Success Stories

As his condition worsened he had to be placed on a ventilator when his lungs failed and he developed acute kidney failure as well, requiring intensive blood filtration until he began to stabilize and could receive standard dialysis. Ross was able to be transferred to Kindred Hospital Lima to receive respiratory therapy and begin his rehabilitation. As he began to recover Ross became more engaged with his therapy sessions; and although he faced some challenges along the way, with constant support and encouragement from his wife, Kirsten, and diligent care from his team, he successfully weaned from the ventilator. He then worked hard with his speech pathologist to recover his voice and begin to eat and drink a normal diet, and his rehab team guided his physical recovery. Ross gained greater strength, mobility and independence every day and was able to get back up on his feet, walk with a rolling walker, and be independent with the tasks of daily life. His kidneys also recovered and he no longer needed dialysis.

“The staff here at Kindred saved my husband’s life!” Kirsten shared before Ross was discharged to return home. “Everyone from Cara, Angie, Amanda, Reagan, Josie, Tracy and Hyacinth – everyone took such phenomenal care of him! I am so glad I decided to go with Kindred and now Dr. Ojo is Ross’s PCP! The staff was always patient and kind and there for me, and willing to answer all of my questions and help with my requests. This is a top notch facility and deserve all the awards. I will be forever grateful for every single one of you – thank you for giving us our Ross back!”

Her journey was not as easy as expected, especially during the first two weeks during which she experienced significant fluctuations in her recovery. However, Donella began to recover and regained her great sense of humor and drive that made her a beloved person by all who would encounter her. Every day that Donella made gains she would become more determined and could not wait for the next therapy session. By the end of her stay at Kindred, Donella only required standby assistance and she was eating a regular diet. She was discharged to her home with home health services to continue her recovery.

“Weeks later when I awoke in Kindred Hospital I learned that I had been on life support for several weeks – I was in very bad shape.” Not long after his arrival, Doug was successfully weaned from the ventilator and began his journey to recovery with physical and occupational therapy. “I can't say enough about the care I received at Kindred. All of the nurses, therapists and aides were top notch, and I just want to give a special shout out to Dana – my rehab therapist – who even came to visit me after I discharged to the nursing home to continue my therapy.” Doug says he is also blessed as his family that stood by him and never gave up on his recovery; “Now I am home and continue to get stronger every day. I’m looking forward to getting back to fishing and driving again.”

While at Kindred, Heather made a miraculous recovery. She was able to wean from the ventilator, regain her strength and mobility and participate in daily rehab and occupational therapy. Heather credits her recovery to the great care the nursing team provided and she and her family are very thankful to Dr. Cooley and Dr. Ojo, and to everyone on the rehabilitation team. Heather was discharged from Kindred to her home and she is very happy to be cooking meals again for her children!

He was admitted to Kindred Hospital to continue therapy and rehabilitation. "I believe that everyone at Kindred Lima is awesome and works there because it's their purpose – their mission" Derek shared. “I want to say a special thank you to Dr. Ojo, and RNs Meagan and Octavia Peterson for the great care I received. I am blessed to be alive today, through a combination of divine intervention and the unconditional love of family, friends and caregivers.” Derek was discharged from Kindred Hospital to his home and was able to walk out on his own. “I am so grateful to everyone who assisted in my recovery. I hope to fulfill my life's purpose!” Derek said.

My stay here lasted for a month and in that time I was successfully weaned from the ventilator, had my tracheostomy removed, and began therapy. The entire staff at Kindred never let me quit. Thanks to their diligence and the support of my family and friends, I am back home and continue to gain strength. I continue to do therapy close to home and am back to watching my great grandchildren, whom I adore.” Pam extended a special thank you to Samantha, Becky, and all the ICU nurses for the care she received. “If I ever need long-term hospital care in the future I would definitely return to Kindred” Pam said.