Sub-Acute and Skilled Nursing Specialty Programs

Specialized Care for Complex Medical and Neurological Needs

Fresh River Healthcare provides specialized sub-acute care programs designed to support individuals with complex medical, neurological, behavioral health, and rehabilitation needs. Located in East Windsor, Connecticut and serving Greater Hartford and Northern Connecticut, our interdisciplinary team delivers individualized care for residents who require services beyond traditional short-term rehabilitation or long-term care.

Our specialty programs combine skilled nursing, rehabilitation, behavioral health support, therapeutic recreation, social services, and clinical oversight to help residents achieve the highest possible level of health, function, comfort, and quality of life.

Huntington’s Disease Program

Fresh River Healthcare is recognized for its specialized Huntington’s Disease Program, providing comprehensive care for individuals living with Huntington’s Disease throughout Connecticut and New England.

Residents benefit from:

• Skilled nursing services

• Neurological rehabilitation

• Behavioral health support

• Specialized therapeutic programming

• Adaptive equipment and positioning support

• Speech, occupational, and physical therapy

• Family support and care planning

Our interdisciplinary team has extensive experience addressing the physical, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges associated with Huntington’s Disease.

Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Support

Fresh River Healthcare provides specialized support for individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders.

Services may include:

• Rehabilitation services

• Balance and mobility training

• Fall prevention strategies

• Medication management

• Swallowing and communication support

• Adaptive equipment training

• Long-term skilled nursing care

Our goal is to help residents maintain mobility, independence, safety, and quality of life.

Behavioral Health Services

Fresh River Healthcare offers behavioral health programming within a skilled nursing environment for residents whose medical and behavioral health needs require coordinated support.

Our interdisciplinary team works with residents experiencing:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Bipolar disorder

• Schizophrenia and related conditions

• Trauma-related disorders

• Behavioral symptoms associated with neurological conditions

• Co-occurring medical and psychiatric diagnoses

Behavioral health services are integrated into individualized care plans and coordinated alongside nursing, rehabilitation, and social services.

Memory Care and Dementia Support

Residents living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive disorders benefit from specialized memory care services designed to promote safety, dignity, engagement, and quality of life.

Program features include:

• Structured daily routines

• Dementia-informed care approaches

• Behavioral support strategies

• Therapeutic recreation programming

• Nursing supervision

• Family communication and support

Fresh River Healthcare’s memory care services support residents with both cognitive and complex medical needs.

Advanced Rehabilitation Services

Many residents within our specialty programs benefit from rehabilitation services designed to maintain or improve function, mobility, communication, and independence.

Fresh River Healthcare offers:

• Physical Therapy

• Occupational Therapy

• Speech Therapy

• Neurological rehabilitation

• Swallowing and communication support

• Adaptive equipment training

• Mobility and balance programs

Recent investments in therapeutic technology and adaptive rehabilitation equipment further enhance our ability to support residents with complex neurological and medical conditions.

Interdisciplinary Care and Community Partnerships

Fresh River Healthcare’s specialty programs are supported by an experienced interdisciplinary team that includes nursing professionals, therapists, social workers, recreation staff, dietary professionals, physicians, psychiatric providers, and specialty consultants.

We also collaborate with hospitals, neurologists, community organizations, and academic partners, including UConn Health, to help ensure residents benefit from coordinated care, evidence-based practices, and access to specialized expertise.

Individualized, Person-Centered Care

Every resident entering one of Fresh River Healthcare’s specialty programs receives an individualized care plan based on their medical condition, functional abilities, personal goals, preferences, and support needs.

Our mission is to provide compassionate, person-centered care that promotes dignity, comfort, independence, and quality of life while addressing the unique challenges associated with complex medical and neurological conditions.

Learn More About Fresh River Healthcare’s Specialty Programs

To learn more about our specialty programs, skilled nursing services, rehabilitation programs, or admissions process, please contact our admissions team.

We work closely with hospitals, physicians, neurologists, families, and community providers throughout Connecticut and New England to help determine the most appropriate level of care and support for each individual.