About - Ludlowe Care Center

The goal of Ludlowe Care Center’s Rehabilitation department is to promote the highest level of independent functioning for all residents and patients. For long term residents, this objective is complemented by additional therapies to prevent avoidable decline in function and independence.

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy services are available 7 days per week, as needed and prescribed by an individual’s attending physician. All therapy services are individually designed based upon the needs and capabilities of the resident/patient and are directed by experienced and licensed therapists.

National's "Passport Rehabilitation" program was specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals requiring a short-term rehabilitative stay following a hospitalization or an acute medical episode. While on your short-term "trip" with us, please take full advantage of the amenities and services our facilities offer. During your stay, if you find anything requiring our attention, please let us know as soon as possible so that we may make your stay the best it can be.

Social Services
Our Social Services department, staffed with concerned and dedicated professionals, helps residents adjust to becoming members of their new community. They work with the resident on a one-to-one basis and serve as a liaison between staff and families. They are here to answer questions and offer support and guidance.

Short-term Recovery & Rehabilitation
Our rehabilitation care team is made up of experienced occupational, speech, and physical therapists, as well as nurses, social workers, and certified nursing assistants. Their goals are the same as yours: focus on health and wellness activities to maximize independence and minimize your length of stay. We offer pre-discharge home evaluations from our staff, patient and family education and home care services planning, as well as resident and family services.

Partners In Caring - Connecticut Heart and Vascular Center, PC
Connecticut Heart and Vascular Center, PC, (formerly Cardiac Associates of Southern Connecticut), is a comprehensive state of the art specialty practice that is committed to the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of all health needs related to the heart and vascular system. Through a complete line of cardiac services with state of the art technology they provide the best possible patient care.

Ludlowe Center for Health & Rehabilitation is pleased to partner with this group, including weekly rounding of our patients by Dr. Kevin Lenhart, our Cardiac Recovery Medical Director. For more information, please visit their website; Connecticut Heart and Vascular Center, PC.

Recreation Programs
Our recreation program keeps residents socially involved with the world around them. An important part of our care plan is giving each resident an opportunity to participate in daily activities. The recreation program at Ludlowe is diversified, innovative, and carefully designed by a staff that truly cares about the residents they serve. It is geared toward independence and self-fulfillment. Volunteers are an integral part of this team.

The recreation staff continually develops new programs based on residents’ suggestions. Some of the many activities include:

Arts & crafts	Exercise	Entertainment

Literary services	Trips to the movies	Sporting events and exhibits

Theatrical performances	Cooking classes and demonstrations	Pet Therapy

Group activities	On-site entertainment	Religious services

Alzheimer’s/Dementia Special Care
This program is designed to meet the special needs of Alzheimer’s/Dementia residents in a safe, caring and secure environment. Our newly renovated and spacious open floor design fosters a positive and warm atmosphere, encouraging residents from all walks of life tom participate in recreational activities. Our goal is to help residents with Alzheimer’s or related dementias maintain their current level of functioning.

Special Services include:

Program Director
Secure and protective environment
Individualized comprehensive treatment programs
Full program of social and cognitive stimulation
Spiritual services
Unrestricted visiting hours of family and friends
Family support meetings
Respite Care
Continual staff education/training through the Alzheimer’s Association Specialized
memory/social enhancement programs

More information about National HealthCare Associates is available at www.nathealthcare.com.