In 2003, the Pennsylvania Department of Health recognized
the Rouse Home for our voluntary participation in their "Best Practices
Initiative" regarding assessment and treatment of depression. We are currently
implementing the Department of Health's "Best Practices" for Activities
of Daily Living.
In 2003, the Rouse Home was recognized and asked to speak
at two statewide conferences regarding our success in developing the "Household"
model of care, contributing to the "culture change" movement in national
nursing home reform efforts.
70% of the 180 residents admitted to the Rouse Home in
2003 were discharged to home or to assisted living, testifying to the effective
therapy programs provided at the facility.
The Rouse Children's Center was awarded "Star One"
in the "Keystone Stars Program" in 2003. This program is a voluntary
quality improvement program that recognizes childcare providers who exceed health
and safety licensing requirements.
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