Altercare Helpful Information
Understanding the unique needs of your loved one is necessary to determine the type of care that would suit them best. Taking care of a loved one can be a challenging responsibility with many decisions to be made.
Altercare's experienced Admissions Team will work with you to sort out the options.Schedule a personal meeting and tour to learn about the quality of care you can expect, and how individual care plans are developed for each resident.
Skilled Nursing FacilityFor around the clock intensive nursing care, Altercare facilities provide a comprehensive range of medical services, specializing in post-hospital treatment.
Rehabilitation Services
Rehabilitation services are designed to restore their strength and functioning with advanced therapy capabilities and compassionate, skilled therapists, Altercare creates specific therapy plans that can include physical, occupational and speech therapies. Long or short term rehabilitation can include orthopedic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, stroke, amputee, or neuromuscular disorders.For an overview of Altercare rehabilitation capabilities - see Rehabilitation section, or Facility Profiles
Assisted Living/Independent Living
Assisted living facilities can provide seniors with the support they need to remain independent while receiving help with daily living needs. Altercare's assisted living facilities are Rochester Park in Navarre, Lanfair Center in Lancaster, and Canton Rehabilitation. Each facility provides private, comfortable apartments, restaurant-style dining, community rooms, transportation and a complete activities program. Assisted living focuses on security, personal care and socialization opportunities that enhance quality of life.Our professional staff can work with you to determine the appropriate amount of care your loved one needs. (link to Navarre/Lanfair)
Alzheimer's/Dementia Care
There are over 100 causes of altered mental status, and the cause needs to be known in order to deliver appropriate care. The approaches and interventions for Alzheimer's disease are very different that those uses for other types of dementia. Only when a proper diagnosis is made can a plan of care be created and implemented that meets an individual's needs appropriately, effectively, and responsibly. Alzheimer's disease is responsible for approximately 60% of cognitive disorders.
Altercare established the Speret Hall program in 1978 under the guidance of members of Alzheimer's disease and Related Disorders Association (ADRDA), the national organization dedicated to enhancing care and support services for both victims and their families. The name "Speret" signifies the hope available through a special place and way of caring for people suffering from Alzheimer's and related dementia.
Speret Hall provides an environment and resources that can help the family understand the behavioral patterns that are common in dementing disorders.
The Speret Hall staff foster a special environment where residents can live more comfortably. Simple daily routines minimize over-stimulation and confusion, and create a sense of belonging, well-being and self-esteem. These are essential ingredients for quality living. (Alzheimer's/Dementia page)
Respite/Vacation Stays
Altercare facilities can provide temporary, short-term care for caregivers who would like to take a break or vacation, while giving their loved one professional medical care and support.