Transitional Sub-Acute Unit is a small, nonprofit, corporately-owned senior care facility located in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Designed to serve individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, it features a capacity of 50 beds and operates independently from any continuing care retirement community. The primary focus of this unit is to provide high-quality, post-acute care for patients recovering from serious medical events such as strokes, heart attacks, infections, or accidental injuries following a hospital stay. Transitional Sub-Acute Unit specializes in assisting these individuals to regain strength and function, with the goal of helping as many residents as possible return to their homes after receiving rehabilitation services.
As a Medicare-participating facility, Transitional Sub-Acute Unit offers services that are typically covered for up to 100 days under original Medicare, provided eligibility requirements such as a qualifying hospital stay are met. This makes it an accessible option for those who require transitional care after hospitalization but do not need permanent or long-term nursing home placement. While the unit does not accept Medicaid, it remains a vital resource for families seeking short-term, skilled nursing and therapeutic support. Residents benefit from extensive nursing care, with an average of over five hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, ensuring individualized attention and responsiveness to each person's medical and personal needs.
The care environment at Transitional Sub-Acute Unit is structured to deliver skilled rehabilitation efficiently and safely, evidenced by strong performance on clinical outcomes like low rates of serious infection and falls with major injuries. A large proportion of residents are able to successfully return home, reflecting the unit's focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Emergency room visits during stays are uncommon, and the facility maintains a track record of consistent staffing and attentive care. Transitional Sub-Acute Unit stands apart as a specialized setting for individuals and families seeking short-term, restorative care during the critical period following hospital discharge.