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Departments
●What
Is FELC?
●Resident
Rights
●Our
Services
●Our
Staff
●Accreditation
Events
resident council meetings
each month, the residents hold a
meeting to discuss recommendations to our facility and voice their
concerns. everyone is encouraged to participate. all ideas and
comments are reviewed, therefore, all our residents have a say in the
issues that are of concern to them.
pet therapy
we believe that elders should
have access to animal companionship who have the ability to provide
loving care. the aviary and aquarium in the lobby are gathering spots
for on-lookers. we also house 4 healthy cats and residents enjoy
weekly visits from certified pet therapy dogs. |
Fidelia Eckerd
Living Center
Services
Pharmaceutical
An
on-site pharmacy provides all medication to our residents at FELC.
This includes any and all prescriptions as well as over the counter
medication. Our pharmacy maximizes the efficiency of our nursing
staff's process of ordering and administering. In addition to two full
time pharmacists, pharmacy technicians assist the department. Our
pharmacy director reviews all resident charts on a monthly basis,
following both state and federal regulations.
Rehabilitative
All of
our rehabilitation services are on site, offering physical therapy,
occupational therapy, and speech therapy as prescribed by an attending
physician. We have full-time restorative aids that work with your
loved ones to help them regain their mobility and function to the
degree possible. Through the hospital we also have a respiratory
therapist trained in heart and lung function.
Laboratory
Our
24-hour Laboratory staff offers a comprehensive array of on-site tests
and services, approximately 95% of laboratory tests are performed on
site. All test results are reported to both the Living Center Nurses
and to the patient's primary care physician.
Radiology
Our
24-hour Radiology Department offers x-ray, MRI, CT scanning, Nuclear
medicine scanning, and ultrasonography. A full-time radiologist is
available to read films and report to the attending physician.
Treatment
Nurse
We have a
full-time certified wound care associate on staff. Our wound nurse
works closely with each resident's physician, and makes monthly rounds
with our medical director.
Podiatry
Podiatry
services are provided by a doctor of podiatric care who visits the
center quarterly, performing both nail and foot care to our residents.
Payment for these services must be arranged through Medicare or
Medicaid, or by private agreement.
Chaplain
The
entire staff of the Living Center is dedicated to achieving and
maintaining the optimal wellness of all our residents. Spiritual, as
well as medical resources, are readily available. The hospital
chaplain is an ordained minister, trained in pastoral care, and
available to minister to center residents and their families. Local
clergy also contribute to our chaplain services by being on call.
When
requested, the chaplain will gladly visit with you and your family.
The strength and nature of your beliefs will be honored and your
privacy will be respected. The chaplain can be contacted by calling
the Social Worker. Your requests will be handled confidentially and
respectfully.
Mail
Residents
are free to send and receive mail through our mail room. Mail delivery
occurs six days a week. We also have a computer and Internet
connection that is available to residents free of charge on a
first-come, first serve basis.
Dining
Restaurant-style meals are served three times a day in our dining
room, which includes linen tablecloths, napkins and menus. An assisted
dining room is provided for residents that need one-on-one attention.
Residents have access to a snack kitchen throughout the day and
bedtime snacks are served each evening. Our registered dietitian plans
meals that are both nutritious and appetizing. While most residents
may have no dietary restrictions, specialized diets are also
available.
Beauty
Salon
Our
beauty shop specializes in older clients. We provide services ranging
from perms to color services, and manicures to pedicures.
How
To Reach
Us:
For
information:
Phone
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(828) 526-1304
Email
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socialworker@hchospital.org
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