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Swing Beds - Extra Time for Healing 
 Time is of the essence, especially when you are recovering from surgery or an accident. At some point in your recovery, acute hospital care is no longer necessary; however, you may not be physically ready to go home.
HRMC is committed to helping patients get back to their lives as quickly and safely as possible. A swing bed program may be the step that will help meet your health care needs.
HRMC's swing bed program is designed to serve as a transition between acute hospital care and discharge to home, home health or a long-term care setting. Examples are:
- Recovery from major surgery, joint replacement, vascular or abdominal procedures
- Repeated hospitalization
- Recovery after a major accident or stroke
- IV therapy
- Physical, speech therapy after a prolonged illness
Physicians, nurses and therapists provide support and comfort to you and your family by offering a full range of services, which may include:
- Working to restore your independence by providing education and training to avoid pain and fatigue while performing tasks.
- Assessing your needs for special assistance devices.
- Teaching you breathing techniques and exercises to promote optimal breathing.
- Assisting you with interpreting and remembering written and spoken statements, and expressing your thoughts through speaking, writing and facial expressions.
- Promoting safe swallowing.
- Providing nutritional support and education.
Even though you may have received acute care at another hospital outside of Hendry Regional Medical Center, you still have the choice of transferring to HRMC as a swing bed patient. This allows you to be close to home, family and friends during your rehabilitation, which can help speed your recovery.
Medicare, as well as many private insurance plans, often covers the swing bed program. If you have questions about insurance coverage, contact HRMC's Social Services department at 863-902-3003.
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