Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute

My husband had his second below the knee amputation. He spent two weeks getting rehab. He has experienced multiple hospitalizations and by far this was truly his best experience. The rehab team was empathetic but strived to get him to keep challenging himself. His feelings of total loss soon shifted to an attitude of things will work out. They also added me to the mix as his caregiver. Assisting with how to transfer with a board using my actual vehicle. Our case manager had everything set up for us at discharge for a sooth transition to home health care. I am very grateful to Van Matre.

After 6 weeks at Hospital not ever out of bed, I could not stand let alone lift myself or walk. Progress in a few days at Van MATRE remarkable. I required Cather care, IV theraphy and other medical needs as well as rehabilitation services. Always a Doctor available. Excellent Nursing Staff, PCT’s and CNA’s. A plus is excellent meals.
The facility is modern and well staffed. The room’s are nice with large shower room.
I received excellent care and heard no complaints from other patients.
In Short, nothing is perfect probably but Van Madre is close. The staffing is excellent.
This is not a nursing home, it is a Hospital Rehab Facility. A place to get better and move on with life!

David N. Silger Md.
Retired Age 85

I would never imagine myself being in a rehabilitation center but I was at this location. And I have to say my experience here was top notch. If I ever have to return to a rehabilitation center I could only hope for a return to Van Matre. Every aspect of this location was professional and exceeded my needs. I love all the staff there who prepared me for returning home. Van Matre is a place that I highly recommend.

I was in van matre in 18 for my lft foot amputation an 19 for my rt foot my stay was awesome my pt's were attentive an caring knowledgeable the one on one service was extremely helpful listen to their advice. Your new live has just begun for the better...

My experience at Van Matre was a positive one. I felt the nurses and pt professionals genuinely cared and showed real compassion for my situation. Would highly recommend.

My husband just spent 2 weeks there, recovering from aspiration pneumonia , and we thought he got wonderful care there. The physical and occupational therapists he had were awesome.

This was the 3rd time back here and we were very pleased with the treatment he received. The staff does work very hard and at times we had to wait on the call light to be answered, but the wait wasn't that long.
A well pleased patient!!

I NEVER WOULD'VE IMAGINED I WOULD BE IN THE HOSPITAL FOR 4 WEEKS DUE TO AN RELAPSE OF MS & REHAB ANOTHER 2 WEEKS.I WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERE TINGLING & ELECTRIC LIKE SENSATIONS THAT WENT FROM NAP OF MY HEAD,NECK, DOWN MY BACK, HIPS & IN MY FINGER TIPS(IT FELT LIKE THEY WERE BEING HELD OVER FIRE)MY FEET WERE SWOLLEN TO THE POINT IT HURT TO PUT COVER OVER OR TOUCH THEM, I COULDN'T WALK. AS TGE SWELLING WENT DOWN I NOTICED MY RIGHT FOOT WASNT RELAX FLAT TO THE FLOOR IT REMAIN IN AN ARCHED TYPE POSITION LIKE I WAS POSING. IT HURT LIKE HELL AFTER TRYING TO GET AROUND & I WAS CHOKING ON FOOD & WATER. VME HELP ME FIGURE OUT WHY I WAS HAVING THE CHOKING ISSUE. WHEN I SAY THE ENTIRE PT STAFF WORKED HAND IN HAND TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THAT WE ALL HAVE SOME TYPE OF LIMITATION & NOT TO FEEL EMBARRASSED OR DEFEATED BY WHATEVER IT MAY BE.(CHRIS PT) I APPRECIATE YOU SO MUCH BECAUSE 1 MORNING I JUST COULDN'T STAND THE PAIN IN THE BACK OF MY CALF, IT HURT TO TOUCH LET ALONG STAND UP. I WAS SO ANGERY & MAD AT THE WORLD THIS DAY. EVERYONE ELSE TOUCHED IT EVEN AFTER SEEING IT HURT ME. CHRIS (PT) NOTICE IT WAS SPASMODIC & HAD THE DOCTOR COME IN & BY NOON I WAS ABLE TO GET BACK ON TRACK. ALL THE THINGS YOU DONT THINK ABOUT AS FAR AS MOBILITY & MOVEMENT IS INTRODUCED TO YOU IN A WAY TO ASSURE YOUR SAFE FROM WALKING THROUGH A CARPETED OFFICE TO MOVING AROUND YOUR HOUSE & KITCHEN. THEY ADDRESSED SELF TRANSFER NEEDS FROM THE BED, TUB AND CAR. I HAVE 17 STEPS TO GET INTO MY APARTMENT WE WORKED ON CURBSIDE, ELEVATED WALKWAYS, GOING UPSTAIRS SAFELY & THE NEED TO STOP TO REST IF NEEDED. I WAS AFRAID OF COMING DOWN BUT THANK TO VME I WAS ABLE TO BE ACCOMMODATED WITH A FIRST FLOOR UNIT. I AM NOW ABLE TO GET OUT TO WALK ( WOBBLE) ABLE THE COMPLEX WITH MY WALKER & CANES. I HAVE A LOT MORE FREEDOM & MY MOVEMENT HAS GOTTEN FASTER. MY FOOT HAS FALLEN DOWN A LIL MORE STILL NOT ON THE GROUND BUT EACH DAY IS ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO USE THE SKILLS I HOT FROM THE VME PT STAFF. THE NURSES ARE SO LOVING & POLITE. FOOD IS BASED ON YOUR DIETARY NEEDS PUREED, SOFT BITE SIZED & REGULAR NO RESTRICTIONS & I HAD ALL THREE YOU PICK & CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES WITH THE MENU ITEMS. ALL & ALL I RECEIVED EXCEPTIONAL CARE. I HAVE TO EVERYONE THAT IF YOU NEED TO DO REHAB FOR MOBILITY VAN MATRE ENCOPASS REHABILITATION CENTER IN ROCKFORD IS WHERE YOU REQUEST TO BE SENT.

Was here originaly for having some falls. Durring my stay my nurse noticed me having some issues and got me to a hospital quickly as I was having mini strokes and didnt know it . Thanks to her and the staff they think they have found the cause. I cannot thank them enough. If people have a bad experiance they wernt trying to get better as they make you work to get better. I would especially like to thank a few people physical therapy will be Donna Jess and everybody else who helped me during my recovery a few nurses as well Linda and Lynn Reagan as well they all did a wonderful job keeping me upbeat and got me well fast I cannot remember everybody's name that help me but I want to thank everybody there you got me better that's what I needed. All the staff needs to be thanked they work hard to make sure that everybody is taken care of the way they need to be they sit with you if you're sad they help you prepare for life outside they are very appreciated by me and I know a lot of other patients I cannot thank them enough. I had to return and still had a wonderful experiance my nurse Jenice Heyob was excellent. I never was in need of anything she took great care of me. I wish for her to be recognized for her hard work for the patients.

My father just spent a few weeks here recovering from a stroke and I feel we had a great experience with top notch care. Of course there are always some struggles when you are searching for answers and are wanting a speedy recovery but overall the staff was always very helpful and friendly! Thank you to all who helped care for my father.

When my husband had his stroke...We thought the staff was very caring. BUT it also has a lot to do with how hard you work to be rehabilitated. It IS a tuff road 😉 Thank you to all the kind staff. My husband is left handed now & still has trouble, but he had to learn EVERYTHING ie. Walk, talk, feed himself & much more. We feel blessed ❤

My elderly mother has been a patient there on more than one occasion. She absolutely loved everything about being there. The medical staff is helpful, friendly and attentive. My mom highly recommends this place for your rehabilitation needs.

Therapist Becca L is amazing! A diamond in the rough! She is the pride and joy of the company. Give her a raise!

The most positive and on task health provider I have encountered in my life. I was born in 1953 and have experienced many things that broden my horizons. And this was one of the best experiences in my life.

Very good rehabilitation program. Well care staff. My husband were in this facility before and he was well attended. Now, I have another friend who is there. Very good care from the nurses and staff.

I like the way the staff treated me, how professional they were, and how they kept me in the loop with my therapy. They got me to almost 100% and I am thankful for that. I want to go volunteer to help others there.

Beautiful place to rehab. Thank you dr. Talty and the rehab therapy team, you helped me to get stronger. What you didn't know, and I just found out is that I'm dealing with a spinal cord injury. So thanks for everything you did to help. Much love to you.

Spent 16 days there February 2019 , after brain surgery could not have received better care. I am more grateful to them everyday as i complete my recovery .

Very surprised only seeing 3.1 stars. Van Matre took excellent care of my husband when he broke his neck.

This is an excellent facility offering professional care at its best

Great staff. The physical therapist are great!