- Medical Weight LossAltercare recognized the unique needs of people suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia in 1978 and were pioneers in developing specialized care with the Alzheimer's Association. We continue to refine care practices today, taking advantage of the data analysis opportunities our electronic health records provide. By reviewing resident trends in food consumption and weight loss, for example, we can head off potential issues early.
- Smoking CessationOur patients receive access to personalized instruction in exercise, nutrition, stress reduction, smoking cessation and general education on how the heart works. With these strategies, we empower individuals to make lasting positive health changes.
- Diabetes Care
- UltrasoundWe are specially trained in knee, shoulder and hip replacement precautions and protocols; foot evaluation and orthotic fabrication; comprehensive back care; and amputee rehabilitation. Our therapy team is trained in pain management, including electrical stimulation and ultrasound, and holistic care, such as heat treatment and massotherapy.
- Wound CareNursing services with RN and LPN professionals are provided 24-hours a day, 365 days a year at all Altercare centers and are enhanced by programs to meet complex, specialized needs, such as diabetes, wound care, bariatric care, and hospice and palliative care.
- Orthopedic SurgeryAfter an injury or orthopedic surgery, we undertand that patients want to get home and back to their daily routines as quickly as possible. Our comprehensive orthopedic program helps patients get there with strengthening practices, balance assessments and practical, hands-on training on safe transfer and other daily living skills.
- Hip Replacement
- Physical TherapyWith our therapists' expert guidance, our physical therapy patients engage in personalized programs to restore movement, reduce pain, return to daily function and prevent disability.
- Occupational TherapyGetting back to business, whether that's work, hobbies or managing a household, is the aim of occupational therapy. When routine tasks like eating, bathing, dressing and operating a computer or appliance become challenging due to injury or illness, our trained staff can help.
- General PodiatryOnsite specialty services are available for a range of needs, including IV therapy; tracheotomy care; pain management; registered dietician services; physical, occupational, and speech therapy. We also provide convenient onsite access to dental, podiatry, optometry, psychological and audiology care. From advanced diagnostics to fall prevention, Altercare offers full spectrum clinical care.