THE ROAD TO RECOVERY
Queen of the Valley Medical Center offers a full range of rehabilitation services for patients recovering from a debilitating illness or injury. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and a talented team of rehabilitation specialists give patients the best opportunity available to rebuild their lives and regain their independence.
ACUTE REHABILITATION
The only facility of its kind in the region, Queen of the Valley Medical Center's Acute Rehabilitation Center specializes in caring for adults who need intensive and comprehensive rehabilitation therapies. Treatment plans based on extensive evaluations of a patient's abilities and potential address a patient's physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs. Physicians, nurses, therapists, and other rehab specialists work as a team to help patients function to their fullest ability and make the transition back into everyday life as smooth as possible. Families are encouraged to participate in all patient care activities and receive help preparing for a patient's return home.
Call 707-738-0213 for information.
PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND SPEECH THERAPY
Skilled Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapy Assistants, and Speech-Language Pathologists care for patients on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapies are provided at our state-of-the-art Wellness Center .
Call 257-4089 for information.
Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants demonstrate and teach patients how to use their body properly to decrease pain, gain strength and mobility, and prevent recurring injury. You’ll also find them advising on proper posture and ergonomics in the work place, treating injuries, consulting on fitness, and administering physical therapy in the home (through St. Joseph Home Health Agency).
Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants work together to meet the needs of clients with physical and mental challenges in order to develop activities of daily living (ADL) that work best for those clients. For a client with a physical disability, the first focus is on performing critical daily routines, such as dressing, grooming, bathing, and eating. Once these skills are mastered, a program is then built around the skills needed to perform tasks such as participating in education, caring for a home and family, or seeking and maintaining employment. Our Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and California Certified Hand Therapist are experts in rehabilitation of hand and arm injuries.
Speech-Language Pathologists help those who stutter to increase their fluency; help people who have had strokes or experienced brain trauma to regain lost language and speech; help children and adolescents who have language disorders to understand and give directions, ask and answer questions, convey ideas, improve the language skills that lead to better academic performance; counsel individuals and families to understand and deal with speech and language disorders. Our Speech-Language Pathologists are experts in treating patients who have difficulty swallowing and all are Vital-Stim certified for best possible treatment outcomes.
HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES
A state-licensed home health agency, Queen of the Valley Medical Center's St. Joseph Home Health Care Services makes it possible for patients to recuperate comfortably at home from an illness or hospitalization. Nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, social workers, a chaplain and home health aides provide coordinated, physician-prescribed care designed to meet the needs of both patients and their families. Many services are available around the clock, seven days a week.
Call 257-4104 for information.
ADULT DAY SERVICES
Adult Day Services of Napa Valley, a division of Hospice of Napa Valley , provides comprehensive healthcare, rehabilitative therapies, social services, and personal care for frail, elderly persons, as well as younger functionality impaired adults. Services are designed to help patients restore, improve or maintain their physical and mental functioning and to prevent repeated hospitalizations and premature nursing home placement. They also provide family caregivers with a well-needed break. There are two programs available: The Adult Day Health Care program offers an alternative to nursing home placement, while the Adult Day Care program gives participants an opportunity to engage in social activities and recreation in a friendly, supportive environment. The special needs of patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias are addressed through the Adult Day Support Care program.
CARDIAC REHABILITATION
A few weeks after cardiac surgery or a cardiac event, patients are referred to phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation. The program involves regular exercise sessions monitored by Registered Nurses, dietary counseling, and stress management. Insurance covers some diagnoses, and if not, there is an affordable self-pay option. Once one has completed phase II, which lasts for about 12 weeks, one can continue in our phase III Maintenance Program under the guidance of our trained and caring nurses.
The Wellness Center also offers a series of Healthy Heart Classes that are open to the public and all Cardiac Rehabilitation patients.
View our Cardiac Rehabilitation Brochure