The Nathaniel Witherell in Greenwich is among the top 8% of U.S. skilled nursing home facilities to be recognized by “U.S. News & World Report” as a Best Nursing Home for 2021-2022, earning the highest possible ranking for both its short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services and facilities. Of the 13,175 nursing homes and 13,500 short-term rehabilitation centers evaluated across the nation, just 1,063 and 1,651 respectively, were designated as “High Performing.”
John Mastronardi, executive director of The Nathaniel Witherell, points to two innovative programs that were implemented over the last few years that have been instrumental in receiving the Witherell”™s high marks. The Falls Reduction Program spearheaded by Edward Omondi, director of nursing, pinpoints times during the day when falls are most likely to happen ”“ due to fatigue or confusion ”“ and provides engaging activities. And, the Respiratory Education Program, which significantly reduces admissions to the hospital by helping residents with issues like COPD, asthma or pneumonia and providing them with the knowledge they need about caring for their respiratory issues. “Health care needs of older adults are complex and individualized programs to support the well-being of the whole person is essential to keeping them safe, happy and healthy,” he said.
The Nathaniel Witherell, a not-for-profit 202-bed health care facility located on 20 scenic acres in Greenwich, Connecticut, and owned and operated by the town of Greenwich, has been serving the community for over 116 years.
