Swing Bed Program
Supportive, Skilled Recovery Before Going Home
The Swing Bed Program provides short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for patients who no longer need acute hospital care but are not yet ready to return home.
This program offers a smooth transition from hospital to home in a familiar, supportive setting.
Swing Bed care may include:
- Skilled nursing care
- Physical, occupational, or speech therapy
- Medication management
- Discharge planning and care coordination
The goal is to help patients regain strength, independence, and confidence before returning home.
Our Services
Skilled Nursing Care
24/7 professional nursing support
Medication administration & monitoring
Post-surgical recovery & complex wound management
IV therapy
Rehabilitation Services
Physical Therapy: Regain balance, strength, and mobility
Occupational Therapy: Return to everyday tasks with confidence
Speech-Language Pathology (SLP): Support for communication, memory, and swallowing
Care Team
Our collaborrative care team includes:
- Physicians and Telehospitalists
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)
- Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
- Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists
- Pharmacists
- Dietitians
- Social Workers and Case Managers
Together, we focus on helping you return home stronger and safer.
We’re an Age-Friendly Health System
MCH is proud to be recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System—a designation that means we provide safe, high-quality care built around what matters most to you.
- What Matters: Understanding your health goals and preferences
- Medication: Using medications that support well-being and avoid unnecessary side effects
- Mentation: Supporting brain health, memory, and emotional wellness
- Mobility: Encouraging safe movement to maintain strength and function
This approach helps all patients—especially older adults—feel respected, informed, and in control of their care.
