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Rehabilitation Close to Home: Understanding the Support Available at RRH

Rehabilitation Close to Home: Understanding the Support Available at RRH

If you or someone you care about needs help during recovery, RRH offers rehabilitation services that support everyday goals and greater independence.

When you or a family member is recovering after surgery or another health change, it may be difficult to know what kind of support is available or where to begin. Rehabilitation may help someone rebuild strength or return to everyday activities. It may also support communication and swallowing needs.

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital offers several rehabilitation options for patients at different stages of recovery.

Outpatient rehabilitation

RRH rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy in acute and outpatient settings. Speech-language therapy is also available. Physical therapy helps patients regain strength and range of motion following an injury or illness.

Occupational therapy supports daily activities and treats hand and upper-extremity conditions. Speech-language therapy addresses communication and swallowing concerns.

RRH also provides pediatric outpatient rehabilitation for children whose needs may affect daily life or academic performance. The rehabilitation team works with families, caregivers and healthcare professionals to develop a treatment plan based on each child’s needs.

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Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

For people recovering from certain heart conditions or procedures, RRH offers medically supervised cardiac rehabilitation. Pulmonary rehabilitation provides monitored exercise for people with certain ongoing breathing conditions. It may also benefit people preparing for or recovering from lung surgery. Individual care plans are developed with the ordering physician.

Contact and access

  • Phone: (760) 499-3772

  • Location: RRH main hospital, Entrance B2, 1081 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555

  • Learn more: RRH Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Transitional Care Rehab Unit

Returning home is not always the immediate next step after a hospital stay. The Transitional Care Rehab Unit, or TCRU, provides short-term recovery for adults ages 18 and older who meet its admission requirements. It serves patients who no longer need acute hospital care but require additional support before returning home. Physical and occupational therapy are available in the unit.

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Rehabilitation services at home

RRH Visiting Nurse Services and Home Based Therapy provide care at home for patients who need additional assistance to continue living there. Under the direction of the patient’s physician, the care team follows a plan designed to support the patient’s health, function and comfort.

Available rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy. Speech therapy is also available. RRH accepts referrals from local and out-of-town physicians and hospitals. Rehabilitation centers may also refer patients.

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Bella Sera Skilled Nursing Facility

Bella Sera provides skilled nursing, long-term care and rehabilitation for people who need continued support. The facility offers round-the-clock care and works with residents and their families to support both short- and long-term placements.

Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy. Speech therapy is also available.

Contact and access

  • Phone: (760) 446-3591
  • Location: Entrance F1, 1131 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
  • Care options: Short- and long-term placement
  • Learn more: Bella Sera Skilled Nursing Facility

Community movement and wellness programs

RRH also offers free community classes that encourage movement and help participants stay active. These programs are separate from clinical rehabilitation and do not replace care recommended by a healthcare provider.

Rock Steady Boxing is a non-contact, boxing-inspired exercise program designed for people living with Parkinson’s. Guided movement helps participants build strength and improve everyday function.

Seniors Gentle Chair Yoga is a low-impact class for adults ages 60 and older. Classes are designed to support mobility, balance and strength.

Contact and access

  • Phone: (760) 499-3825

  • Location: 330 E. Ridgecrest Blvd., Suite D, Ridgecrest, CA 93555

  • Cost: Free

  • Schedule: Call for current class times and registration information.

  • Rock Steady Boxing: Learn more

  • Seniors Gentle Chair Yoga: Learn more

Finding the right next step

Finding the right service begins with understanding the patient’s needs and whether they meet the program’s requirements. Patients and families can speak with their healthcare provider or contact the appropriate RRH program directly to ask about referrals and scheduling. The program can also provide information about insurance coverage.

During National Rehabilitation Awareness Week, RRH recognizes every patient working toward greater independence and the rehabilitation professionals supporting them. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or someone you care about, these local services can offer a place to begin.

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This article is for general educational purposes and should not replace medical advice from a healthcare professional or be used for diagnosis or treatment. Please speak with a healthcare provider for guidance based on your individual needs.