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55,000 People have depended on Edwin Shaw Rehab for their care

Understand how to choose a rehab facility when you need one

Every journey begins with a single step. Rebuilding a life after an illness or injury can be overwhelming to both the patient and the family. That’s where Edwin Shaw Rehab plays a major role in helping individuals reduce the extent of their disability and be as independent as possible. From admission to discharge, we guide, teach, coach and celebrate your success.

Edwin Shaw is committed to provide the highest quality inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.

  • Edwin Shaw Rehab is accredited by CARF in 13 inpatient and outpatient programs, the most of any rehabilitation facility in Ohio.
  • Edwin Shaw Rehab is accredited by Joint Commission, signifying that it has voluntarily met the organization’s high standards for healthcare services.
  • How Would You Choose a Rehabilitation Facility?
    You’d want to look at the extent and speed of a patient’s recovery, the comfort of the patient during rehabilitation, and the extent of family involvement depend on the facility that is selected.

    Questions you should ask when choosing a rehab facility:

    1. Will the service be individualized to meet my needs?
    2. Does the program specialize in rehabilitation?
    3. Do the services match your needs?
    4. Are the team members experienced in treating your condition?
    5. Does the facility meet the highest professional standards?
    6. What is the plan for the patient’s return home?
    7. Is the team led by a physician who specializes in physical medicine?
    8. Are all needed services in one location?
    9. Does the facility have patient outcomes that are based on solid, independent research?
    10. Are the services covered by your insurance plan?

    As the region’s most accredited and only comprehensive rehabilitation facility, we understand that each individual has different needs and our professionals and support staff provide personalized treatment to each patient. Edwin Shaw Rehab specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, skilled nursing, vocational rehabilitation and chemical dependency treatment services.

    For more information and a free brochure about Edwin Shaw Rehab Services, call 330-784-1271.

     Date Updated: 12-NOV-2007

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