“Leading the Way to Recovery”

What is Pathways? Pathways is a short term rehabilitation program designed to bridge the gap between hospital and home for individuals recovering for illness or injury.

Why Do We Have Pathways?

Components of the Pathways Program

FINANCIAL MATTERS Our team guides the guest and their family through the admission process…As part of our services we research Medicare and Insurance and take care of all billing procedures

PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL, & SPEECH THERAPIES Obviously this is a key component of the program. A home evaluation may be included prior to discharge.

NURSING CARE & EDUCATION Our nursing staff will work with guests and their families to educate them on management of their health care at home. Nursing staff also works closely with therapy to ensure guests are walking and using adaptive equipment as directed by therapy…

DIETARY SERVICES Overseen by a licensed dietician – guests’ diets are monitored to promote optimal healing following a hospital stay. Dietary staff can also provide education to guests and families regarding dietary restrictions and needs.

SOCIAL SERVICES Upon discharge many individual will require continued care and services at home. Social services educates guests and families on available resources and assists in obtaining needed medical equipment and services. Discharge planning is a VERY important Component of the program.

PATHWAYS AS A PLACE Facilities with a separate Medicare wing can take the Pathways program to the next level. Because our guests do not want to come to a “Nursing Home” they will be especially excited to hear that they can come to a special wing surrounded by others whom like themselves are working toward the goal to return home. The Unit should be renamed Pathways and referred to as such by all staff. This distinction should be made when marketing to physicians, discharge planners, etc…

PATHWAYS MATERIALS The Marketing Department has a variety of Pathways materials available for you to use: Pathways Brochures Pathways Folders Pathways General Services Flyer Welcome Letter The Pathways Team of Professionals Meet your team of Pathways Professionals Medication Log Questions for My Doctor Therapy Goals Satisfaction Questionnaire

PATHWAYS MATERIALS ctd… Educational Flyers Understanding Stroke Safety Tips for Preventing Falls Managing Your Blood Pressure Knee Replacement Surgery Diabetic Foot Osteoarthritis Eating right for Older Adults Exercise Options Can Promote Healthy Aging Tips on Good Back Care Getting Around the House With a Walker Bathing Tips Ideal Room Set Up for Patients at High Risk of Falling

PATHWAYS MATERIALS ctd… Celebrate Success Cards Medication Record Cards Pathways Letter Head Ask Me About Pathways stickers

IDEAS FOR MARKETING PATHWAYS Promote therapeutic Outcomes to Physicians and Discharge Planners Use Celebrate Success Cards Have Flyers created bragging about your facilities rehab to home therapy outcome stats Obtain testimonials from discharged guests. Create Case Study flyers Become the community health care expert: Give presentations on topics such as preventing falls, summer safety tips, choosing a rehab program etc… Leave educational flyers at senior centers, offer to submit educational articles for their newsletters etc… Keep in touch with your previous guests Hold a Rehab Reunion or Awards show. Invite previous guests to attend activities at your facility. THE IDEAS ARE ENDLESS

IMPLEMENTING PATHWAYS Get ALL of your staff on board! Order promotional materials from corporate marketing. Start marketing your program! GOOD LUCK!!!