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  May is Better Hearing and Speech Month known to us as Speech Therapy Month! Speech language pathologists, or speech therapists, work within the full range of communication to evaluate and diagnose speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders and treat such disorders in individuals of all ages.  You can read more about speech therapy HERE. Alyce […]

Ms. Mary Fontenot became a short-term resident in Acadia St. Landry Guest Home to receive therapy services after several stays in acute care hospitals and long term acute care (LTAC) facilities. Arriving at the nursing home weak, unable to walk and ineffectively managing normal daily activities, Ms. Mary has now progressed to modified independent and

The use of electronic devices has become an every day part of life for nearly everyone these days. With the click of a button, we can send instant messages directly to one another and receive an immediate response. Through the smart phone revolution, use of tablets, social media, and other various internet services, we are

April is National Occupational Therapy Month! Occupational Therapy is an important profession that helps people across their lifespan participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. You can read more about Occupational Therapy HERE. In honor of OT month, Therapy Center would like to spotlight a special therapist,

You’ve followed the steps: Apply, Inquire, and Repeat! Click HERE for a quick review. Now you’ve got even more to do for the next part of your job search: consider what is most important to you in a new job. In the therapy industry, here are a few things that should be considered: money, flexibility, environment,

Did you know that March is National Athletic Training Month? An athletic trainer is a certified health care professional who practices in the field of sports medicine.  In honor of National Athletic Training Month, we would like to recognize one of our very own. Please take a minute to learn a little about Kevin Hargrave. Where are

You’ve taken the first step by doing your research and then just going for it… You’ve applied for your first job. Now what? Don’t just sit around waiting for the phone to ring. Keep searching for a job and then Apply, Inquire, and Repeat!! 1. You have narrowed down your search and you know what

“The SNF 2013 final rule alters reimbursement rates, changes some procedure codes, penalizes providers who do don’t participate in one quality reporting system, and refuses payment for claims that fail to include other quality measures.” (12/18/12 ASHA Leader) Outcome Reporting: While the SNF 2013 final rule requires reporting to begin on January 1, 2013, the

Finding the perfect job is easier said than done. But there are things you can do to ensure that you’ll make a good decision and you won’t find yourself in an unpleasant situation. 1. First things first…determine what setting is the best fit for you. Pediatrics, hospital, home health, skilled nursing facility, inpatient rehab, outpatient