Gateway Transitional Care Center sits at 527 Memorial Drive in Pocatello, Idaho, and has 88 fully furnished private rooms, each with its own bathroom, air conditioning, cable, telephone, and WiFi, which is good for people who like their own space and comforts. This is a place that specializes in transitional care, which means it helps folks moving from the hospital back to home or into longer-term living, and they've got a range of skilled nursing services and help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and getting around, with a staff that gives care day and night, plus a 24-hour call system so help's always nearby. Medical care includes many complex treatments, like IV therapies, feeding tubes, catheters, and specialized wound care that's managed by a certified wound care program. They also have respiratory services such as CPAP, BiPAP, oxygen therapy, and tracheostomy management, all supported by respiratory therapists for people who need help with breathing.
Gateway includes a state-of-the-art in-house therapy team using advanced and traditional equipment, focusing on therapy for people who are getting back on their feet after surgery, illness, or an injury, as well as groups and activities to help manage chronic conditions and keep everyone moving and engaged. Rehabilitation programs are tailored so someone coming in for a short time or someone needing longer care can work on building strength and mobility at their own pace. Meal services come with restaurant-style dining, where special diets like for diabetes are accommodated, and meals are prepared with health and taste in mind. There's transportation provided by the community for both medical needs-like doctor visits-and outings for non-medical needs too.
The building has a beauty salon, computer center, dining room, fitness and gaming rooms, a small library, wellness center, plus outdoor gardens which give some fresh air and a nice place to walk or sit. Daily activities are scheduled, along with day trips and events, and residents can join both staff-led and resident-run groups. A dedicated memory care program helps those with Alzheimer's and dementia in a secure setting, offering specialized routines and memory-building activities. The facility offers respite care for folks who need a shorter stay or when family caregivers need a break. A comprehensive care plan is drawn up for each resident with input from staff, healthcare providers, and families, and they do things with a mind for both comfort and recovery, always keeping individual needs at the center. Gateway Transitional Care Center is set up to help people get back home after a hospital stay or settle in for a longer period, all with close medical oversight and plenty of activity options.
