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Dave Hromanik

I was there one year ago recovering from a hip replacement, 20 days. First off, just like the hospital, the staff doesn't get paid enough for the childish behaviors of the senior citizens. I was immobile and arrived in the middle of a TV war between the three people across the hall. One of them loved "Family Feud" and played the TV at full volume. The other two, Merle and Barb, held a full volume chat session in front of my closed door at 6:30AM every day. I treated everyone with respect and was grateful for what they were doing for me. The two overnight nurses, Mary and Shelley, were God's own angels! The other nurses were great, but I can't remember their names. I'm 6'4"and the beds were too small, but that's the only thing I can think of. When it was time for OT and PT I tried to go above and beyond their goals because I had to find out what my limitations were. Southwestern was a great place to recover and get back on my feet. They brought me in on a stretcher, and I promised to walk out of the place. Could have, but I needed a wheelchair to go to the oncologist that day. The overarching lesson? Treat your caregivers with total respect. Just because you're old doesn't mean that you can act like a 4 year old. You get what you give. There are others in similar or worse circumstances than you. Try to have a modicum of consideration for them. A year later, my doctors are happy with the progress I've made. Like I told my PT folks, you can't do anything about the cancer. It takes a team. You do control getting your mobility back. You have to want to get better.

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Daneen Thumm

The facility was very nice. My first impression was I couldnt believe how clean everthing was. The staff was very friendly and caring to my needs and my loved one. My loved one, who was being cared for there, liked the food that was served at each mealtime and was made to feel comfortable by the staff to take care of him. If I ever need this type of care Southwestern will be my first pick.

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Denise Ochs

My husband was recently in Southwestern for rehab after a long stay in the hospital. His comment about his stay was that it was the best rehab center he was ever in, and he has been to several. His PT was by far top grade. The staff was pleasant, professional and accommodating. The follow up after his release was by far more then what I expected. Thank you Southwestern for all you did for my husband and myself.

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Mary C

My mom had a 5 day respite stay at Southwestern. Her room was great, the best one so far of all the facilities she has spent in respite. It was clean and comfortable. It had a recliner and a tv in the room. Plenty of closet space and a welcome package with toiletries in case we forgot something. The welcome was the best too. Jess, the director of admissions, was very kind and helpful and it made me feel better about leaving my mom there while I was away.

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Eleanor Shaner

Just came home a week ago. The 7to3 shift had. One good person that took care of me. Most of the staff doesn't want to work. Had trouble getting water o n 3 to 11 shift, those people were the worst.. There for almost a month., never got showered or hair washed. Would k d not take a dog there.