Care Programs
Comprehensive Care for Medically Complex Patients
Terner Health offers a full continuum of congregate care services designed to meet the clinical needs of patients requiring specialized, ongoing medical support. Our programs are built for complexity — and for outcomes.
Skilled Nursing Care
Our skilled nursing program provides continuous, physician-supervised care for patients with complex medical needs. Registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses are on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week, supported by a dedicated medical director and consulting specialists.
Ideal Patient Profile
Post-acute patients transitioning from acute hospital care, patients with multiple chronic conditions requiring ongoing clinical oversight, or individuals with complex medication regimens.
Clinical Capabilities
- IV therapy and infusion management
- Complex wound care and ostomy management
- Tracheostomy and ventilator management
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition
- Medication management and reconciliation
- Telemetry and cardiac monitoring
- Dialysis coordination and support
- Infection control and isolation protocols
Memory Care
Our memory care program provides a safe, structured environment specifically designed for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and other cognitive conditions. Our team is specially trained in dementia care best practices and person-centered approaches.
Ideal Patient Profile
Patients with moderate to severe dementia who require a secure environment, behavioral management support, or whose care needs exceed what can be safely managed at home or in a lower level of care.
Clinical Capabilities
- Secure, purpose-designed memory care unit
- Individualized behavioral care plans
- Non-pharmacological behavioral interventions
- Cognitive stimulation and engagement programming
- Family education and caregiver support
- Psychiatric consultation and medication management
- Wandering prevention and safety protocols
- Sundowning and agitation management
Post-Acute Rehabilitation
Our rehabilitation program delivers intensive, goal-directed therapy for patients recovering from surgery, stroke, orthopedic injury, or acute illness. Our licensed therapists work closely with the referring provider and the patient's care team to establish realistic functional goals and a clear discharge plan.
Ideal Patient Profile
Post-surgical patients (joint replacement, cardiac, spinal), stroke and neurological recovery, patients with deconditioning following prolonged hospitalization, or those requiring intensive therapy before returning home.
Clinical Capabilities
- Physical therapy — gait, strength, balance, mobility
- Occupational therapy — ADL retraining, adaptive equipment
- Speech-language pathology — dysphagia, cognition, communication
- Restorative nursing programs
- Orthotic and prosthetic coordination
- Discharge planning and home safety evaluation
- Caregiver training and education
- Outpatient therapy transition planning
Palliative & Comfort Care
Our palliative care program focuses on improving quality of life for patients with serious, life-limiting illness. We provide expert symptom management, goals-of-care conversations, and emotional and spiritual support — coordinated closely with the referring provider, patient, and family.
Ideal Patient Profile
Patients with advanced cancer, end-stage organ failure, or other serious illness who prioritize comfort and quality of life, and whose goals of care align with a palliative rather than curative approach.
Clinical Capabilities
- Advanced pain and symptom management
- Goals-of-care and advance directive support
- Coordination with hospice providers
- Chaplaincy and spiritual care
- Social work and family counseling
- Comfort-focused nursing protocols
- Family meeting facilitation
- Bereavement support resources
Clinical Spectrum
Levels of Care
Terner Health is equipped to support patients across a broad clinical spectrum. Our interdisciplinary team conducts a thorough clinical assessment at admission to determine the appropriate level of care and adjust as the patient's needs evolve.
Subacute / Post-Acute
Short-term, intensive care following hospitalization with a goal of functional recovery and discharge.
Long-Term Care
Ongoing residential care for patients with chronic conditions who require continuous clinical oversight.
Respite Care
Short-term placement to provide relief for family caregivers or bridge care during transitions.
Hospice-Eligible
Comfort-focused care for patients who meet hospice criteria, coordinated with a licensed hospice provider.
Refer a Patient to Terner Health
Our admissions team responds to referrals within 2 hours. For urgent placements, our on-call coordinator is available 24/7.