Concierge: Samantha Holman
Patient Name: Matthew
Patient Age: 40 years old
Admissions Date: 02/22/2024
Admitted from: Stony Brook University Hospital
Discharge Date: TBD
Length of Stay: 4 months
Reason for Stay: Mitochondrial Neuromuscular Disease
How did this patient hear about The Hamlet? Social Worker at Stony Brook University Hospital
Details of experience:
On 02/22/2024, Matthew was admitted to our community from Stony Brook University Hospital with an admitting diagnosis of Mitochondrial Neuromuscular Disease. Matthew was diagnosed with this disease at the age of 19, but one morning, he had an episode in which he was lethargic and could not get out of bed. Matthew was admitted to Stony Brook University Hospital, and the social worker there recommended he receive further care at The Hamlet for Rehabilitation.
When Matthew arrived at The Hamlet, he was welcomed by the amazing team, including Nursing, Social Work, Recreation, Rehabilitation, and Concierge services. Upon arrival, Matthew was evaluated by each team so they could apply their skills to give him the best care possible. Matthew was evaluated by Physical Therapist; Monica Morales, Occupational Therapist; Christopher Depasquale, and Speech Therapist; Maisa Chowdhury. He required PT (physical therapy) and OT (occupational therapy) services to strengthen and increase
functional activity tolerance, functional transfer/bed mobility, and improve overall balance, strength, coordination, and mobility. He required speech therapy to improve oral intake, oral function, and pharyngeal function. Upon evaluation, Matthew depended on support for most of his ADL (Activities of Daily Living).
Matthew committed to gaining his strength back and recovering with the rehabilitation team. After two and a half months of rehabilitation, Matthew made considerable progress over the course of skilled PT, demonstrating increased independence with all aspects of functional mobility, decreased fall risk, and maximum potential with skilled services and a regular diet.
After two months of rehabilitation, Matthew achieved his goals and was discharged home safely. Unfortunately, after returning home for ten days, he had a minor setback and experienced another episode of lethargy. Matthew was readmitted to The Hamlet to receive further rehabilitation.
Matthew has been readmitted for two months and is thriving in all aspects. He is on a regular diet, walking about 75 feet with help from a walker and improving upper and lower body dressing tasks and other ADLs. He is a long-term resident in our community and continues to achieve more goals every day.
Matthew has become a part of The Hamlet family, with each department supporting his needs. His family continues to support him throughout his life, and his positive attitude is admirable. The goal in our community is to spread love and encouragement to each resident, and Matthew is a perfect example of someone who thrives from this type of support