Cottonwood Health and Rehabilitation in Laramie is licensed as a skilled nursing facility, so its primary service is 24-hour nursing care for residents who need either short-term post-hospital recovery or ongoing long-term support. Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants are on duty around the clock to handle medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and monitoring of chronic conditions. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists provide ordered rehabilitation programs on site, and a medical director oversees individualized care plans in coordination with residents’ personal physicians. The center also offers respite stays, hospice coordination, and restorative nursing for residents who are medically stable but still require daily oversight.
Beyond direct medical treatment, Cottonwood Health and Rehabilitation supports residents with ancillary services that help maintain stability and avoid rehospitalization. Lab draws, X-ray visits, and pharmacy consultations are arranged through vetted providers, while social workers and case managers handle discharge planning and help families navigate insurance requirements. Scheduled transportation can be arranged for off-site specialist appointments, and fall-reduction and pain-management programs are in place for ongoing quality of life. A secured wing with enhanced staffing ratios is available for residents with dementia who need increased supervision and structured daily routines.
Accommodations include a mix of private and shared rooms equipped with adjustable hospital beds, in-room nurse call systems, and barrier-free bathrooms; some rooms add basic cable, personal climate control, and Wi-Fi access, but not every accommodation offers all of these features. Housekeeping, linen service, and personal laundry are provided according to a weekly schedule, and residents can bring approved personal items to make the space feel familiar. Common areas such as indoor lounges and outdoor patios are open throughout the day, and therapy gyms are located on the main floor for easy access to scheduled rehab sessions.
Dining services provide three meals and scheduled snacks each day in the central dining room, with menu oversight by a registered dietitian to ensure compliance with physician-ordered diets, including low-sodium, diabetic, renal, and texture-modified options. Residents who are unable to leave their rooms receive bedside meal delivery, and staff monitor food intake to help identify changes in nutritional status. The kitchen posts rotating menus so residents can see upcoming selections and request substitutions when medically appropriate, and family members can coordinate with the dietitian for special occasion meals or cultural preferences when these fit within dietary guidelines.
