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Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Honored with “IRF Quality Award”

Judy Baum, CEO, accepts the IRF Quality Award from Jake Socha, Division President and Chris Bergh, SVP of Operations

Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital has been announced as the 2018 winner of the “IRF Quality Award.” The award is presented annually to the top performing inpatient rehabilitation hospital in the Ernest Health system.

“I am thrilled to receive this Quality Award on behalf of the entire team at Mountain Valley who work hard to achieve a great experience for our patients and provide them with the best medical care and rehabilitation!” said Judy Baum, Chief Executive Officer at Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital.

“It takes dedicated teamwork and a lot of passion to achieve the exceptional patient outcomes score we did in 2018,” added Baum. “I think of it as ‘Compassion in Action!’ Kudos to every staff member and our physicians.”

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Stroke Awareness Fair

Come and join us for this FREE event to learn more about strokes and how they can affect you or a loved one.

Saturday, May 4 | 9:30am – 1:30pm
Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital

All-day events will include:

  • Stroke risk assessments, including blood pressure, cholesterol checks and blood sugar testing
  • Dietary education
  • Pharmacy consultations
  • Simulated stroke experiences and treatments, including the latest ZeroG technology
  • Balance testing and cognition screenings (appointments strongly recommended)
  • Information from more than 20 community resources

Guest Speaker Presentations:

  • 9:30am-10:30am – Keeping Your Brain Sharp: Unleash the Power of You!
    Presented by Chris Knack, MS, LAC, CGCM, Licensed Counselor and Nationally Certified Geriatric Manager with Home Care Assistance
  • 11:00am-12:00pm – Act FAST! Know the Signs and Symptoms of Stroke
    Presented by Erin Aafedt, Speech Language Pathologist
  • 12:30pm-1:30pm – Free Lunch and Learn, Holistic Support for Stroke Prevention (reservation required)
    Presented by Cheryl M. Hamilton, NMD
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Free Bike Rodeo at Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital

Free Bike Rodeo

Bring your family to Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital for a FREE bike rodeo* to teach children about biking skills and safety. The event offers food, entertainment and fun!

Free helmets will be given to participants (while supplies last). In addition, children who complete all the safety stations will have an opportunity to win a bicycle. Safety stations include:

  • Bike inspections by Prescott Valley Police Department
  • Helmet and bike fitting
  • Starts and stops
  • Rock dodge/obstacle course
  • Crazy driveway

The bike rodeo will take place on Saturday, March 23rd from 10am-1pm.

For more information, call Karen Russell at 602-540-5310.

*Children should bring their own bicycles and helmets if they plan to participate in the safety stations.

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Stroke Awareness Fair 2018

Come join Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital for this FREE event to learn more about strokes and how they can affect you or a loved one.

Saturday, May 19, 2018
9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location:
3700 North Windsong Drive • Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

All-day Events include:
• Stroke risk assessments, including blood pressure, cholesterol checks, and blood sugar testing
• Dietary education
• Pharmacy consultations
• Simulated stroke experiences and treatments, including the latest ZeroG technology
• Balance testing and cognition screenings (appointments strongly recommended)
• Information from more than 20 community resources

Scheduled activities include:

10 – 11 a.m.
Managing Emotions to Support Health: Skills to Reduce Emotional Distress, presented by Elizabeth Page, Heart Math Certified Mentor and Trainer.

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Free Lunch & Learn (reservation required), Stroke and Emotional Recovery, presented by Dr. Mitchell L. Gelber, Ed.D., PC, Licensed Psychologist.

1 – 2 p.m.
Act FAST! Know the Signs and Symptoms of Stroke, presented by Erin Aafedt, Speech Language Pathologist.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A LUNCH RESERVATION OR SCREENING APPOINTMENT, CALL KAREN RUSSELL AT 602-540-5310 OR EMAIL KAREN RUSSELL.

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Recognized Among Top 10% in the Nation

Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital has been named in the Top 10 percent of inpatient rehabilitation facilities in the United States for the 11th year in a row. The hospital’s care was cited as being as being patient-centered, effective, efficient and timely.

“We strive to deliver this higher level of care as our standard,” says Judy Baum, CEO of Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital. “We have graciously been recognized as a top performing facility for many years now, but we never take it for granted. Our staff is exceptionally passionate about helping patients reach their full potential through the care we provide. We work daily to ensure patients are reaching their highest levels of ability and independence.”

Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital was ranked in the Top 10 percent from among 870 inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR), a non-profit corporation that was developed with support from the U.S. Department of Education, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. The UDSMR maintains the world’s largest database of rehabilitation outcomes.

“If you take into account that a national study has previously shown that inpatient rehabilitation facilities provide better long-term results for patients, being ranked at the top of that group validates the quality of care we provide,” says Dr. Alan Berman, Medical Director of Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, referencing a study commissioned by the ARA Research Institute that showed patients treated in inpatient facilities experienced improved quality of life as compared to skilled nursing facilities.

“To provide the highest level of rehabilitative care available in the United States to our own community is truly rewarding,” Berman says. “This means our family, friends, and colleagues don’t need to leave the area to receive the best care available.”

Through the UDSMR, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital also will collaborate with peers throughout the nation to share information and establish best practices for patients. “This helps elevate rehabilitative care for everyone across the United States,” Berman says.

Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital provides specialized rehabilitative services to patients who are recovering from or living with disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, cerebral palsy, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease.

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Stroke Awareness Fair 2017

Come join Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital for this FREE event to learn more about strokes and how they can affect you or a loved one.

Saturday, May 13, 2017
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

All-day Events include:
Stroke risk assessments, including blood pressure and blood sugar testing
Dietary education
Pharmacy consultations
Simulated stroke experiences and treatments, including the latest ZeroG technology
Balance testing and cognition screenings (appointments strongly recommended)
Information from community resources

Scheduled activities include:

• 10 a.m. – Educational class: Keeping Calm in a Sea of Crisis by Leigh Downing, Certified Master Chaplain

11:30 a.m. – Lunch & Learn: Stroke Signs, Symptoms & Prevention by Erin Aafedt, Speech Language Pathologist (lunch provided, reservation required)

1 p.m. – Educational class: Rebuilding Your Brain After a Stroke by Chris Knack, Certified Geriatric Care Manager for Home Care Assistance

And more!

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A LUNCH RESERVATION OR SCREENING APPOINTMENT, CALL KAREN RUSSELL AT 602-540-5310 OR EMAIL KAREN RUSSELL.

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Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Provides Nationally Recognized Care to Community for 10th Year in Row

For the 10th year in a row, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital (MVRRH) has been acknowledged for providing nationally recognized rehabilitative care to its patients. The hospital was ranked in the Top 10% of inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide for providing care that is patient-centered, effective, efficient and timely.

“This means that in the northern Arizona area, we’re providing the highest level of rehabilitative care available anywhere in the United States right now,” says Judy Baum, CEO of MVRRH. “Patients and their families don’t have to leave the area to receive the latest in technology and clinical protocols – we’re providing it here in our own backyard.”

The hospital was ranked from among 781 inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR). The UDSMR is a non-profit corporation that was developed with support from the U.S. Department of Education, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research. UDSMR maintains the world’s largest database for medical rehabilitation outcomes.

“This national ranking speaks highly of the commitment and dedication of our employees and medical staff,” Baum says. “Our staff is passionate about helping patients return home at their highest possible levels of productivity and independence. And for anyone who has ever as had a family member or friend needing healthcare, that matters. We consider it a privilege to be able to provide this higher standard of care to our community.”

MVRRH provides specialized rehabilitative services to patients who are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions. This includes strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and amputations, along with illnesses such as cerebral palsy, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.

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