The Laurels of Chatham provides skilled nursing-home care with licensed nurses on duty 24 hours a day. Residents who require focused medical attention can enroll in the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, which is structured to improve lung function and breathing endurance after an exacerbation or related hospitalization. A broader Rehabilitation Program supports those recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, using physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered on-site to speed functional recovery. For family caregivers who need a short break or when a loved one needs temporary placement, the community offers Respite Care that includes the same clinical oversight and therapy access enjoyed by long-term residents.
Beyond the structured programs, the facility supplies daily clinical services such as medication administration, wound management, pain control, and diabetic monitoring. Individualized care plans are developed by an interdisciplinary team that includes physicians, therapists, dietitians, and social workers. Staff coordinate specialist appointments, arrange diagnostic testing, and manage hospital transfers when needed. Assistance with dressing, bathing, grooming, and mobility is provided according to each resident’s abilities, while safety protocols, fall-prevention measures, and routine health assessments aim to reduce complications and promote steady progress.
Resident accommodations consist of a mix of private and companion rooms equipped with basic furnishings, nurse-call systems, and accessible bathrooms; some rooms add in-room climate controls or extra storage, but not every unit includes every feature. Housekeeping, laundry service, and regular maintenance are part of the standard package, and residents may personalize their space with familiar items as space and safety permit.
Meals are served three times daily in a communal dining room with staff supervision for those who need assistance. Menus are created by a registered dietitian and modified for therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, cardiac, renal, diabetic, or mechanically altered textures. Snacks and hydration stations are available between meals, and residents who are unable to leave their rooms receive tray service. Not all dining areas provide the same seating arrangements, so availability of preferred spots can vary.
An activity center hosts group exercises, crafts, and visiting entertainment, while a library and computer lounge offers reading materials, internet access, and space for quiet pursuits. Scheduled social outings give residents opportunities to attend local events, dine at nearby restaurants, or shop in the community, with transportation and staff oversight included.
