Levels of Care Available

“In a day and age when medical facilities are constantly being criticized, it is both heart warming and encouraging to know that a place like William Penn exists.”-Daughter of a former resident

• Skilled Nursing
  This level of care is for individuals who have specific nursing needs such as wound care or IV medication. Or they require any combination of physical, occupational, or speech therapy five times a week. This level of care is generally covered by Medicare or other health insurance. Social services assists the residents and families in long term planning, issues of adjustment, and discharge planning.
• Long Term Nursing Care/Intermediate Nursing
  This level of care is for individuals who no longer require intense therapy and have no special nursing needs, but still require nursing monitoring and care. They may be on a restorative nursing program to help maintain their maximum level of function. Long term nursing care is paid for privately, by medical assistance, or by long term care insurance.
• Rehabilitation
  This level of care is for those who require intense therapy for a short period of time, often weeks. Rehab is generally covered by medical insurance, auto insurance, or workman’s compensation.
• Personal Care/Assisted Living
  This level of care is for individuals who are fairly independent in their daily care, have no special nursing needs, and are independent in getting around. Personal Care/Assisted Living is paid for privately or by long term care insurance. There may be financial assistance available through the veterans administration.
• Independent Apartment Living
  Independent apartments are for individuals who are totally independent in their living. They have no nursing needs, they can administer their own medications, and are safe to be alone in their apartment.
• Respite Care
  This is a short term admission for individuals whose caregivers need to place their loved one temporarily.
• Hospice Care
  Hospice, or end of life care, is available through several hospice agencies who provide care in the Center.