The New York State Veterans' Home boasts a newly equipped Rehabilitation Department ready to meet the short and long term care needs of our residents. The professional staff of therapists work closely as a team to help people achieve the most effective results possible.

The Physical Therapists develop a plan to improve the person's movement and function. New equipment recently purchased at the Veterans' Home consists of Kinetron, Access Weight Trainer, Ultrasound, Electric Muscle Stimulation, Fluidotherapy, and Whirlpool treatments. The Physical Therapists frequently work with individuals who have had strokes, fractures, joint replacement, and arthritis, to name a few. The Physical Therapy team consists of Lorraine Jones (Chief Physical Therapist), Victoria Conron (Head Physical Therapist), Linda Phelps (PT), LouAnn Mustillo (PT), Brenda Farrell (PTA), and Carlene Bouley (PT Aide). The Physical Therapy Department can be reached at (607) 843-3135.

Dianna Brown (CCC SLP), our part time Speech Pathologist, works closely with residents to improve communication skills and dysphasia. She can be reached at 607-843-3154.

Occupational Therapists work closely with people to increase their activities of daily living and independent function. Activities may range from dressing and self care to food preparation. Treatments for these skills bridge the gap between nursing home placement and successful return to the community. Our Occupational Therapy team consists of Kara Dopp (OTR), Linda Noble (OTR), Mary Twitchell (OTA), and Dayle Miller (OTA). The Occupational Therapy Department can be reached at (607) 843-3134.

Joe Sugar (PRT), our Respiratory Therapist, is also available for patient care and consults.

All therapists are part of an interdisciplinary team that helps the resident achieve his or her goals.