Specialized Care for the Next Stage of Recovery

Helping medically complex patients recover is our specialty. At Kindred, our long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs) partner with physicians, case managers, and care teams to build on the progress they've achieved, helping patients continue their recovery. We provide specialized hospital-level acute care and rehabilitation for patients recovering from critical illness or injury, reducing the risk of readmission and preparing patients for the next step toward home.

Discuss Care & Referral Options

Intubated Patient Walking Down Hall With Caregiver Taller

When to Consider an LTACH

While an initial acute care hospital stay is focused on treating acute illness or injury, some medically complex patients continue to require hospital-level care for weeks or even months. When patients no longer require the full resources of a short-term acute care hospital but still need intensive medical management, a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) can provide the specialized care needed to continue their recovery.

At Kindred Hospitals, we provide:

Focused care for medically complex patients, allowing our physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver highly specialized treatment and rehabilitation.
24/7 respiratory therapy and ventilator-weaning expertise to support patients with complex pulmonary and respiratory needs.
Early mobility programs, including for patients on mechanical ventilation, to promote recovery and functional improvement.
A specialized care environment designed for medically complex patients, helping reduce the risk of hospital-acquired conditions while supporting the next stage of recovery.

Is Kindred Right for My Patient?

Why Healthcare Professionals Choose Kindred Hospitals

Kindred Hospitals partner with physicians, case managers, and care teams to deliver specialized hospital-level care uniquely designed for patients recovering from critical illness or injury. Through physician-led expertise, coordinated care, and proven recovery programs, we help patients continue their recovery journey.

Specialized Clinical Staff

Our physician-led teams of specialists, ACLS-certified nurses, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, and dietitians specialize in caring for medically complex patients.

Joint Commission Certification

Every Kindred Hospital has earned at least one Joint Commission Disease-Specific Care Certification, demonstrating our commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based care.

Interdisciplinary Care Teams

Physician-led interdisciplinary care teams collaborate through bedside rounds to align treatment goals, coordinate care, and keep patients, families, and referring providers informed throughout recovery.

Focus on Early Mobility

Kindred's Move Early Program incorporates movement into the care plan as early as possible, even for patients on mechanical ventilation, promoting timely recovery of prior function.

Post-Discharge Support

Our dedicated AfterCare team follows patients after discharge to reinforce care plans, answer questions, and support a successful transition home while helping reduce the risk of readmission.

Care for Complex Conditions

Patients come to our specialty hospitals with serious conditions such as respiratory failure, complex wounds, sepsis, stroke, congestive heart failure, or even a combination of these. Their diagnoses are often complicated by existing health problems like diabetes or COPD. Many of our patients require treatments such as mechanical ventilation, respiratory therapy, dialysis, or IV therapy.

View All Care Options

Respiratory Care ›

Wound Care ›

Infectious Disease ›

Brain Injury & Stroke ›

Comprehensive Rehab ›

Choosing the Right Level of Care

Every patient's recovery journey is different. Understanding how long-term acute care differs from other post-acute settings can help you determine the most appropriate next step for medically complex patients.