Transitional Care

Call for your free, no obligation Transitional Care Planning Kit

The Transitional Care Program is a unique part of St. Ann 's Community. It provides individualized rehabilitation treatment plans designed by a team of certified professionals. Watch an in-depth video about our Transitional Care Program

Our doctors, nurses and other specialists work with you and your family to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to discharge. By using the latest equipment, the newest practices and a team approach, we are helping many patients enjoy amazing results. St. Ann’s is one of the only organizations in Western New York to achieve CARF accreditation for various programs. To learn more about our CARF accreditation click here. To learn more about Transitional Care Quality of Care Outcomes, click here.

Expert Care with a Personal Touch
Our Transitional Care Program provides expert care to patients who are recovering from a wide range of challenges.

• Rehabilitation for adults recovering from cardiovascular surgery, amputations, fractures, hip or knee surgery, strokes, swallowing impairments, motor vehicle accidents, neurological and cardiovascular diseases or other acute, complex medical conditions.
• Physical, occupational and speech therapy utilizing the latest equipment, newest practices and a team approach.
• Clinical assistance with reaching your rehabilitation goals and developing a safe discharge plan.

Our Clinical Team
Our staff is on-site full-time and has received specialized training in many state-of-the-art techniques:

• NDT stroke care allowing our therapists to maximize the neurological and functional recovery of our stroke patients.
• Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) allows our speech pathologists to provide immediate, on-site assessment of swallowing as well as recommendations for the safest eating/feeding plan.
• Specialized wound care certification to speed healing and reduce complications.

Sharon Osborne is the Director of Rehabilitation Services at St. Ann 's Community. She has a B.S. in Physical Therapy from Daemen College, an M.S. in Health Systems Administration from Rochester Institute of Technology, and certifications in Manual Lymph Drainage, Decongestive Physical Therapy, and Neurodevelopmental Training (NDT).

Our multi-disciplinary team of specialists lets you rest assured that you are getting the best care available.

Board Certified Internists and Geriatricians Nurse Practitioners Physicians Assistants Registered Nurses Certified Nursing Assistants

Rehabilitation Therapists Social Workers Clinical Dietitians Therapeutic Recreation Specialists

Conveniences that make recovery even easier.
Our Transitional Care Program provides many conveniences that make life more pleasant for you and your family.

Admissions 7 days a week Private rooms Daily newspaper

Computer and internet access On-site interfaith chapel Television & telephone service (minimal charge)

Other Skilled Nursing Services Available at St. Ann's Community:
Rehabilitation
Special Care Unit for Dementia
Hospice Care
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Schedule A Visit

To schedule a personally guided tour of St. Ann’s Home, The Heritage or our state-of-the-art Transitional Care Program, please contact the Admissions Department. You can contact a representative by e-mail at admit1@stannscommunity.com or by calling (585) 697-6311. We’ll look forward to seeing you soon.