Important Questions to Ask
This web site, tours of the Rehabilitation Center and orientation to the program are all designed to answer important questions about your rehab stay.
The questions below are provided as a discussion guide for you as you gather important information from Rehabilitation Center staff about the rehab process as it pertains to your individualized care.
- What special credentials for rehabilitation does the facility have?
- What is the staffing of the rehabilitation program?
- How are nurses assigned to patients?
- Can family "room in" on the rehab unit?
- How is the patient involved in decision making for discharge?
- What does an average therapy day look like?
- How many days a week are therapies provided?
- How is family and support systems involved in education and discharge planning?
- Can family observe therapies?
- Is home assessment/evaluation by the team a part of the program?
- Is there opportunity for home visits?
- How will a patient/family know when the patient is ready for discharge?
- Who does the patient and family direct questions to about discharge planning?
- Who does the patient and family direct questions to about financial considerations/concerns?
- How is follow-up provided after discharge?
- Are there support groups available for me or my family member(s)?
- Can my pet visit?
- Will my insurance cover the rehabilitation stay?
