Swing Bed Program at Lackey Memorial Hospital

Lackey Memorial Hospital’s Swing Bed Program provides a valuable bridge between hospital and home for patients who need additional care after their acute hospital stay but don’t require the intensive level of acute care. This program is ideal for those who need a longer recovery time, such as patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Our goal is to help you regain independence with personalized care, professional therapy, and the comfort of being close to home.

What is the Swing Bed Program?

The Swing Bed Program is designed to support patients transitioning from acute hospital care to a lower level of care that still requires skilled nursing and rehabilitative support. This program allows patients to continue their recovery journey in a hospital setting with access to necessary resources and expertise while preparing for a smooth return home.

Comprehensive Care Team

Every patient in our Swing Bed Program has a dedicated team of healthcare professionals focused on personalized recovery goals. This team includes:

  • Physician Hospitalists – Overseeing patient care and coordinating with the team to ensure medical needs are met.
  • Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) – Providing round-the-clock nursing care and monitoring.
  • Physical Therapists – Assisting with strength, mobility, and flexibility exercises to restore physical function.
  • Occupational Therapists – Helping patients develop skills for daily activities, from dressing to personal care.
  • Speech Therapists – Supporting communication, swallowing, and cognitive rehabilitation as needed.
  • Registered Dietitians – Ensuring patients receive nutrition tailored to their recovery needs.

 

Together, this team develops a personalized plan of care that addresses each patient’s specific needs, helping them make measurable progress toward independence.

Who Can Benefit from the Swing Bed Program?

The Swing Bed Program at Lackey Memorial Hospital is ideal for patients who no longer need acute care but still require professional nursing and rehabilitation. Examples include:

  • Stroke Recovery – Patients regaining mobility, speech, and cognitive function after a stroke.
  • Diabetes Management – Support for patients learning to manage blood sugar levels and implement lifestyle changes.
  • Post-Surgical Rehabilitation – Recovery and therapy for patients after hip or knee replacements.
  • IV Therapy – Continued intravenous treatment for patients needing ongoing medication or nutrition support.
  • Wound Care – Expert wound care and education for patients with surgical or non-healing wounds.
  • General Weakness or Poor Appetite – Assistance for patients needing strength-building, nutrition support, and energy restoration after illness or surgery.

Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Services

Our Swing Bed Unit offers high-quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation services tailored to each patient’s needs. The program emphasizes building strength, mobility, and confidence to prepare patients for independent living. With physical and occupational therapy available, patients can regain skills for daily activities while benefiting from medical oversight and support.

Patient-Centered Care and Comfort

We strive to create a comfortable, supportive environment where patients feel at ease during their recovery. Family visits, familiar hobbies, and other comforts of home are encouraged, allowing patients to maintain a positive, familiar routine. The unit is designed to make patients feel close to home and family, creating a healing environment that supports emotional well-being as well as physical recovery.

Choosing Lackey Memorial Hospital’s Swing Bed Program

Even if a patient has undergone a procedure or surgery at another facility, they can request rehabilitation at Lackey Memorial Hospital’s Swing Bed Unit to remain close to home and family. To arrange for swing bed care, ask your primary care physician or healthcare provider to request our Swing Bed Program, or reach out to us directly at (601) 469-4151.

Our Mission: At Lackey Memorial Hospital, we’re committed to helping you achieve the highest level of independence possible. Through personalized care, professional therapy, and compassionate support, we provide a continuum of care that enhances recovery outcomes. Our focus is on rehabilitation, with the goal of helping you ease back into your daily life confidently and comfortably.

Contact us today to learn more about how our Swing Bed Program can support you or your loved one in the journey back to health.