital Stim

• Interactive Metronome

• Feldenkrais

• Botox

Acute cardiopulmonary

Cardiopulmonary services are provided for those children whose ability to breathe has been compromised and are dependent on mechanical ventilation. Ventilators used have the latest modes of ventilation for ease of breathing, and were chosen for portability. Monitoring of vital signs is available from the bedside to nurse's station to manage the most complex cases. This program provides for ongoing assessment:

Post-acute medical specialty care

Medical specialty care is a cost-effective alternative for those patients who no longer need the array of services provided in the traditional acute hospital setting, but may still require observation, monitoring, and continued medical supervision. State-of-the-art isolation rooms equipped with negative pressure and specialized filtration systems are available to accommodate those children who may have airborne diseases or are immunosuppressed. Their needs may include:

Sub-acute/chronic illness care

A specialized program of services for children who are medically fragile and technologically dependent whose recovery may be slow or indefinite. The goal is to integrate complex medical care while providing normalcy and the best quality of life possible. Extensive family training, home adaptation, and access to community resources are provided for those parents wishing to transition their child home. HealthBridge will continue to be the child's home if family circumstances are such that home placement is not possible and complex care and support is still required.