Hickory Creek at Rochester

Hickory Creek at Rochester in Rochester, Indiana offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and hospice care. The community provides comprehensive services for seniors with varying health needs and care requirements.

Short-term rehabilitation is designed for those recovering from stroke, cardiovascular difficulties, orthopedic surgery, and other debilitating conditions, with the goal of helping participants return home safely. Services include physical, occupational, and speech/language therapies delivered by an interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other care providers. The Road to Recovery program allows the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family to meet within 72 hours of admission to identify discharge goals and map out a personalized care plan that focuses on improving strength, independence, and quality of life. Additional services include wound care, fall prevention, mobility training, and strength-building wellness programs.

Long-term care is available for those who struggle with daily tasks and can no longer be cared for at home due to illness, injury, frailty, or other limitations. Licensed nurses, specially-trained health care aides, and an interdisciplinary care team provide services under the guidance of an attending physician. The community offers physical, occupational, and speech therapies to help residents maintain independence, and the settings are designed to be home-like, cheerful, and secure. The community accepts Medicaid for qualified applicants and offers other payment options, with specialists available to assist families through the application process.

Respite care provides short-term stays for elderly family members, allowing primary caregivers to travel, start a new job, recuperate from illness, or pursue other interests. The community carefully examines the needs of respite guests and can accommodate extended care if needed, ensuring family members have confidence their loved one is safe and well cared for.

Hospice and palliative care services are designed to provide comfort, care, and pain relief for those facing terminal illness. American Senior Communities partners with local hospice companies to offer comprehensive hospice services, including skilled nursing care, spiritual and bereavement counseling, medical equipment and supplies, and social services, with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, aides, volunteers, social workers, and clergy.