HERKIMER — Bassett Healthcare Network’s Valley Health Services unit has received a $10,998 grant from the Slocum Dickson Foundation to support equipment and therapies to promote optimal levels of function for the long-term care and rehabilitation of the facility’s residents and patients, the organization announced. The grant funded the purchase of a new bladder scanner, […]
HERKIMER — Bassett Healthcare Network’s Valley Health Services unit has received a $10,998 grant from the Slocum Dickson Foundation to support equipment and therapies to promote optimal levels of function for the long-term care and rehabilitation of the facility’s residents and patients, the organization announced.
The grant funded the purchase of a new bladder scanner, Doppler, and ergometer. Medical staff use the bladder scanner and Doppler to recognize urinary tract/bladder and blood-flow concerns, which accelerates medical intervention. The tools also prevent some transfers to acute-care facilities, where patients can be taken to receive specialty care for serious medical issues. Instead, this equipment allows staff to monitor residents and patients and treat issues when they arise.
“We are very fortunate to have the Slocum Dickson Foundation recognize the importance of acquiring this equipment to support our goal of providing quality, person-centered care through programs designed to promote health and independence,” Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services President Lisa Betrus said in a news release. Betrus is also senior VP, chief strategy, and transformation officer at Bassett Healthcare Network.
The ergometer is used by those with muscular atrophy to promote and regain strength in the upper body to recover independence and accelerates their return to the optimal level of function following surgery or illness.
Located in Herkimer, Valley Health Services is a 160-bed long-term care and rehabilitation facility.
The Slocum Dickson Foundation’s mission is to provide funding for health and medical projects that focus on education and training for the advancement of health care.
