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Due to a fall and declining health, it was recommended that my mom enter rehab. After researching various facilities in the area, we chose Salem Hills. They were the only facility that reached out to me when my mother was hospitalized. Having visited relatives in similar facilities in the past, I have to say Salem Hills is one of the best facilities around. We were truly impressed by how kind the majority of the staff were. They were helpful and always willing to answer questions. I visited my mom daily until she was discharged to return home so I got to witness the patient’s experience firsthand.
Positives: The facility is extremely clean. My mom was concerned that her clothes were missing but it was because they were being washed. They labeled everything when we arrived. I saw people cleaning throughout the times that I visited. It never smelled like a typical facility. Every day there were activities for my mom to participate in. She enjoyed bowling, bingo and watching movies. She stayed active because she had an aide who helped her get dressed and ready for the day.
My mom is declining cognitively so she didn’t like losing her independence. The aides helped her and kept her safe. The OT and PT worked with my mom to build her strength so she is able to get around with a walker at home.
Negatives: I’m going to miss everyone there. I’m especially going to miss the kitchen staff because they provided three delicious meals per day for my mom. She actually raved about the food. I enjoyed meeting the staff and the residents. There were some very interesting people at Salem Hills. Jennifer, the social worker, was amazing. She kept me updated and helped me throughout my mom’s stay. I truly appreciate everything they did to help my mom feel comfortable and happy while she was there. Just remember, if your loved one can’t advocate for themselves, you need to be their biggest advocate.
