Encompass Health
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Locality: Savannah, Georgia
Phone: +1 800-622-7269
Address: 6510 Seawright Dr. 31406 Savannah, GA, US
Website: encompasshealth.com/savannahrehab
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In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, learn about the incredible recovery of Jeremy Hays. He fell from a ladder crushing his skull and nearly ending his life, but through determination and love, he is now back where he belongs, by his wife's side.
Caring for a loved one can be difficult, and caregiver burnout is real. Follow these tips to help avoid it and care for your self and your loved one.
When Stephen Darling was discharged, his friends and family hosted a small celebration with bagpipes in our courtyard. Congratulations, Stephen!
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, most of us remain focused on our health and immune system. Looking for ways to boost yours? A proper diet could be the answer. Dietitian Samantha White explains how you can get the most nutrition from your diet.
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Every day, people living with multiple sclerosis do whatever it takes to move their lives forward despite the challenges of MS. The focus of inpatient rehabilitation at Encompass Health is to increase functional capacity and independence in activities of daily living. Here, LaWanna is working on walking with a shopping cart, assisted by Erika, OT, and Marybeth, PT.
Research has shown that low-energy-dense diets help people maintain satiety and control their hunger, while lowering their caloric intake. Want to eat more but weigh less? Dana Harvey, a dietitian at Encompass Health Savannah, has some helpful tips.
Veronica Brown was sent to Encompass Health after a month on a ventilator battling COVID-19. However, after arriving, her limited mobility prompted her doctor to send her back to the hospital for neurological testing. The testing revealed a new, post-COVID-19 diagnosis for Brown, Guillain-Barre syndrome, an inflammatory disorder of the nerves that may cause temporary paralysis and is often triggered by a viral infection. See how our team helped Veronica get back on her feet.
Are you a caregiver looking for resources? Encompass Health and the American Stroke Association recently hosted a panel providing tips for caregivers including self-care, finding balance and preventing burnout. Read a recap of the tips and view the full presentation recording.
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday. Happy Thanksgiving from Encompass Health.
Watch Arnold Lane take his first steps since his stroke thanks to the help of the AutoAmbulator. To learn more about this technology: https://ehc.news/3orcy3P
Last week was National Case Manager Week. Learn what an inpatient rehabilitation case manager does and the vital role they play in our patient care.
We are excited to announce the launch of the free cookbook, Simply Good: A cookbook for stroke survivors and their families. Encompass Health supported the creation of this cookbook with the American Heart Association to be a resource for stroke survivors, people with swallowing difficulties and those interested in healthy eating. puer
As we celebrate our amazing PTs during Physical Therapy Month, we also want to celebrate our employees with PT credentials who don’t necessarily treat our patients. Meet our liaison PTsa mix of admission liaisons and rehab liaisons who help bring patients into the hospital. Their PT skills come in handy when pre-screening candidates to see if they could benefit from inpatient therapy. Happy PT month to our very own healthcare heroes and to all PTs out there!
The Groovers both experienced medical issues placing them in the hospital a month apart. When Mr. Groover, who was admitted to Encompass Health Savannah first, found out his wife was also admitting to the rehabilitation hospital, he wanted to do something special upon his lovely wife’s arrival.
Jackson is wondering if you're ready for the work week?
Coming up with gift ideas for grandparents or older adults can be challenging. Here are some practical gift ideas to help your loved one or simply bring a smile to their face this holiday season.
Happy anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Bridgon! They celebrated 31 years of love with a picnic outside the hospital. While this may not be an ideal anniversary date, being able to see each other and share this moment was very special to them.
Pharmacists do much more than fill prescriptions. See the behind the scene roles they play in keeping patients safe in our hospitals.
October is National Physical Therapy Month. Melissa Andhor, physical therapist, shares what it is like to work at an Encompass Health rehabilitation hospital and her favorite part of coming to work.
After experiencing a life-changing stroke or other illness, your doctor may recommend rehabilitation as the next step on the journey to recoverybut what does that mean, and where should rehabilitation take place?
We celebrated National Rehabilitation Awareness Week this year with a space theme of Discover the Possibilities. One of our patient activities was an Asteroid Toss helping patients work on coordination and strength while having fun.
After beating COVID-19, musician Steve Barlotta had two goals for rehabilitation: to play saxophone again and be strong enough to walk out unassisted. Read Steve's amazing story and how he is one step closer to being able to bring his musical talent to crowds again.
Do you know what a Transient Ishcemic Attack or TIA is? More than 20 percent of those who have a major stroke experience one day before. However, the symptoms only last a few minutes causing many to ignore this early warning sign. Learn more about what a TIAs is and why it should not be ignored.
Israel Gold was in perfect health when he had a stroke five days before his son's bar mitzvah in 2017. He attended rehabilitation at Encompass Health Savannah where his wife, Eli Gold, is a senior occupation therapist. Watch his story and how our team helped them move the bar mitzvah to our cafeteria so Israel could attend.
After developing sepsis, Gayle Fisk lost both of her legs, her left hand and part of her right hand. An endless source of hope and optimism, she discovered a new family at Encompass Health and lives life to the fullest.
MS is a chronic disease that impacts the central nervous system, disrupting the flow of information in the brain. Learn how inpatient rehabilitation can benefit some MS patients by helping build strength and regain independence.
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