Coronavirus Update
View All UpdatesDear Family and Friends,
As communities start to loosen COVID-19 restrictions, we wanted to share an update on visitation guidelines. Genesis-affiliated centers are currently offering indoor visitation for all residents (regardless of vaccination status), with the exception of the three scenarios listed below. CMS, the federal agency that regulates nursing centers, has updated its visitation guidance due to high resident vaccination rates and a drop in COVID-19 cases around the country. read more
Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
100 Florida Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505
Awards and Affiliations
Now offering a state-of-the-art 22-bed short-stay post-hospital rehabilitation unit. We provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care. Our on-site nurse practitioner, attending physicians and caring staff are focused on providing each patient with their own personalized treatment program to get each back to their optimum potential. Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is found nestled in the mountains of northeastern, PA, just steps from scenic Lake Scranton and minutes from the historical downtown area. Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation is a non-profit facility, managed by Genesis HealthCare.
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Services
- ShortStay care
- LongTerm care
- Respite care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitation therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation - including joint replacement, injuries and amputation
- VA Contracted
- On-site Medical Director
- On-site Nurse Practitioner
- Attending Physicians
- Registered Nurses
- IV Therapy
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
- Audiology care
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Dental care
- Pet therapy
- Physiatry services
- Podiatry care
- Psychiatric services
- Vision care
- Wound care
- X-ray
- Hospice care
- Pain management
- Case management
- Dietary and nutrition needs management
- Discharge planning
- Individual treatment plans
- Heparin therapy
- Medication management
- 24-hour emergency alert and response system
- Coordinated transportation
- Cultural, educational, religious and social activities
- Recreation activities
- Vitality to You
Amenities
- Private and Semi-Private Rooms
- Fully air conditioned
- Individual climate control
- Activity room
- Wellness programs
- Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)
- Conveniently Located
- Scenic views
- Suburban setting
- Dining Room
- In-room dining options
- Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits
- Complimentary laundry facility on-site
- Computer with internet access
- Housekeeping
- Mail and Newspaper Service
- Pharmaceutical delivery service
- Phone service
- Wireless Internet
Ellen Craven
Center Executive DirectorEllen Craven has over 25 years experience in the healthcare industry. She shows her continued commitment to the field by serving as an ombudsman, Personal Care Administrator and as a licenced Administrator. Rounding out her 6 years experience with Genesis HealthCare Ellen, recently joined the Linwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center team. Her emphasis on quality of care and her hands on approach has shown her dedication and passion for the staff and residents of this Center.
Lois Menichini, RN
Director of NursingLois has been a registered nurse for 20 years. Her first 4 years in nursing was spent working at a local hospital and as a personal care home administrator before taking a position in a skilled nursing center. Lois has worked in the skilled nursing environment for the last 16 years and has worked in the following roles: direct care nurse, supervisor, clinical nurse consultant and director of nursing. She has been employed as Director of Nursing at Linwood since January 2012.
Patricia Kennedy
Admissions/Marketing DirectorPat has been in the health care field for 28 years, during this time she has gained valuable knowledge with the skills necessary to meet the needs of the facility and community. Pat has a passion for the elderly and she is focused on providing excellent customer service to both residents and families.
