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For many families, the search for nursing care begins during a difficult transition — after a surgery, illness, injury, or when a loved one needs more daily support than can be provided at home.
Located at 2420 W. Third St. in Owensboro, Twin Rivers Nursing & Rehabilitation combines rehabilitation services, skilled nursing care, specialty medical programs, and residential amenities under one roof. The facility serves both short-term patients recovering from illness or surgery and residents requiring long-term care.
At Twin Rivers, the goal is to provide a continuum of care that ranges from short-term rehabilitation to long-term skilled nursing, while also creating an environment focused on comfort, independence, and quality of life.
The facility combines around-the-clock nursing services with rehabilitation programs, specialty medical care, social services, and amenities designed to make residents feel at home.
Twin Rivers offers 24-hour licensed nursing care, medication management, physician visits, wound care, disease management programs, restorative rehabilitation, dietary counseling, vision and dental services, and assistance with activities of daily living.
The center serves both individuals recovering from medical events and those requiring long-term residential care.
For rehabilitation patients, Twin Rivers provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy in an inpatient setting. Individualized treatment plans are developed under the direction of the facility’s medical team with the goal of helping residents regain independence and prevent further decline in function.
The skilled nursing program includes short-term and long-term rehabilitation, physician services, restorative nursing, diabetes management, IV therapy, post-operative care, wound care, and specialized treatments such as peritoneal dialysis.
One of the facility’s featured specialty programs is wound care. Twin Rivers utilizes a certified wound nurse and physician-directed treatment protocols to help patients recover from complex wounds and return home as quickly as possible. The program serves residents with post-traumatic wounds, surgical wounds, amputations, and wounds requiring frequent dressing changes or vacuum-assisted closure therapy.
In addition to traditional nursing services, Twin Rivers offers palliative care for residents facing advanced illnesses.
The multidisciplinary program focuses on comfort, quality of life, and support for both patients and families. Facility information notes that palliative services are designed to help residents live with dignity while ensuring their final days are as comfortable as possible.
Twin Rivers also offers respite care, providing temporary stays for individuals whose primary caregivers need time away to rest, travel, or address personal needs.
The respite program allows residents to receive professional care in a supervised environment while participating in activities and social opportunities. Facility materials describe respite care as beneficial not only for caregivers but also for residents who gain opportunities for socialization and a change of scenery.
Additional specialty services include respiratory therapy, which is available in-house five days per week and on call. Therapists work with patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery to improve lung function and overall respiratory health.
The facility also maintains a dedicated social services department staffed by licensed social workers. Services include advocacy, care coordination, discharge planning, and supportive interventions for residents and their families.
While clinical care remains a primary focus, Twin Rivers emphasizes quality-of-life amenities as well.
Residents have access to social activities, community outings, beauty and barber services, complimentary Wi-Fi, family gathering spaces, cable television, laundry services, and private-room options. Family visits are encouraged, and pets are permitted to visit with proof of vaccination.
One unique offering is the facility’s monthly Chef’s Selection Dinner.
Each month, culinary staff create a themed gourmet dining experience inspired by a specific region or cuisine. The program is designed to give residents the feeling of enjoying an evening at a fine restaurant without leaving the facility.
The combination of medical services, rehabilitation programs, social opportunities, and residential amenities reflects Twin Rivers’ mission of providing compassionate care while promoting wellness and independence.
Families interested in learning more about Twin Rivers Nursing & Rehabilitation or scheduling a tour can visit Twin Rivers Nursing & Rehabilitation.
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Today, with nearly 1,000 members, the Chamber is a guiding force in community and business development initiatives and serves as the center of business advocacy for the Greater Owensboro region.
To learn more about becoming the Chamber Member of the Week or inquire about Chamber membership, contact Kitty Jones, director of membership, at 270-926-1860 or [email protected].
