The Selfhelp Home - Short-Term Rehabilitation Center - Chicago Short Term Rehab Facility - 2020

Short-Term Rehabilitation
at The Selfhelp Home

CMS 5-Star Rated Medicare-Licensed Facility

The Selfhelp Home - Best Nursing Homes - Short Term Rehabilitation - 2020-2021

The Selfhelp Home Health & Rehabilitation Center offers a boutique rehabilitation experience with the highest quality of care. Here, clients can recover and regain strength and mobility after surgery or illness.

State-of-the-art therapy gym
All private suites with private bathrooms
In-room accommodations for an overnight guest
In-room dining option
Complimentary WIFI
Rooftop deck, beauty salon, movie theater and weekly live musical concerts
Selfhelp maintains a kosher kitchen but is not under supervision (Glatt Kosher meals available upon request)

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Dedicated speech therapy room to address issues of speech, language, and swallowing disorders
Simulated kitchen and bathroom for re-training of everyday activities.
NuStep recumbent bike that ergonomically provides a total body workout
SciFit Step One recumbent stepper to help build strength and endurance by providing simultaneous upper and lower body motion to work all the major muscle groups
Electrical stimulation system used to stimulate muscles, alleviate pain, treat wounds and use with other therapy procedures
Electrical stimulation & ultrasound treatments, a combination electrical stimulation & ultrasound to stimulate muscles, alleviate pain, treat wounds and use with other therapy procedures
Thermal modalities and hydrocollator heating & cooling units used to reduce inflammation
Hydrotherapy in a whirlpool spa for pain management and wound care
Motorized parallel bars, free weights, stairs and other top-of-the-line equipment
On-site medical equipment including a bladder scanner, ultrasounds, EKG, x-ray and bedside PIC line insertion

We are proud to work alongside highly skilled physicians who are affiliated with Chicago’s most respected hospitals including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Weiss Memorial Hospital, AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago and AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston, Northshore University Hospital and Swedish Covenant Hospital.

During your rehabilitation stay at The Selfhelp Home, you have the right to choose which physician oversees your care. You will continue to see your specialist(s) on an outpatient basis.

Fernanda Heitor, MD
Co-Medical Director

Dr. Heitor is the Assistant Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Director at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She earned her MD at the Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas in Brazil. She completed her residency at St. Mary’s Health Center in Missouri, and a fellowship at the University of Michigan. Dr. Heitor speaks English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Michael Todd Grendon, MD
Co-Medical Director

Dr. Grendon is currently the Chief of Geriatric Medicine & Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at St. Joseph Hospital. He has a private practice called the Commonwealth Medical Physician Group in Chicago.

The Selfhelp Home - Our Team of Medical Professionals - Medical Directors - Dr Joel Okner - Cardiac Care Program

Joel Okner, MD
Cardiac Care Director

Dr. Joel Okner is a Fellowship trained Cardiologist and Chief Medical Officer of TeleMedico Physicians. He is certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Disease and a Diplomate with the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Martin Szanto, MD
Attending Physician

Dr. Szanto is an independent practitioner Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Szanto received his medical degree at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine and has been a practicing physician for over 40 years

Vivek Gupta, MD
Attending Physician

Dr. Gupta specializes in internal medicine and is privileged at Weiss Memorial Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Thorek Memorial Hospital, AMITA Health, Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center.

Mark Vexelman, MD
Attending Physician

Dr. Vexelman is Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine. He studied Medicine at the Chernovickiy Medicinskiy Institute, Ukraine. He completed his residency at the Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, Ohio and a Fellowship at The University of Chicago Hospitals – Pritzker School of Medicine. He speaks English, French and Russian. Dr. Vexelman is a wound care specialist.

Specialized rehabilitation programs to support your recovery

During a hospital stay, ask for rehab at The Selfhelp Home. You’ll receive a customized, comprehensive therapy program that addresses your specific needs for recovery. Therapy is delivered by our expert team of dedicated medical professionals who truly care about helping you reach your goals.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

We offer intensive Orthopedic Therapy that uses the latest equipment and modalities. With therapy up to seven-days a-week, you’ll gain strength and mobility while building up physical endurance.

The Cardiac Care Program

Our Cardiac Care program is a medically supervised program designed to improve your cardiovascular and pulmonary health after a cardiac event, a planned surgery, or just to manage an ongoing heart or pulmonary diagnosis. At Selfhelp we have an onsite cardiologist to oversee your progress during rehab and works with your own physicians. The program consists of monitoring, a regular exercise program including counseling and training, education for heart healthy living and reducing stress.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

We focus on giving you the tools you need to improve your overall quality of life, increase exercise and reduce shortness of breath.

Neurological Rehabilitation

By utilizing the latest recovery tools, your treatment is enhanced through ultrasound and E-stim. Our speech and occupational therapists work to help you regain functionality you may have lost, in addition to offering cognitive retraining and stress and depression management.

The Selfhelp Home - Short-term Rehabilitation - Specialized rehabilitation programs to support your recovery

Your treatment plan may include a combination of one or more therapies

Exercises to increase strength, mobility, flexibility and endurance

Therapy regimen based on the activities you need to do in order to return home

Speech language pathologists address swallowing issues, language deficits and or cognitive impairments

Administration of intravenous medications such as antibiotics
Ostomy care, training, education and management
Enteral nutrition (feeding tube) care, training and education
Parenteral nutrition (intravenous feeding) care, training and education
Onsite bladder scanner to diagnose common urological conditions, assess urinary retention, prevent unnecessary catheterization and reduce urinary tract infections

Selfhelp provides specialists in wound care and infectious disease care professionals are on site weekly for prevention.

Our response to COVID-19

Although our process looks different, our commitment to guiding and motivating you to heal and regain your abilities remains the same. Our goal is to work with you and your family to achieve your rehabilitation goals and make the transition from rehab to home simple and smooth and… ensuring you have a positive experience along the way.

Virtual Tours
Residents and their families can view the short-term rehab unit and the rest of the Selfhelp community through a virtual tour. Click here to take the virtual tour.

Hospital Referrals
We require a referral from the hospital case worker, including a COVID-19 test within three of admission or the most recent COVID-19 test. Other necessary documents include a History & Physical, recent laboratory test results, therapy notes, MAR and nursing/ medical professional notes. All referrals are considered on a case-by-case basis.

The First 14 Days
During the first 14 days at Selfhelp, residents will undergo a precautionary isolation period and will be quarantined in their room.

Therapy Services
Therapy will take place in the resident’s room for the first 14 days, during the precautionary isolation period. Following that, therapy will be conducted in our therapy gym. We will limit the number of people in the gym at one time to ensure proper physical distancing.

Care Plan Meetings
Care plan meetings will be arranged with our care team members by phone call to review treatment and review the rehabilitation goals.

Private Caregiver
Individuals coming to Selfhelp for short-term rehabilitation may have a private caregiver. The private caregivers must have a COVID-19 test three days prior to admission. Private caregivers must be properly registered with The Selfhelp Home.

Life at Selfhelp looks a bit different than what we’re used to. Selfhelp is taking every precaution to stop the spread of COVID-19 while maintaining a positive and healthy atmosphere. We are following guidelines from the CDC, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Chicago Department of Public Health and will update our protocols accordingly.

Safety First
At Selfhelp everyone is required to wear a mask while in the building. For the healthcare floors, including our short-term rehabilitation floor, all employees and private caregivers are required to wear a mask and face shield. Residents are not required to wear a mask inside their own rooms. Staff are being screened for symptoms and temperature twice during their shift.

Visitor Policy
To comply with local and state guidelines visitors are not allowed inside the building. Our staff is happy to assist you in arranging a video call to stay connected. Families may make an appointment to visit in our outdoor visitation area or vestibule area of our lobby.

Outdoor Visits | Chicago is currently under Tier 3 Mitigation that temporarily prohibits outdoor visits
Outdoor visits will be accommodated by appointment only with a maximum of two visitors at a time, in the front of the building. Visitors will have an on-site screening as well as a screening by phone 24 hours in advance of the visit. Specific guidelines and rules apply. Please see the Outdoor Visitation Guidelines for more information on scheduling visits.

Meals
During the pandemic, we have moved to in-room dining. Resident meals and snacks are delivered directly to our residents’ rooms by friendly staff. Once restrictions are lifted, communal dining may resume in a modified capacity.

COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 testing at Selfhelp is conducted regularly for short-term rehab patients, long-term residents, staff, private caregivers and medical providers. Testing is based on Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines and IDPH recommendations, and may be as frequent as every week.

Cleaning /Sanitizing
Our Environmental team cleans the common areas of the home at least three times a day. Selfhelp uses an electrostatic disinfectant sprayer to ensure we are keeping the Home clean and safe. Resident rooms are cleaned daily with enhanced “deep” cleaning between rehab residents.

COVID-19
While here, any resident that tests positive for COVID-19 may be moved to a designated unit to be cared for. Residents may also be transferred to the hospital for further treatment.

Wellness Checks
Our nursing team monitors every resident at least every eight hours for temperature, respiratory pulse, oxygen saturation, pulse rate and for COVID-19 like symptoms.

Engagement
“Selfhelp Live” is our internal television channel where we broadcast content we choose. Regularly scheduled programming includes morning exercise, films, Friday night Shabbat services. Let our engagement team know if there is a certain activity you enjoy, and we will do our best to meet your needs.

A reputation of excellence in short-term rehabilitation

The Selfhelp Home is a 5-star Medicare-licensed facility maintaining the highest possible ratings by CMS and recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Nursing Homes for seven consecutive years including: 2020-2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, & 2014.

Judith J.

Healthcare POA

01/07/2020

The Selfhelp Home is definitely the first choice for a post hospital stay. The staff greets you with a smile, a warm reception and always thoughtful practices.

Irv continues to rave about the excellent PT he has received. He says, “Boy, they work you out!” His other great announcement is how attentive the staff is. “They won’t let me walk by myself. My nurse is always in here quick when I need her.” As his Healthcare POA, I am so very pleased with the professionalism and fabulous patient care I’ve witnessed. I have had nothing but exceptional service from the front desk to the floor.

The professionalism, cleanliness, the smiles and the courtesy calls are so beyond some experiences I’ve had with SNF’s and rehabilitation facilities. Not only am I pleased, but the patient (Irwin L.) is pleased. He was taken to the hospital for a possible stroke two days ago. After all the tests shared no stroke, he was given the option of staying there for a few days or return to Selfhelp. He says, “I’d rather go back to Selfhelp. There I’ll have someone always close and the food is good.”

William S.

Rehab Patient

09/09/2019

I entered the Selfhelp Home after emergency surgery for a broken leg (Femur) I was told a rehab facility was required and I had a vague awareness of The SelfHelp Home.

I called, was accommodated graciously and entered not knowing what to expect. There in no way to analyze or describe all aspects of the experience at SelfHelp but the bottom line includes the descriptive term: “superb”. No facility could do better in terms of satisfying all aspects of care and personal accommodations. It is clear that the personnel and administration of the facility are directed to achieving the goal of satisfying the patients needs as its primary objective. They succeeded for me to continue to do so for all in need of their services.

Rehabilitation Fees

Medicare

The Selfhelp Home is a 5-star, Medicare-certified, healthcare facility. A portion of your stay may not be covered by Medicare. Your supplemental insurance policy may cover these costs. You are encouraged to inquire about your benefits.

Private Insurance

In addition to Medicare, The Selfhelp Home also accepts private insurance for short-term rehabilitation.

Private Pay:

If you are planning to pay privately, the physical, occupational and speech therapy program of your stay may be covered by your insurance policy. If you are paying for your short-term rehabilitation stay, the following private pay rates will apply:

Private Pay

$385per day

- Private bathroom and shower
- Three meals per day
- 24-hour skilled nursing care
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Recreational and social activities
- Special programs
- State of the art rehabilitation gym
- Physical, occupational and speech therapy offered 7 days a week*
*(Not included in the daily rate but may be covered by insurance or can be paid for privately)
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Short-Term Rehab Respite Options

Transitional Care Respite

$295 daily rate | Maximum 2 week/14-day stay

Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

Extended Stay Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

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Short-Term Rehabilitation
at The Selfhelp Home

CMS 5-Star Rated Medicare-Licensed Facility

The Selfhelp Home Health & Rehabilitation Center offers a boutique rehabilitation experience with the highest quality of care. Here, clients can recover and regain strength and mobility after surgery or illness.

Fernanda Heitor, MD
Co-Medical Director

Michael Todd Grendon, MD
Co-Medical Director

Joel Okner, MD
Cardiac Care Director

Martin Szanto, MD
Attending Physician

Vivek Gupta, MD
Attending Physician

Mark Vexelman, MD
Attending Physician

Specialized rehabilitation programs to support your recovery

During a hospital stay, ask for rehab at The Selfhelp Home. You’ll receive a customized, comprehensive therapy program that addresses your specific needs for recovery. Therapy is delivered by our expert team of dedicated medical professionals who truly care about helping you reach your goals.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

The Cardiac Care Program

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Your treatment plan may include a combination of one or more therapies

Our response to COVID-19

A reputation of excellence in short-term rehabilitation

The Selfhelp Home is a 5-star Medicare-licensed facility maintaining the highest possible ratings by CMS and recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Nursing Homes for seven consecutive years including: 2020-2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, & 2014.

Rehabilitation Fees

Medicare

Private Insurance

Private Pay:

Short-Term Rehab Respite Options

Transitional Care Respite

$295 daily rate | Maximum 2 week/14-day stay

Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

Extended Stay Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

Virtual Tour

Request More Information

Call (773) 271-0300 or contact us to find out more about admissions

Short-Term Rehabilitation at The Selfhelp Home

CMS 5-Star Rated Medicare-Licensed Facility

The Selfhelp Home Health & Rehabilitation Center offers a boutique rehabilitation experience with the highest quality of care. Here, clients can recover and regain strength and mobility after surgery or illness.

Fernanda Heitor, MD Co-Medical Director

Michael Todd Grendon, MD Co-Medical Director

Joel Okner, MD Cardiac Care Director

Martin Szanto, MD Attending Physician

Vivek Gupta, MD Attending Physician

Mark Vexelman, MD Attending Physician

Specialized rehabilitation programs to support your recovery

During a hospital stay, ask for rehab at The Selfhelp Home. You’ll receive a customized, comprehensive therapy program that addresses your specific needs for recovery. Therapy is delivered by our expert team of dedicated medical professionals who truly care about helping you reach your goals.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

The Cardiac Care Program

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Neurological Rehabilitation

Your treatment plan may include a combination of one or more therapies

Our response to COVID-19

A reputation of excellence in short-term rehabilitation

The Selfhelp Home is a 5-star Medicare-licensed facility maintaining the highest possible ratings by CMS and recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Nursing Homes for seven consecutive years including: 2020-2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, & 2014.

Rehabilitation Fees

Medicare

Private Insurance

Private Pay:

Short-Term Rehab Respite Options

Transitional Care Respite

$295 daily rate | Maximum 2 week/14-day stay

Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

Extended Stay Short-Term Therapy Respite

$325 daily rate | Maximum 3 week/21-day stay

Virtual Tour

Request More Information

Call (773) 271-0300 or contact us to find out more about admissions

Short-Term Rehabilitation
at The Selfhelp Home

Fernanda Heitor, MD
Co-Medical Director

Michael Todd Grendon, MD
Co-Medical Director

Joel Okner, MD
Cardiac Care Director

Martin Szanto, MD
Attending Physician

Vivek Gupta, MD
Attending Physician

Mark Vexelman, MD
Attending Physician