Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit is a skilled nursing facility offering a comprehensive range of services for individuals in need of both short-term rehabilitation and extended care. With a capacity for 122 residents, the unit serves the people of Fayette County and neighboring areas, providing a homelike setting designed to support residents’ medical and personal needs. The focus at Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit is on individualized care, with each resident receiving a plan tailored to their situation, whether they are recovering from surgery or managing ongoing health challenges.
The Short Term Rehab Program at Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit is designed for those who require extra time and care after hospitalization due to surgery, acute illness, or other medical diagnoses. The facility collaborates closely with rehabilitation therapists to offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. These therapists work side by side with a trained nursing team and social services to ensure that each resident has an individualized care plan. The goal is to help residents regain strength, improve endurance and functionality, restore balance, and expand range of motion, ultimately enabling them to return to their prior levels of independence within the community.
Beyond rehabilitation, the unit is equipped to care for residents with various medical needs, including those recovering from congestive heart failure, cardiac events, stroke, and individuals with wound care requirements. The interdisciplinary team convenes daily to monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed, ensuring that residents receive the necessary support at every step.
For those who require ongoing support, Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit provides 24-hour nursing care delivered by licensed and professional staff members. These caregivers work in partnership with attending physicians to cover not only physical care but also the mental, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of each resident. By creating a warm and supportive environment, the unit strives to make every resident feel truly at home.
Residents also have access to a range of support services designed to enhance quality of life. These include a beauty shop, dental evaluations, podiatry visits, nutritional assessments and support, individualized activity programs, and laundry services. Every aspect of care and daily living is thoughtfully managed to ensure comfort and well-being, whether a resident is staying briefly for rehabilitation or making Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit their home for a longer period.