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Hearthside
Rehabilitation & Long-Term Care in State College, PA
Skilled Nursing Care in the Heart of Pennsylvania. Embassy of Hearthside is a 157-bed skilled nursing facility in State College, Pennsylvania. You’ll find premier subacute rehabilitation, memory care and long-term clinical services in a comfortable environment. Our expertly trained clinical and therapy teams provide comprehensive rehabilitation plans customized for each patient.
Embassy of Hearthside utilizes state-of-the-art technology, medically advised best practices and a unique clinical service model to cater to you or your loved one’s complex needs. We’re conveniently located near Westerly Parkway and Penn State University, allowing easy access to a variety of shops, businesses and restaurants.
Our activities department prioritizes social engagement, so they schedule regular outings with our short- and long-term patients.
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Skilled Nursing
Our skilled nursing staff provides daily hands-on care and rehabilitative services to those recovering from an acute illness, hospitalization or surgical procedure. Embassy of Hearthside employs a full-time registered dietitian who provides diabetic education and training.
Skilled nursing services include but aren’t limited to:
- Stroke rehabilitation
- IV therapy
- Palliative care
- Dialysis
- Tube feeding and ostomies
- X-rays
- Laboratory services
- BiPAP/CPAP
- Behavioral and psychiatric services
Cardiac Care
Our comprehensive approach to cardiac care is about more than symptom management. We provide you with the education and medical resources to stay on top of your condition and reduce your risk for further cardiac incidents.
Our cardiac care services include but aren’t limited to:
- Care planning administered by skilled clinicians
- Preventative care
- Dietary monitoring
- Continued education
Diabetes Care
Embassy of Hearthside offers dedicated diabetes care to help you or your loved one live comfortably. Our expert staff will create a custom care plan based on your medical history and in collaboration with your primary care physician.
Our diabetes care services include but aren’t limited to:
- Glucose monitoring
- Nutrition counseling
- Medication management
- Weight management
- Exercise programs
- Hypoglycemia management
Dietary and Nutrition Care
We offer nutritional assessments to understand your dietary habits, identify food allergies and accommodate nutrient deficiencies. Our dieticians and nutritionists can create custom meal plans based on personal preferences and medical conditions to promote weight management. We can also accommodate medical nutritional needs for conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and gastrointestinal disorders.
Hospice Care
At Embassy of Hearthside, the hospice team will help you manage your symptoms to ensure physical and emotional comfort. We offer care coordination between your physicians, specialists, spiritual and religious leaders and counselors. Our hospice services also extend to your loved ones.
Our hospice services include but aren’t limited to:
- Pain management
- Medication management
- Nursing care
- Social services
- Medical equipment management
IV Therapy
Intravenous therapy is essential for administering medication, fluids, blood transfusions and nutrients. It may be necessary if you’re recovering from an operation or illness or have difficulty taking medication orally. Our skilled nursing staff specializes in IV administration to help you get the medication and fluids you need without causing discomfort.
Long-Term Rehab
Any services that last longer than three months are considered long-term rehabilitation or care. Our long-term rehab services are designed for those who need daily care or have unique post-surgery requirements.
Long-term rehab services include but aren’t limited to:
- Cancer care
- 24-hour skilled nursing staff
- Pain management
- Bariatric care
- IV therapy
- Medical transportation
Memory Care
Our dedicated memory care professionals use an interdisciplinary strategy to ensure residents receive comprehensive care. The staff strives to help patients and families by addressing the psychosocial needs of those affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our therapy and clinical teams work closely with the activity department to create an engaging and therapeutic approach to support memory recall and socialization.
Memory care services include but aren’t limited to:
- Thorough evaluations
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Housekeeping and laundry
- Nutrition and feeding support
- Social activities
Pulmonary Care
Our Empower Pulmonary program is designed to address pulmonary and respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, asthma and respiratory failure.
Respiratory services include but aren’t limited to:
- Oxygen therapy
- Aerosol treatments
- AVAP therapy
- Pulmonary rehab
- Overnight pulse oxygen
- Inhalers
- Onsite sleep studies
- Tracheostomies and weaning
- EKG
Therapy and Rehab
Physical Therapy
Our therapists provide thorough assessments to determine how to enhance your mobility and strength. Our program features cutting-edge equipment and techniques to provide you with a well-rounded therapy plan.
Physical therapy services include but aren’t limited to:
- Gait and balance training
- Range of motion exercises
- Assistive device training
- Prosthetics training
- Neuromuscular facilitation
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy helps you regain fine motor skills following an illness, injury or surgery and improve your quality of life.
Occupational therapy services include but aren’t limited to:
- Home management training
- Coordination training
- Adaptive equipment training
- Energy conservation training
Speech Therapy
Our expert speech therapists can help you improve your speech, swallowing and language skills. You’ll learn strategies to support communication and explore alternative diet options to improve swallowing.
Speech therapy services include but aren’t limited to:
- Cognition retraining
- Verbal expression training
- Oral motor exercises
- Swallow training
- Articulation training
Respite Care
Caregivers must take care of themselves to tend to their loved ones. Embassy of Hearthside offers respite care to provide friends and family members a reprieve from caregiving responsibilities. This service allows caregivers time to rest, shop, complete housework and address personal matters. The duration of respite care varies from a few hours to extended stays depending on individual needs
Wound Care
Wounds caused by operations or injuries require consistent care to promote healing. Our comprehensive services can reduce your risk of infection and rehospitalization.
Wound care services include but aren’t limited to:
- Cleaning and debridement
- Dressing changes
- Infection management
- Compression therapy
Short- and Long-Term Care
Your specific needs determine the duration of your care. The staff at Embassy of Hearthside will assist with activities of daily living so you can continue down the road to recovery.
Short- and long-term care services include but aren’t limited to:
- Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating and ambulating
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Social activities
- Counseling
- Transitional care
- Restorative nursing
- Outpatient therapy
Amenities
- Semi-private suites
- Resident emergency response system
- Social and activity programs
- Restaurant-style dining
- Wireless internet
- Phone service
- Cable television
- Flexible visiting hours
- Housekeeping
- Laundry service