West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation, located in South Bend, Indiana, is dedicated to providing compassionate and specialized care for individuals in need of support and rehabilitation. The moment you enter the community, it becomes clear that the focus is on creating a warm and welcoming environment where both residents and their families can find answers, solutions, and peace of mind. West Bend takes pride in becoming an extension of the families they serve, always striving for an atmosphere filled with comfort and respect.
The center offers a comprehensive short-term rehabilitation program aimed at restoring abilities for those recovering from conditions such as strokes, cardiovascular issues, orthopedic surgery, and other debilitating medical events. Through the integration of physical, occupational, and speech/language therapies, participants receive individualized, person-centered care from a dedicated interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other professionals. A hallmark of the rehabilitation approach is the exclusive “Road to Recovery” program. Within the first 72 hours after admission, the patient and their family meet with the interdisciplinary team to map out specific discharge goals and assemble a deeply personalized roadmap for recovery. This program, coupled with evidence-based methodologies and strength-building wellness initiatives, empowers individuals to reclaim independence and transition safely back home when possible.
West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation also provides long-term care for those who require continual support due to illness, injury, frailty, or limitations that make independent living unfeasible. Under the guidance of an attending physician, residents benefit from the expertise of licensed nurses and specially-trained aides, all working within a home-like, cheerful, and secure setting. Long-term residents have access to a full complement of services, including social activities and therapeutic modalities, ensuring high levels of independence and a vibrant quality of life. Payment flexibility is available, including acceptance of Medicaid for eligible applicants, and dedicated specialists assist families with the application process.
In response to the needs of individuals experiencing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss, West Bend offers a structured, research-based memory care program. The focus is on a person-centered, wellness-based model that promotes daily activities designed to sustain independence and nurture a healthy spirit. Residents are supported in a secure environment, so they experience a consistent sense of belonging and purpose, no matter where they are on their memory care journey.
Senior respite care is another valued service, designed to offer essential short-term relief for caregivers. These stays allow caregivers to tend to their own needs, whether traveling, recovering from illness, or handling personal matters, while knowing their loved ones are in a safe and supportive environment. The center carefully assesses the requirements of each respite guest to ensure comfort and personalized care, with the option to extend care if needed.
For those nearing end-of-life, West Bend’s hospice and palliative care services focus on providing comfort, expert medical care, and pain management. These programs serve both patients and families by addressing physical, spiritual, and emotional needs through the teamwork of clinicians, social workers, clergy, volunteers, and other specialists. Comprehensive support, including skilled nursing, spiritual and bereavement counseling, medical equipment, and pharmacy services, is provided to make this time as comfortable and dignified as possible.
Outpatient therapy at West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation offers an individualized approach that blends compassionate therapists and innovative technology. Programs are designed to reduce inflammation and pain, enhance mobility, and meet personal goals, always working in coordination with the patient’s physician. Every aspect of care at West Bend is driven by a commitment to excellence, integrity, and the overall well-being of every individual who walks through their doors. From the welcoming single rooms and inviting common areas like the lobby and hallway, to the attention to each participant’s goals and happiness, West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation stands as a community devoted to fostering health, independence, and dignity for all residents and guests.