 Nancy Frederick was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a hospitalization at St. Vincent Hospital to address tardive dyskinesia. Nancy was told she is unlikely to have full use of her hands again. Upon admission to Spring Mill Meadows she required maximum assistance with her activities, and for upper body care and transfers. She also had poor activity tolerance and was unable to ambulate.
Nancy received Occupational, Physical, and Speech therapy. She required a pureed diet with nectar-thickened liquids due to dysphagia. She had difficulty with medication and money management skills. Nancy was very motivated to improve her independence and made excellent progress in therapy. Her Occupational and Physical therapists completed a home evaluation to assess her safety, establish medical equipment needs, and to ensure that Nancy would be as independent and successful as possible. Nancy is proof that if you think you can, you’re right!
Upon discharge, Nancy was independent with activities of daily living through the use of adaptive devices and durable medical equipment. She had good standing balance and good activity tolerance. She was able to walk over 1,000 feet on level surfaces without any adaptive walking device, and has returned to a regular diet with thin liquids and is able to safely perform cooking tasks again. Congratulations Nancy!
 Herbert Thompson was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from St. Vincent Hospital following a recent episode of congestive heart failure. While in the hospital, Herbert and his family were introduced to a comprehensive recovery program for those who have experienced recent, acute problems resulting from CHF. The CHF Initiative allows Spring Mill Meadows and St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services to partner and utilize researched and proven protocols consistent from the hospital to our Moving Forward Rehabilitation program.
Upon admission, Herbert received a customized Occupational and Physical Therapy regimen specially designed by Spring Mill Meadows’ on-site, licensed therapists. At his initial evaluation, Herbert could only walk 30 feet with a rolling walker. He required minimum assistance for balance, transfers and standby, to minimum assistance with activities of daily living. Herbert also received additional care after therapy to prevent any decline related to CHF and he received ongoing education to help him manage his own care at home.
Upon discharge, Herbert was able to walk over 350 feet with standby assistance with a rolling walker. He required minimal supervision with transfers, and standby assistance with activities of daily living. But he expanded his independence by utilizing adaptive devices. He increased activity tolerance and strength and was able to stand at a countertop to prepare meals. Most importantly, Herbert was able to return home to his family! Congratulations Herbert!
 Upon evaluation, Kitty required maximum assistance for lower body activities of daily living and minimum assistance for upper body activities of daily living. Kitty also required maximum assistance with transfers and bathing. Due to low endurance and poor balance, Kitty was only able to ambulate 8 feet and required moderate assistance with a rolling walker.
Kitty received Occupational and Physical Therapy to gain strength and endurance but she also received piece of mind. The American Senior Communities commitment to providing a continuum of care allowed Kitty, a Clearwater Commons resident, to receive a 50% lease reimbursement while participating in our Moving Forward Rehabilitation Program at Spring Mill Meadows, so she was able to focus on her recovery.
Kitty met several goals in both Occupational and Physical Therapy. She now ambulates freely with a rolling walker and is able to maintain her personal care. She is independent with all of her activities of daily living. She transfers independently as well as walks with a rollator walker over 350 feet. She exceeded her goals for strength, endurance, and balance and was able to discharge back to home at Clearwater Commons.
When asked what she likes best about Spring Mill Meadows, Kitty said “the staff is very pleasant and professional, particularly my therapist, Amy”. When our Executive Director, Eric Wiedeman heard that Kitty sent a special thank you for his “constant, caring inquiries and attention”, he extended the Spring Mill Meadows hospitality by making a special trip to visit Kitty and tell her in person, “you’re welcome”!
 Carolyn Graves selected Spring Mill Meadows’ Moving Forward Rehabilitation Program following her total hip arthroplasty at Indiana Orthopedic Hospital. Carolyn received Occupational and Physical Therapy as reviewed by her doctors and the Spring Mill Meadows post admission evaluation. Carolyn could only tolerate sitting in a wheelchair for 15 minutes, required maximum assistance for most daily living activities and had a low activity tolerance. She required moderate assistance to transfer and with balance activities. She was only able to walk 10 feet with assistance from a therapist using a rolling walker. Carolyn did well in therapy and enjoyed getting to know other residents and staff members.
Carolyn shared her many talents during her rehabilitation and could often be found painting and drawing to spread joy to other residents. Carolyn also volunteered to read poetry and short stories to the residents of our Auguste’s Cottage Memory Care Center, a secured, home-like environment focused on the progressive needs of those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
It is no surprise that Carolyn quickly exceeded her goals in both Occupational and Physical Therapy! Carolyn is now completely independent with all her daily living activities. Her balance and strength are greatly improved. She is now independent with transfers and is able to ambulate extended distances with the assistance of a cane. Carolyn relied on Spring Mill Meadows to regain her independence and now we rely on her. Carolyn knows first hand how life’s events can quickly change and she proudly assists other Spring Mill Meadows residents with these challenges.
Carolyn continually returns to Spring Mill Meadows to volunteer as a member of our Auguste’s Cottage Memory Care team. Our residents really enjoy her company and Carolyn is an inspiration to them all! When asked what she loves most about Spring Mill Meadows and she said, “the wonderful staff and great care!” We think it has a lot to do with the volunteers – Congratulations Carolyn!!
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Elizabeth Jones was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from St. Vincent Hospital. Prior to her hospitalization, Elizabeth was living independently in her home, but experienced some problems with her short-term memory. On initial evaluation, Elizabeth required maximum assistance with bathing and lower body dressing, and moderate assistance with upper body dressing, tolieting and transfers. She required minimum assistance with grooming and personal care. Elizabeth was only able to ambulate short distances and stand for limited periods of time.
Elizabeth participated in our Moving Foward Rehabilitation program and received Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy. During her stay, she developed a close relationship with her Physical Therapist, Rachel. Elizabeth said, "I made many new friends that will remain friends for a long while." Elizabeth progressed well in therapy and was quickly on her feet. She worked to build short-term memory and cognition, while also developing strength and increased mobility. Elizabeth was very social while at Spring Mill Meadows, often greeting new residents and making everyone feel welcome. She also really appreciated that her dog could visit while she was at Spring Mill Meadows. We are very proud to be part of Elizabeth’s amazing success!
During Elizabeth’s discharge evaluation, she was able to ambulate independently with a rollator walker. She was also able to dress herself independently and could manage both upper and lower body activities. Elizabeth made the decision to relocate to Texas following her rehabilitation, and resides in an assisted living apartment near her family. When asked what she liked about Spring Mill Meadows, Elizabeth said, "All my needs were taken care of in a manner that was more than adequate- people were respectful. The nurses and aides were more than helpful, the attention given to my needs will be remembered with appreciation."
 Joan Adams was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a 4-day hospital stay for COPD exacerbation and acute respiratory insufficiency. Once Joan was at our community she also required 10 liters oxygen via nasal canula.
Upon evaluation, she required moderate to maximum assistance with activities of daily living, and moderate assistance with transfers. She had very low activity tolerance and could only walk 5 feet with a rolling walker. Joan received Occupational and Physical Therapy to address these difficulties.
Joan was an excellent participant in therapy and met her goals in both Occupational and Physical Therapy. Joan said, "The therapy staff did a really good job!" She was always eager to get to the dining room for meals and ate well while she was at Spring Mill Meadows. Upon discharge from therapy she was able to walk to the dining area independently! She no longer required oxygen from nasal canula to breath. She became independent with her activities of daily living and made improvements with her strength, activity tolerance, and balance.
 Ordoruth "Audrey" Sandifur was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a total hip replacement after a fall her home. This surgery left her with significant pain, decreased mobility and range of motion, and decreased ability to complete activities of daily living.
When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she was unable to stand or ambulate due to significant pain and weakness. She required maximum assistance although she was motivated to perform tasks and receive rehabilitation.
During her stay, she received physical and occupational therapy to address goals for strengthening, independence with ADLs, and ambulation. Prior to discharge, Audrey completed an in-home evaluation to ensure safety and set final goals for her return home independently.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Audrey’s determination, she is now back in her assisted living apartment at Clear Water Commons. Audrey is able to walk 600 feet with a rolling walker. Audrey will be continuing her therapy-strengthening program to continue strengthening and range of motion programs developed especially for her.
Audrey took advantage of the continuum discount she received while at Spring Mill Meadows. As a Clear Water Commons resident, Audrey received 50% off of her monthly rent at Clear Water Commons, while participating in the SMM rehabilitation program.
Congratulations Audrey, on your graduation from the Spring Mill Meadows Rehabilitation. Clear Water Commons reports they are happy to have her back and see her so involved in activities and spending time doing what she enjoys most, visiting with other Clear Water Commons residents.
 After a 2 week stay at Seton hospital in Indianapolis, Princella was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows. She admitted to Seton for respiratory failure, COPD, and pulmonary edema. Was intubated in the hospital, had PEG tube upon admission to Spring Mill Meadows. She learned that Spring Mill Meadows discharges 100% of residents with a pulmonary diagnosis back home after their graduation from the Moving Forward Therapy program. This motivated her to do the same.
So she received occupational & physical therapy to address goals for strengthening, endurance, independence with ADLs, and ambulation. Upon evaluation, required moderate to maximum assistance for bathing and dressing. She was walking with a rolling walker 10 feet and had very low endurance upon admission.
Princella participated very well in therapy and met goals in both occupational and physical therapy. She really enjoyed the staff at Spring Mill Meadows and encouraged other residents to do their best and be as independent as possible. She was a great motivator and participated in several of the activities provided at Spring Mill Meadows.
Upon discharge, she had exceeded her goals regarding strength, endurance, standing tolerance, and ADL independence. She was walking 650 feet with a straight cane and was independent with all transfers, so Princella discharged home to be with daughter the next month!
 Laura Radford was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a fall on the sidewalk. Laura was admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of right patella fracture. This fracture left her with significant pain, decreased mobility, and range of motion. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she required moderate assistance to walk 15 feet with a rolling walker. She also required assistance to transfer from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet. Although she was motivated to perform tasks, she required maximum assistance to perform dressing, grooming, and bathing tasks on her lower extremities. Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Laura’s determination, she was able to return home. At this time, Laura is able to walk 700 feet with a rolling walker. She was independent with her transfers from the bed to a chair and from the chair to the toilet. She requires stand by assistance for dressing, grooming, and bathing of her lower body at this time. She participated well and achieved her goals while working with therapy at Spring Mill Meadows.
 Delilah Houseworth was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a hip pain and total hip replacement. This surgery left her with significant pain, decreased mobility, range of motion, and hip precautions. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she required minimal assistance to walk 50 feet using rolling walker for balance. She also required stand by assistance to transfer from sitting to standing. She required minimum assistance to perform dressing, grooming, and bathing tasks on her lower extremities.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Delilah’s determination, she was able to discharge from therapy services and move into her independent apartment after 6 weeks at Spring Mill Meadows. At that time, Delilah was able to walk 600 feet with a rolling walker. She was independent with her transfers from the bed to a chair. She was also independent for dressing, grooming, and bathing of her lower body at this time. Delilah will be continuing her therapy program at home while she receives home health care services to continue strengthening and range of motion programs developed especially for her. She participated well and achieved her goals while working with therapy at Spring Mill Meadows.
 Donald Klinger was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a 9-day hospital stay at Community Hospital East. He was admitted for complications with COPD following a right side total knee replacement. Spring Mill Meadows was proud to let Donald know that they discharges 90% of patients with a pulmonary diagnosis back home!
The therapy team at Spring Mill Meadows evaluated Donald the same day he was admitted and found he was only able to walk 50 feet with a rolling walker and required minimal assistance. He exhibited decreased step length and lacked full knee extension. He required assistance to complete all activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming. Unfortunately, Mr. Klinger also had residual cognitive deficits.
At Spring Mill Meadows, Donald was admitted and received same day therapy to get him on his road to recovery. He participated in physical, occupational, and speech therapy interventions to address goals for strengthening, independence with ADLs, and ambulation, as well as improved cognition and safety awareness.
He achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength and range in his lower body. Upon discharge, he was able to ambulate 400 feet independently and only requires stand by assistance to complete lower body dressing, bathing, and grooming.
Mr. Klinger was discharged home with plans to return to Spring Mill Meadows as an outpatient to continue his goals for independence that he worked so hard to achieve.
 Sylvia Glazer admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a 5-day hospital stay at St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis. She went to the hospital with multiple medical issues –including functional decline, cellulitis, lymphedema, and HTN.
Sylvia learned that Spring Mill Meadows discharges 88% of patients with a medically complex diagnosis back home! With those kind of results, she decided to give it a try.
Sylvia admitted to Spring Mill Meadows and had a same day therapy evaluation, where they noted she was only able to walk 40 feet with a rolling walker and exhibited a decreased step length, height, and foot clearance. She required maximum assistance with lower body activities of daily living and assistance to recall important information and to help with problem solving.
During her rehabilitation stay, she received physical, occupational, and speech therapy from the therapists who are employees of Spring Mill Meadows. They addressed her goals for strengthening, independence with ADLs, ambulation, and memory skills.
Spring Mill Meadows is proud to announce that Sylvia has returned home! She achieved her goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in her upper body and improving standing tolerance to 10 minutes. Her hard work and excellent attitude in therapy paid off! An in home evaluation was completed prior to her discharge home to ensure a safe return home. Upon discharge, she is able to ambulate 350 feet with a rolling walker and is independent with her activities of daily living.
 Rohana McCormack was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from St Vincent Hospital 86th Street following right reverse total shoulder arthroplasty. This surgery left her with significant pain and decreased mobility.
Prior to admission, Rohana had a friend that toured Spring Mill Meadows for her. They were impressed with a rehabilitation wing that was exclusive for patients needing a short-term stay prior to returning home.
When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she required hand held assistance to ambulate 15 feet. She also required assistance to transfer from bed to wheelchair and from sitting to standing. Rohana required minimum assistance for bathing, dressing and grooming. She was unable to perform range of motion exercises on her shoulder until clearance was received by Dr. Greenburg. Once that was granted, Rohana was on a mission to return home quickly – and safely.
Rohana’s goals were to return to her independent living apartment, walk 200 feet, climb stairs, and be independent with dressing, grooming, and bathing. Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Rohana’s determination, she was able to return home! She is now able to walk 200 feet without an assitive device and is independent with her transfers from the bed to a chair. She is also independent for dressing, grooming, and bathing.
Rohana was very happy to report that by the end of her stay at Spring Mill Meadows, she was able to complete therapy tasks without fatigue! Congratulations Rohana! We are very proud of you. We will miss you!
 Lylene Cannon arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation following a 7-day hospital stay after a fall at home. This fall left Lylene with total body weakness and left hemiparesis. She has a past medical history of UTI, HTN, and late effect CVA. Her family toured the exclusive rehabilitation wing for short-term residents and learned that Spring Mill Meadows discharges 93% of residents with a stroke diagnosis back home!
Following her hospital stay, she was weak and in need of intensive therapeutic services. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she was unable ambulate due to weakness and decreased balance. She required maximum assistance to complete wheelchair repositioning. Due to her weakness, she required maximum assistance for her daily dressing, bathing, and grooming tasks.
Lylene received an intensive 100-day therapy program, which included physical and occupational therapy services by therapists who are experts with working with seniors. She was motivated by the desire to return home to live with her daughter. Her family likes the fact that the first floor access to the exclusive rehabilitation wing provided for private suites, a rehab dining room and meal options on the menu.
Upon discharge, Lylene is able to walk 450 feet with a rolling walker. She is independent with transferring herself from the chair and to bed. She is now able to groom and dress herself with stand by assistance. She is thrilled to be back home with her daughter. Congratulations Lylene!
 Christine Sprouse was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from St Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis. She had a 7-day hospital stay related to COPD, CHF, and difficulty walking.
Prior to her admission, her family toured Spring Mill Meadows and knew that Christine would be happy with their selection of a short term rehabilitation facility. Upon admission she was evaluated by therapy and they identified she had decreased foot clearance, along with decreased step length, and step height. Christine was only able to walk 30 feet, with minimal assistance. She required minimal assistance to complete all activities of daily living.
During her stay at Spring Mill Meadows, Christine received physical and occupational therapy to address goals for strengthening, ambulation and independence with Activities of Daily Living. Her determination and hard work in therapy paid off! Christine achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in her upper body and improving sitting tolerance. Christine worked with the same therapists throughout her stay. That not only helped her achieve her goals more quickly, but also formed a relationship that is important for short-term rehabilitation.
Upon discharge, she is able to ambulate 240 feet with a cane and requires minimal supervision with her activities of daily living. Christine returned home to live independently and will continue her therapeutic activities by receiving home health therapy services.
"I just loved the therapists! They pushed me to do more than I ever thought I could. Their encouragement and knowledge of therapy are the reason I am going home!"
 Mayme Grisby was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from Methodist Hospital Indianapolis. She had a fall at home due to lower extremity weakness and decreased functional mobility. Her family toured a number of rehabilitation facilities and decided on Spring Mill Meadows for Mayme. They were most impressed with the exclusive rehabilitation wing for people like their mom who are there on a short-term basis.
Mayme arrived at Spring Mill Meadows with overall weakness, increased risk of falls, and decreased standing balance. She was evaluated by therapy on her first day and they determined that she required total assistance of 3-4 people for sitting to standing movement. Mayme required maximum assistance to complete upper extremity Assistance with Daily Living and total assistance for lower body dressing/grooming.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Mayme’s determination, she was able to return home to live with her son. At that time, Mayme was able to walk 75 feet with an assistive device and only required minimal assistance with her transfers.
Mayme’s son said, "I am thrilled and amazed at the improvements mom has made. I was not sure what to expect when we arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, but in no time, the therapists had her doing things she had not done in months! Thank you!"
 Yolanda Pennyfeather arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation following a CVA resulting with total body weakness, edema, and dysarthria. Following her hospital stay, she was weak and in need of intensive therapeutic services. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she was able ambulate 150 feet without an assistive device with minimal assistance. She required assistance to transfer from her bed to her chair. Due to her weakness, she required assistance for her daily dressing, bathing, and grooming tasks. Yolanda also had dysarthria, which made her speech difficult to understand. Following this intensive 30-day therapy program, which included PT/OT/ST services, she is returning home to live independently. At this time, she is able to walk 450 feet independently. She is independent with transferring herself from the chair and to bed. She is now able to groom and dress herself independently. She is very happy to return home will continue to receive short- term therapy at home to ensure that she doesn’t lose any of the strength she as worked so hard to achieve.
Yolanda had this to say – "I am a child care provider from my home. I am so anxious to get back to my kids. Spring Mill Meadows was great. They were so nice to my Mom and my deacon from church who visited all the time. I am so happy with Spring Mill Meadows that I sent them a great big fruit basket as a way to say thank you! Thank You – Thank you!"
 Nancy Dunn was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a 5-day hospital stay At St Vincent, related to COPD, lower extremity weakness and severe back pain. Upon evaluation, she was identified to have bilateral lower extremity edema. Nancy was able to walk 10 feet with a rolling walker with moderate assistance due to pain. She was full weight bearing; however, she exhibited a decreased step length and height. She required assistance to complete all activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
During her stay at Spring Mill Meadows, she received physical and occupational therapy interventions to address goals for strengthening, independence with activities of daily living, and ambulation. She achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in her upper body and improving sitting tolerance. She had an excellent attitude towards therapy, which decreased her stay and increased her performance!
Prior to discharge, an in home evaluation was completed with a Spring Mill Meadows therapist to ensure she could safely return to living independently. Upon discharge, she is able to ambulate 40 feet with a rolling walker and requires stand by assistance with her activities of daily living. Spring Mill Meadows helped Nancy get a power wheelchair to keep her level of mobility during periods of her COPD exacerbation.
"I am so thankful to the therapists! They are miracle workers. Going back home is so exciting. I enjoyed the employees at Spring Mill Meadows and will enjoy being at home too!"
 Donald Dauenhauer was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from St Vincent Hospital due to a altered mental status, weakness, A-fib, CHF, and multiple recent falls.
Upon an evaluation by the Spring Mill Meadows therapy team, they determined he was able to ambulate 40 feet with a rolling walker and minimal assistance. He exhibited an ataxic gait and he required assistance to increase rate of ambulation. He required moderate assistance to complete activities of daily living, dressing, grooming, and transfers.
During his stay at Spring Mill Meadows, he received physical and occupational therapy interventions as part of the Moving Forward Rehabilitation Program to address goals for strengthening, independence with activities of daily living and ambulation. He achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in his upper body and improving sitting tolerance. He had an excellent attitude towards therapy.
Mr. Dauenhauer lives on the Spring Mill Meadows' campus, in his own independent living Garden Home . An in home evaluation was competed to ensure safety in his independent environment. Upon discharge, he is able to ambulate 65 feet with a rolling walking and requires stand by assistance with his activities of daily living. Mr. Dauenhauer plans to receive home health therapy services to continue improve his strength and endurance.
“It was nice that I already lived on the Spring Mill Meadows campus. I went from the garden homes right behind the main building to the rehab in the main building. It was just like I never left the environment that I am so comfortable in. I am a lot better now and feel a lot better!”
 Mazie Palmer was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows from Methodist Hospital following a BKA (below the knee amputation) due to PVD with a worsening gangrenous vascular ulcer on her right foot. Prior to this surgery, Mazie was independent with ambulation and activities of daily living. This surgery left her with significant pain and decreased sitting balance, as well as the obstacle of relearning how she performed daily tasks independently.
When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, Mazie was unable to stand and required assistance to sit on the edge of her bed. She required maximum assistance to transfer from her bed to the wheelchair and wheelchair to toilet. Although she was motivated to perform tasks, she required maximum assistance to perform dressing, grooming, and bathing tasks on her lower extremities. Mazie had a brief set back and she was readmitted to the hospital for pneumonia. When she returned on August 8th, Mazie was more motivated than ever and more determined than ever to return home at the end of her therapy program.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Mazie’s hard work and determination, she was able to return home. At this time, Mazie is able to walk 350 feet using her prosthetic leg and use with a rolling walker. She requires stand by assistance with her transfers from the bed to a chair and from the chair to the toilet. She requires minimum assistance for dressing and grooming. She achieved her goals while working with the therapy team at Spring Mill Meadows. Mazie could not be more thrilled than to return home with her husband. She will continue her therapy program at home by receiving home OT/PT services.
"This has been an experience that I could not have gotten through without the support of my therapists, my nurses and really everyone at Spring Mill Meadows. If you need to get therapy, this is the place to come! I tell everyone that."
 Hope Caroll arrived at Spring Mill Meadows from St Vincent Hospital. Hope needed rehabilitation following a 5-day hospital stay for multiple medical conditions including abdominal wound infection, HTN and cervical cancer.
Prior to her admission, the hospital case manager suggested that friends and family tour Spring Mill Meadows. They did just that and from that point on knew that Hope would be happy with the surroundings and the staff at Spring Mill Meadows. They liked the fact that the rehab residents were in an exclusive wing and had an exclusive rehab dining room.
Upon the therapy evaluation at Spring Mill Meadows, they determined this 72-year-old woman required assistance for ambulation. Hope’s abdominal wound required a wound vac, which was placed to aid in healing. She admitted to Spring Mill Meadows for intensive therapeutic services as part of the Moving Forward Rehabilitation Program. As part of that program, she received physical and occupational therapy daily.
Following this intensive 3-month therapy program, she is returning home to live independently. At this time, she is able to walk 400 feet. She is independent with transferring herself from the chair to the bed and is now able to groom and dress herself.
“I wanted my independence back and they told me they would do whatever it took to help me get it. They were right! I had a great stay at Spring Mill Meadows. One I will never forget. Thank you everyone!”
 Jewell Wilkins admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a stay at Methodist Hospital. She was at Methodist for 2 weeks with a perforated viscous, status/post small bowel resection, pelvic adhesions, and HTN.
Upon evaluation by the Spring Mill Meadows therapy team, they determined that she was unable to walk, even with maximum assistance. She was full weight bearing; however, she was only able to stand for approximately one minute. She required maximum assistance to complete all activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
During her stay at Spring Mill Meadows, she received physical and occupational therapy interventions to address goals for strengthening, independence with activities with daily living, and ambulation. She achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in her upper body and improving sitting tolerance. She had an excellent attitude towards therapy.
Upon discharge, she was able to ambulate 500 feet with a rollerator walker and is independent with her activities of daily living. Since Jewell lives alone, an in home evaluation was completed prior to discharge to ensure safety in and around her home. Jewell will receive home therapy services to continue her progress while at home.
Congratulations Jewell from your friends at Spring Mill Meadows! Your names says it all!
"I just love Spring Mill Meadows. The condition I was in when I was arrived was not good. The condition I was in went I went home was great! I am so happy!"
 Edythe Tanner admitted to Spring Mill Meadows after a 5-day hospital stay related to a functional decline. Upon evaluation, she was able to walk 15 feet with a standard cane with minimal assistance. She was full weight bearing; however, she exhibited a decreased step length and height. She required assistance to complete all activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
During her stay at Spring Mill Meadows, she received physical and occupational therapy interventions to address goals for strengthening, independence with ADLs, and ambulation. She achieved goals for independence in upper body dressing and grooming, as well as increasing strength in her upper body and improving sitting tolerance. She participated well throughout her stay here and had an excellent attitude towards therapy.
Upon discharge, she is able to ambulate 200 feet with a rollator walker and requires stand by assistance with her activities of daily living.
 Jean Eubanks arrived at Spring Mill Meadows from St Vincent Hospital for intensive rehabilitation following her hospitalization. This hospital stay was due to acute symptoms of gout, ischemic PVD, and weakness. During her hospitalization, Jean exhibited a functional decline and was unable to return home.
Upon her arrival at Spring Mill Meadows, she was weak, debilitated, had osteoparthirits, and peripheral neuropathy. Upon evaluation, it was determined that Jean, 76-years young, required assistance for bed mobility, standing, and transferring to her wheelchair. She also required assistance for all ADL’s Jean was also unable to ambulate upon admission.
At Spring Mill Meadows she worked with the Occupational and Physical therapists that make up the Moving Forward Rehabilitation Team. Following the intensive month-long therapy program, she is able to walk 300 feet with a rolling walker. She is independent with transferring herself from the chair and to bed. She is independent with bathing, grooming, dressing, and daily care.
Jean received an in home evaluation from a Spring Mill Meadows therapist to ensure a safe transition home. She is now scheduled to go home and live independently. She is very excited to return to her apartment and had the added security of receiving assistance when needed from her niece.
 Rosalind was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a total hip replacement die to severe osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease. This surgery left her with significant pain, decreased mobility, range of motion, and a weight bearing as tolerated status. When she arrived she required assistance to stand using standard walker for balance. She also required moderate assistance to transfer from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet. Although she was motivated to perform tasks, she required moderate assistance to perform dressing, grooming, and bathing tasks on her lower extremities.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at SMM and Rosalind's determination, she was able to return home to live with her husband in their two level home.
At that time, Rosalind was able t walk 300 feet with her straight cane. Her standing tolerance was up to 8 minutes, which will enable her to perform daily tasks in her home. She was independent with her transfers from the bed to a chair and from the chair to the toilet. She requires stand by assistance for dressing, grooming, and bathing of her lower body at this time. She participated well and achieved her goals while working with therapy at Spring Mill Meadows.
 "I just loved it here. Even the administrator stopped in to my room often to make sure my needs were met and that everything was okay. Lee Perina (physical therapist) could not have been kinder or more helpful."
Four granddaughters made Levon the special greetings in this photo – Amy, Natalie, Haley and Tezia. It helped Levon feel right at home. Her grandchildren came to see her all the time and liked the watch her in therapy.
"If I ever have a relapse, I’ve told my husband to bring me back here. I really liked all the people – all of them – from the cooks to the therapists to housekeeping to nursing – they all helped me and now I am going home."
 Adelina Martucci was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a total hip replacement after a fall at home.
This surgery left her with significant pain, decreased mobility, range of motion, and a non-weight bearing status. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she required moderate assistance to stand for 10 seconds while using a standard walker for balance. She also required moderate assistance to transfer from her bed to a wheelchair. Adelina required maximum assistance to perform tasks of daily living.
Through the effective, intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows and Adelina's determination, she was able to return home to live with her granddaughter!
At the time she left, Adelina was able to walk 200 feet with a rolling walker. She was independent with her transfers from the bed to a chair. All of her hard work paid off!
Adelina will be returning to Spring Mill Meadows to continue her therapy program on an outpatient basis. She wants to make sure she retains the strength and range of motion that she gained during her short-term rehabilitation stay. Adelina liked working with the onsite therapists, as she could immediately see the progress that she was making and was thrilled when she achieved her goals. Congratulations Adelina on a job well done!
"The therapists were outstanding and Mom's doctors are shocked at how far she has come and that she is back on her feet!"
Daughter Sylvia Albarado
 Fereydoon Khatibi had a total knee replacement and was advised that he should get short-term rehabilitation prior to returning home. His family decided that one of the places they would tour for Fereydoon was Spring Mill Meadows. After that tour, they knew they would not need to go anywhere else – Spring Mill Meadows was their choice!.
Fereydoon was soon admitted to Spring Mill Meadows. This surgery left him with significant pain, decreased mobility and range of motion. When he arrived at Spring Mill Meadows and began working with the therapy team, he required assistance to walk 10 feet with a standard walker. He also required minimum assistance to transfer from bed to wheelchair. Fereydoon was very motivated in his twice a day therapy and knew that with the help of physical and occupational therapists – he could get back to his normal functioning level.
The intensive therapy program at Spring Mill Meadows, along with Fereydoon’s determination, was the right combination to return him home. At this time, Fereydoon is able to walk 200 feet with a rolling walker. His knee range of motion improved from 84 degrees to 100 degrees. He was independent with his transfers from the bed to a chair. The therapists said he was a joy to work with and a "model student" as he participated well and achieved his goals.
His son came to pick him up the day Fereydoon was to return home. Fereydoon just kept smiling and saying "Thank you, Thank You, Thank You."
Well, THANK YOU Fereydoon for choosing Spring Mill Meadows and congratulations on your success!
 Margaret Carlson arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for Rehabilitation following an exacerbation of COPD, A-Fib and osteoarthritis. She had a week long hospital stay at St Vincent Hospital. Following her hospital stay, she took advantage of the private suites at Spring Mill Meadows. She needed Rehabilitation for acute dehydration, pneumonia and gastroenteritis.
This combination of ailments left her severely weak and in need of therapeutic services. She was unable to roll from side to side while in bed, transfer herself, sit up in bed, or even stand. She required extensive assistance when she arrived at the Spring Mill Meadows Moving Forward Rehabilitation Program. She required 2 people to transfer her from her bed to her wheelchair.
Following an intensive 3-month therapy program, Margaret returned home to live with her son. She is now able to walk 400 feet with a rolling walker and is independent with transferring herself from the chair to the bed. She needs someone to help her set out her clothes; but she is now able to groom and dress herself with standby assistance. She is very happy that her hard work paid off and about her return home.
She now enjoys her visits back to Spring Mill Meadows as she continues to receive short-term out patient therapy. She also has nursing services at home to ensure that she doesn't lose any of the strength she has worked so hard to achieve. Stephanie Ratliff, Rehabilitation Servies Mangers saad "Margaret was an absolute joy to work with and we wish her the very best in the days to come!" Margaret said "Therapy was terrific! The secret was that the staff was wonderful and encouraged me everyday!"
 Jewel Venezia arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for therapy following total knee replacement surgery. When she arrived, she required significant assistance from staff for dressing, bathing, and was unable to walk on a daily basis. Shortly after she began her rehabilitation program, she was hospitalized for pulmonary edema for a brief amount of time. When Jewel returned, she continued to work with her physical and occupational therapists. Upon discharge she was able to walk up to 500’ with a walker, needing minimal supervision due to occasional knee buckling. Today, she is able to transfer herself independently, dress her upper body and bath herself. Jewel is going home with some help from her family. She will continue the rest of her therapy at home. We anticipate that she will have no problem making progress working towards her goal of living independently!
 Frances Johnson arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation following cancer treatment. Prior to her hospitalization, she had been living independently in her own apartment. Upon arriving at Spring Mill Meadows, her endurance and strength were severely depleted. She was able to walk only 50 feet with assistance and the use of a cane. She also needed assistance with daily living activities, such as dressing and bathing, due to pain and weakness. During her stay, she has become a very enthusiastic therapy patient, often being the first one to come to therapy in the morning. Because of her motivation and strong family support, she has made excellent progress. Frances has been independently completing daily living activities for several weeks now, and has continued in therapy to work on additional endurance, balance, and strengthening. She now walks unassisted over 400 feet around our community, and her endurance and strength are back to normal. Frances will continue to receive short-term therapy at home to ensure that she doesn’t lose any of the strength she has worked so hard to achieve.
 Barbara Bell arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation following a hospital stay for swelling in her legs and increased shortness of breath. Prior to her hospitalization, she had been living independently, requiring no assistance with daily living skills or mobility.
Barbara participated in the Moving Forward Rehabilitation program at Spring Mill Meadows. The physical and occupational therapists on staff found that her overall strength was impaired, as was her endurance and balance. After five weeks of therapy, her balance is good, she is walking independently throughout the facility, and her strength has improved to a normal level for her age. Barbara was impressed with the fact that she worked with the same therapists all of the time, and it comforted her to know that they were very aware of her progress and her needs.
One of her therapists, Jennifer Summers, reports that the swelling and shortness of breath that Barbara was experiencing have been managed medically and are no longer problematic. She is planning to discharge to home soon. Spring Mill Meadows provided an in-home evaluation and found that with continued support from home health – Barbara can make a successful transition back home.
 Mr. Dossman arrived at Spring Mill Meadows following a hip replacement surgery to correct degenerative joint disease. Upon admission, he was hardly able to bare any weight, only able to walk a few steps with assistance, and required overall assistance with daily living tasks. With the help of occupational therapy, he has learned how to use adaptive equipment and can now complete daily living tasks independently. He has also improved his standing tolerance and balance. With physical therapy, he has learned to walk up to 100 feet with a walker and has significantly improved the strength in his legs. He continues to be challenged by knee pain and wears a brace for support. However, Mr. Dossman has improved enough to return home with the help of home healthcare in time to celebrate the holidays with his family.
 George Leckas came to Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation after he fell at home and required a stay at the hospital. When he arrived here, he was only able to walk using his walker. However, he still shuffled his feet and frequently lost his balance. George had lost a significant amount of weight and complained of general weakness. He was very motivated to participate in therapy, having been an active fitness buff when he was younger. By the time he completed his rehabilitation program, he was able to walk over 500 feet with a cane. His endurance and balance had improved significantly. For a week after his rehabilitation was completed, George stayed with Spring Mill Meadows while waiting for an apartment at Clearwater Commons, a neighboring American Senior Communities property, to open up. During that time, he continued to exercise independently. His motivation to improve his health had a positive impact on his progress here and will help him maintain his health in his new apartment.
 When Craig arrived at Spring Mill Meadows he was well versed in the therapy process, having recovered from a major car accident over 20 years ago. That accident left him with impaired function on the left side of his body, but he had been able to live independently in an apartment and walk with a walker. Along with needing assistance with walking, Craig required help with daily tasks such as dressing and bathing.
During his stay at Spring Mill Meadows, Craig could be seen participating in activities, making new friends with residents and staff members and working very, very hard in the therapy gym. His wonderful attitude and strong will allowed him to return home in September.
His therapist said “He has been an enthusiastic participant in therapy since his arrival here and has made excellent gains. He is now independent with daily living tasks, including home-management skills, and is walking independently with a quad cane. His balance has improved as well as his physical endurance. He will return home - having completed 6 weeks of rehabilitation."
 Marjorie Royer arrived at Spring Mill Meadows for rehabilitation following an exacerbation of COPD, CHF, and respiratory failure. Following her 20 day hospital stay, she was severely weak and in need of intensive therapeutic services. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows she was unable to stand or ambulate. She required two people to transfer her from her bed to her wheelchair. Due to her weakness, she was unable to dress or groom herself. Following this intensive 3-month therapy program, she is returning home with her daughter. At this time, she is able to walk 150 feet with a rolling walker. She is independent with transferring herself from the chair and to bed. She needs someone to help her set her clothes out but she is now able to groom and dress herself with standby assistance. She is very happy to return home with her daughter and will continue to receive short-term therapy at home to ensure she doesn't lose any of the strength she has worked so hard to achieve. Congratulations Marjorie! We are very proud of you!
 Darlene Carpenter was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a month long hospital stay due to a bowel obstruction. She came to Spring Mill Meadows with a g-tube for adequate nutrition, arthritis, weakness and dementia. Prior to her hospital stay, she lived in a 3rd floor apartment and was independent with ambulation and activities of daily living. When she arrived at Spring Mill Meadows, she required assistance to walk 25 feet with a rolling walker. She was motivated; however, needed assistance to complete her dressing and grooming needs. After a month of therapy, she is independent to ambulate 250 feet without an assistive device. She is independent with all daily activities including dressing, grooming and bathing. She remains at SMM at this time to work on her safety awareness and problem solving skills. Her plans are to be discharged to an Assisted Living facility early in March. We are proud of you, Darlene!
 Clarence "Cloudy" McCloud was admitted to Spring Mill Meadows following a hospital stay for his exacerbated CHF. When he admitted Cloudy was requiring 10 liters of oxygen at all times. He required moderate assistance with his bathing, grooming and dressing. He also required a rolling walker and moderate assistance to walk 3 steps. He participated well with therapy and continues to perform daily occupational and physical rehabilitation. At this time, Cloudy requires 6 liters of oxygen and is able to walk 70 feet with stand by assistance with a rolling walker. He requires set up assistance only with dressing, grooming and bathing. We are honored to have Mr. McCloud at Spring Mill Meadows and wish him continued success!
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