Skilled Nurses
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Conduct physical examinations
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Work with doctors to develop an individualized plan of care
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Teach self-care related to diseases and medications
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Specialize in various services including: wound care, costomy care, IV therapy, instruction and management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and congestive heart failure.
Occupational Therapists
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Focus on daily living activities such as self-care and homemaking
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Teach you how to protect your joints and how to conserve energy
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Assess your home to see if you need adaptive equipment
Medical Social Workers
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Work with you to help you adjust to medical problems
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Assist you and your family with care plans
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Help you and your family find ways to solve problems
Physical Therapists
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Focus on helping you regain muscle and joint motion and strength
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Offer treatment techniques to relieve pain
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Help improve your physical function, including functional mobility
Speech Therapists
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Focus on communication skills – speech and language
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Assess and treat swallowing disorders
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Provide techniques to improve mental function
Home Health Aides
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Offer short-term help with bathing and dressing
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Promote independence in a safe environment
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Help you follow through with rehab exercises and activities