River Valley Rehabilitation Center in Blountstown, Florida is a skilled nursing facility offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center provides 24-hour nursing care along with physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Patients admitted from hospitals after a minimum three-night stay may receive short-term rehabilitation, and the facility also offers respite care for periods ranging from a few days to several months. Permanent in-patient stays are available for those admitted from hospitals, assisted living facilities, or home settings with a physician's admission order.
The center operates specialty clinical programs designed to better serve patients' rehabilitation needs. Telemedicine equipment is available during daytime hours, after hours, and on weekends, allowing residents to receive care without leaving their beds. The facility has established a Recovery Program specifically for individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 who have been hospitalized and are in the recovery phase, providing a caring environment to help patients return to their prior level of function.
River Valley Rehabilitation Center maintains a commitment to resident health and safety through vaccination of healthcare staff against COVID-19 and adherence to federal, state, and local health guidance. The center provides regular updates on COVID-19 cases and implements mitigating measures to prevent virus spread. The facility monitors weather conditions and adjusts operations accordingly, such as temporarily closing outdoor areas during extreme heat advisories while maintaining indoor activities and hydration measures.
Activities and programming at the center include recreational opportunities such as bingo games. The facility is located near Liberty Calhoun County Hospital, providing convenient access to additional medical services for residents requiring emergency or specialized care.
