Glenbrook Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a community dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care to its residents. The moment you enter Glenbrook, you can sense the atmosphere of warmth and support that permeates the environment. The team's mission is to be more than just caregivers—they aim to become an extension of each resident's family, offering guidance, solutions, and a sense of security at every step of the care journey.
Short-Term Rehabilitation at Glenbrook is designed for individuals working to regain their independence following health challenges such as stroke, cardiovascular issues, orthopedic surgery, and other debilitating conditions. The focus is on helping residents return home safely with the skills and confidence they need to live life on their terms. The approach is person-centered, meaning care plans are tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals. The rehabilitation program integrates physical, occupational, and speech/language therapies, supported by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team that includes doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers. Through the exclusive Road to Recovery program, residents and their families collaborate with Glenbrook’s team within the first 72 hours after admission to establish clear discharge goals and chart a personalized path toward wellness. This ensures that all efforts are aligned and focused on the resident’s specific recovery objectives.
Long-Term Care at Glenbrook is an ideal option for those who can no longer manage daily activities at home due to illness, injury, frailty, or other limitations. Guidance is provided by an attending physician, with a diverse team of licensed nurses, specially-trained health care aides, and other professionals offering continual support. In addition to the clinical care, Glenbrook places a strong emphasis on maintaining social engagement and promoting independence through a variety of activities and therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech services. The living spaces are designed to be home-like, cheerful, and secure, ensuring residents enjoy the highest possible quality of life in a soothing environment. Glenbrook also provides flexibility when it comes to payment options and assists families with the application process for financial support if needed.
For caregivers in need of temporary relief, Glenbrook offers respite care, accommodating seniors for short stays when regular caregivers need to travel, recover from an illness, or simply take a well-deserved break. Each respite stay is carefully planned to meet the guest’s specific needs, providing comfort and peace of mind for both the guest and their family. Many find these short stays particularly beneficial for recovery following surgery or hospitalization, with the option to extend care if needed.
Glenbrook Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is also dedicated to providing hospice and palliative care for seniors facing terminal illnesses. Their approach emphasizes comfort, dignity, and quality of life, focusing on pain management as well as the spiritual and emotional needs of both patients and their families. An interdisciplinary team—including nurses, aides, volunteers, social workers, and clergy—works together to deliver comprehensive end-of-life care, ensuring that every resident receives the compassion and support they deserve during this important stage.
Residents at Glenbrook have the benefit of a wide range of specialized services, such as wound care, rehabilitation screenings, fall prevention, contracture management, mobility and wheelchair training, and walking ability programs. The community also features strength-building wellness initiatives and aerobic conditioning programs that are woven into the daily routine to boost independence, stamina, and overall health. With thoughtfully designed spaces such as the Glenbrook Dining room, Main room, Rec Room, Sitting Area, Therapy spaces, and TV area, residents enjoy not just exceptional care, but a vibrant and comfortable living environment that truly feels like home.