Kindred Hospital Los Angeles

Over the last few weeks, we have focused on the importance of getting a flu shot this year as seasonal influenza viruses begin to spread along with the virus that causes COVID-19. To help raise awareness and encourage others to roll up their sleeves for this year’s flu vaccine, some of our dedicated team members are sharing photos of their flu shots on social media using #FluShotSelfies!

After Barbara returned from a trip, she found that she had contracted COVID-19. After three days her breathing became compromised. Barbara had to be placed on a ventilator and was transferred to Kindred Hospital for respiratory therapy and rehabilitation. Her physical and occupational therapists helped her overcome a very long period of inactivity, and she began to regain her strength and motor skills. My team at Kindred gently and effectively weaned me off the vent, Barbara said. Everyone listened to me and really heard me. They also found the sweet spot with my medications to help my anxiety, so I could be weaned I was definitely suffering from post-ICU anxiety. I had full confidence in the staff and I that helped me get better.

The special importance of a flu vaccine this winter comes down to one word twindemic" - that describes the serious consequences of the flu in possible conjunction with COVID-19. Click here to read more: http://Kindrd.care/6181Gf79H

This is National Physical Therapy Month, and we want to salute all of our hard-working #HealthCareHeroes who help our patients get back on their feet.

Happy National Case Management Week! We are thankful for all of our case managers and the role that they play in bringing nurses, doctors, therapists and families together to create a plan for outstanding patient outcomes. Thank you, case managers, for all that you do!

George had a heart attack and had to be put on a ventilator. He was transferred to Kindred Hospital to receive respiratory therapy and rehabilitation. Soon, he was able to begin communicating with a speaking valve and as his lungs became stronger, his breathing tube was removed. George was discharged to a rehab facility to continue his recovery before returning home to his wife and family. His team celebrated his discharge and everyone wished him all the best as he left Kindred.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends people get their flu shot by the end of October. The sooner you can get vaccinated for the flu, the better especially if you are planning to receive a COVID-19 vaccine once it’s available. Every flu season is different, with some being worse than others. Your best defense is vaccination, which provides important protection from flu and its potential complications.

When Matthew began to feel sharp pains in his chest, he was rushed to the ER. Physicians had to perform CPR and placed him on a ventilator when his breathing became compromised by respiratory failure. Matthew arrived at Kindred and began to receive respiratory therapy. He started the early mobility program with his physical and occupational therapists, making steady gains every day during his stage as he moved through various levels of recovery. Kindred is very amazing, Matthew affirmed just before leaving the facility. The staff helped us understand exactly what was happening every day they are a very great team. I have something great to say about everybody here and I also want to thank my wife for being here with me (even if not in person) every day!

Welcome to the first day of Fall!

This week, alongside providers and healthcare communities across the nation, we recognize National Rehabilitation Awareness Week. Thank you to all of our rehabilitation staff for your unwavering commitment to quality patient care. We are extremely grateful that you choose Kindred every day, and for everything you do to help our patients on their journeys to recovery.

After Tatiana developed the symptoms of COVID-19, she was placed on a ventilator and eventually transferred to Kindred Hospital for respiratory therapy and rehabilitation. She was immediately started on the respiratory program and began to make progress right away. I am so happy to be cleared and able to move on my own, Tatiana shared just before discharging from Kindred to continue on her journey to recovery. I am so grateful to everyone at Kindred.

On this #LaborDay, we thank our hard-working staff who work tirelessly to care for our patients to make sure they reach their highest potential for health and healing.