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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month brings awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States, both in accessing mental healthcare and overcoming societal stigma around caring for your mental wellbeing.

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Roger Ritchey admitted to our Altoona, Pennsylvania rehabilitation hospital after a month-long hospital stay. Prior to his illness, Roger was independent with walking and performing everyday tasks. His illness and extended hospital stay took its toll, though. He needed assistance to complete even the simplest of tasks when he came to us.

Roger was determined to work hard in therapy. His goal was to get back home with his wife of 49 years. With his hard work and our team of dedicated nurses, doctors and therapists, he was able to have an amazing recovery and do just that!

Thank you, Roger, for making Encompass Health your trusted choice.

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Just as every individual is unique, not all strokes or recovery times are the same. However, there are similarities in the way stroke affects people and stroke recovery stages. Learn about the different stages of stroke recovery and how inpatient rehabilitation can help.

Stroke Recovery Stages The timeline and recovery are different for each stroke survivor. Learn the different stroke recovery stages and inpatient rehab can help.

A grand opening was held on June 24 for Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. The 40-bed hospital is a joint venture between Encompass Health and Baptist Health. It is now open to patients!

“We are excited to celebrate the opening of our joint venture hospital with Baptist Health, with the unified goal of providing high-quality patient care to patients of the Louisville community,” said Troy Dedecker, president of Encompass Health’s Central region. “With our patients at the forefront of our minds, we have designed the hospital to accommodate all of their needs as they regain strength, function, hope and independence. The hospital’s one-story building design provides patients with greater accessibility as they are transferred to different treatment and non-treatment areas of the hospital, and more convenient access for families and visitors.”

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Surgery can be a traumatic event for your body both during and after. Like most serious illnesses or injuries, the right foods and diet can help aid in your recovery. A dietitian shares the best healing foods to eat both before and after a surgery.

Healing Foods: What to Eat Pre- and Post-Surgery What should you eat before and after surgery? A registered dietitian shares her recommendations for healing foods that help in recovery.

Don’t miss your chance to contribute research that improves clinical practice and changes lives. Encompass Health invites employees, physicians and other candidates in the healthcare community to apply for grant funding for research related to therapy in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. The application period is open until Sept. 30.

Therapy Grant Applications | Encompass Health Encompass Health Corporation is pleased to announce their 2019 call for grant applications. In 2019, Encompass Health is offering research funding grant(s) totaling up to $30,000.

Encompass Health was proud to attend the American Case Management Association National Conference in Nashville, and the Case Management Society of America National Conference in Providence, Rhode Island. Dina Walker, national director of case management, spoke about "Discharge Destinations: What Case Managers Need to Know" discussing best practices for patient discharge. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to connect!

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Aphasia is a communication disorder that can affect language, speech, reading and writing abilities, depending on the type of aphasia. A speech language pathologist explains what this condition is and how speech therapy can help manage it.

Types of Aphasia: What They are and How They're Treated There are 3 main types of aphasia. Learn the causes, differences and treatment. Plus get tips to help those with aphasia communicate better.

Encompass Health is committed to playing an active role in the communities we serve. Explore our latest DEI Annual Report to learn how our hospitals support their communities through civic engagement and embed diversity, equity and inclusion into our workplace culture, patient care initiatives and more.

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According to the CDC, stroke is the leading cause of death in men. However, most strokes are preventable. Learn your risks and take action today to prevent a stroke in the future.

Understanding the signs, risk factors of stroke in men | Encompass Health Understanding the risk factors and signs of stroke in men can lead to prevention, quicker treatment and better outcomes for survivors.

Encompass Health invites you to our free virtual Continuing Education Lecture Series.

Topic: High Acuity Patients: No Stroke Left Behind

Dates/Times:
Wednesday, June 12 - Noon and 6 p.m. CT
Wednesday, June 19 - 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. CT

Speaker: Dr. Samuel Kim

Texas: One hour credit for PT, OT, LVN, RN, CCM, SW, SLP
All other states: One hour credit for RN, LVN/LPN, CCM

Registration link: https://ehc.rehab/45eIoqd

We are looking forward to being in Providence for this year's Case Management Society of America National Conference. Come see us at booth No. 306 to learn more about Encompass Health, and don't miss our National Director of Case Management Dina Walker's presentation on Discharge Destinations.



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May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. In the inpatient rehabilitation setting, speech therapists play an integral role in helping those recovering from stroke and other neurological disorders that could impact communication. Learn how they make therapy meaningful for our patients by helping them with much more than just their speech.

Making Therapy Meaningful: The SLP's Role Learn how speech therapy focuses on function and activities of daily living in the inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Lisa was hit by a truck as she was crossing the street one day after work. She had a traumatic brain injury and was hospitalized for two months. When she came to our rehabilitation hospital in Fayetteville, Arkansas, she had a long recovery ahead of her, but our staff met her with encouragement and support.

With the help of physical therapy, Lisa went from not being able to sit up on her own to walking with a walker. Her occupational therapist helped her relearn how to dress herself, and speech therapists helped her with swallowing. With the help of all of those at Encompass Health, Lisa was able to gain confidence in herself after a devastating accident.

Since her discharge, Lisa and her family visit Encompass Health regularly to show their thanks to our staff for their dedication. Lisa is still on the road to recovery, but she is now able to walk on her own with a cane, enjoy regular life with her friends and family and play with her new puppy, Spruce.

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If you're ready for a Memorial Day weekend getaway but your mobility or age has you concerned about traveling, we have tips to help you plan your next getaway. Whether it's by boat, plane or train, we have suggestions to help you.

Travel Tips for Older Adults Being a certain age or having a disability doesn't have to mean an end to travel. Follow these travel tips for older adults to plan your trip

If you're ready for a Memorial Day weekend getaway but your mobility or age has you concerned about traveling, we have tips to help you plan your next getaway. Whether it's by boat, plane or train, these suggestions can help get you to your next destination.

Travel Tips for Older Adults Being a certain age or having a disability doesn't have to mean an end to travel. Follow these travel tips for older adults to plan your trip

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. During this time, we want to recognize patients like Jim Swanton. Jim admitted to our Bluffton, South Carolina hospital after two strokes. His wife Paula advocated to get him the intensive therapy he needed to get back to what matters most. He started small with eating and talking, and now, he's walking some and even golfing, though in a different way. Learn how inpatient rehabilitation helped in his stroke recovery.

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What does a stroke look like and feel like? Would you know the signs? During National Stroke Awareness Month, take a moment to learn about your risks and what you can do to prevent a stroke, as well as what to do if you or a loved one has one.

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What is a stroke: Causes, effects and recovery | Encompass Health What is a stroke? Learn about stroke causes, signs, symptoms and effects, as well as how inpatient rehabilitation can help.

National Nurses Week, coming up May 6-12, will bring special discounts and deals from retailers nationwide. Check out this sampling of special offers available to healthcare professionals.

National Nurses Week Discounts Our annual Nurses Week discounts are here. See what companies and services offer discounts to show their appreciation to nurses.

The older you get, the more likely you will be taking multiple medications. Polypharmacy in the elderly—the use of multiple medications, typically five or more—is becoming more and more common and doesn't come without risks. A geriatrician discusses the potential dangers and how you can address them with your doctor.

Polypharmacy in the Elderly Polypharmacy in the elderly is more and more common. Learn the risks and strategies to prevent it and understand your medications.

An extreme headache led to almost complete paralysis in a matter of days for Valerie Keller. Learn about her rare diagnosis, and how inpatient rehabilitation got her moving again and back home.

Atypical Guillain-Barré: Valerie Keller's Story of Recovery Learn how inpatient rehabilitation helped aide Valerie Keller in her recovery from Atypical Guillain-Barré, a rare neurological condition.