Long-Term Vent Rehabilitation & ICU

Restoring Autonomy and Function 

Patients dependent on long-term ventilation receive comprehensive care from a dedicated team of ICU physicians, respiratory therapists, critical care nurses, and rehabilitation specialists. Care plans include medical stabilization, respiratory weaning, physical rehabilitation, and psychosocial support to improve independence and prevent complications. 

Benefits:

• Continuous ICU-level monitoring and advanced respiratory care
• Multidisciplinary rehabilitation including PT, OT, and speech therapy
• Motivational and psychological support for long-term recovery
• Family training and discharge planning for home care readiness 

Compassionate Care for Medically Complex Children 

Our pediatric program provides specialized care for children with chronic respiratory failure and complex needs. Services are delivered in child-friendly, consultant-led units equipped with a pediatric gym, sensory rooms, and advanced rehabilitation technologies including robotics and virtual reality. 

Benefits:

• Individualized therapy plans led by pediatric PM&R and ICU consultants
• 24/7 critical care services including mechanical and non-invasive ventilation
• Pediatric-focused PT, OT, SLP, respiratory care, and nutrition
• Strong collaboration with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab for expert guidance
• Family involvement and emotional support throughout care 

Regaining Breathing Independence 

SRH is recognized for its high success rate in ventilator weaning, even in patients who have not responded to previous interventions. Led by ICU physicians, the program involves targeted protocols and interdisciplinary support aimed at reducing or eliminating ventilator dependence. 

Benefits:

• Proven weaning strategies tailored to patient-specific challenges
• Involvement of pulmonology, ENT, GI, wound care, and urology specialists
• Comprehensive rehabilitation to restore respiratory and physical function
• Prevention of secondary complications such as pneumonia or deconditioning 

Advanced Critical Care in a Family-Friendly Setting 

Our ICU is designed for patients with complex and urgent medical needs. Equipped with life support systems, point-of-care testing, and 24/7 specialist staffing, it provides continuous monitoring and immediate intervention. Early mobilization and family visitation are encouraged to promote faster recovery. 

Benefits:

• 24/7 care by ICU-trained physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists
• Early rehabilitation initiated in spacious ICU rooms
• Advanced life-support and diagnostic equipment
• Family-centered design that supports emotional well-being and motivation