Sometim
es the simple but meaningful ideas to motivate patients, family, and staff are the most effective. At Arroyo Vista Nursing Center in San Diego, CA, the therapy staff has dedicated a wall in their therapy gym to their Rehab All-Stars. Patients receiving therapy are nominated by therapists, facility staff members, or even other patients and residents when they are making remarkable progress in therapy. The patient is then highlighted on the wall with a story about their rehab success, including a personal account of their experience in therapy. The stories are always changing, and each one is equally inspiring. Currently on the wall is a patient who was told by her surgeon that she would never walk again, and she recently took her first steps! Family members love to read the stories during therapy, and patients are motivated to continue to improve and work hard to achieve their goals – and possibly earn an opportunity for an all-star picture! Keep in mind that a photo consent is necessary when we are posting information about our patients.
