Ventilator Unit
At The Enclave at Barnesville, our goal is to enhance quality of life while delivering compassionate, high-level care. Our Ventilator Program is designed to support individuals with varying medical needs and remains one of the most comprehensive programs available within our community.
Specialized Care
Our Respiratory Therapists play an integral role in each resident’s care plan, working closely with our Pulmonologist to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed. They provide ongoing recommendations to enhance outcomes, including ventilator weaning when medically appropriate.
Successful weaning requires energy, strength, stamina, and commitment. We encourage residents to get out of bed daily and remain active, as movement promotes healing and supports a faster recovery. Our ventilator unit is designed to deliver optimal, comprehensive care for every resident entrusted to us.
Our Specialties
Our comprehensive respiratory program supports residents with a wide variety of conditions and care needs, including:
- Ventilator dependency
- Neuromuscular diseases
- Airway management disorders
- Reactive airway disease
- COPD
- Hypoxemia
- Pulmonary infections
Our care team is always available for any needs that may arise for residents and families.
Respiratory Therapy Services
Lung disease can be difficult to manage, but our respiratory services are designed to handle it with ease. The program is specially designed for residents with a variety of diagnoses that often include similar, quality care, including but not limited to:
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Cancer
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation
- Quadriplegia
- Tracheostomy Management
- Apnea disorders
Long-Term Placement:
For residents who require extended ventilator support, our specialized unit becomes a place of comfort, encouragement, and healing. We surround each resident with expert care, daily support, and a welcoming environment that feels like home. Families are embraced as partners in care, with education and assistance available around the clock.
The End Goal: Home
At The Enclave at Barnesville, our goal is to get our residents on their feet, and with the help of our expertly skilled team…HOME.
Many residents who come to our facility transition home and live a fun, active and full life. Whether those going home are ventilator-dependent or not, we seek to educate patients and families to provide them with valuable tools that will make the transition easier. We will also help coordinate any necessary home-care arrangements, necessary equipment and Home Health Services.