I've been at Fishkill for almost two years and I can say that I get along with everybody and I'm being taken care of here. Sometimes it is my natural tendency to take more care of others than I do myself. Still, overall, I get the help I need. Ya know what, our needs ARE met here. Whether it's long term or short term care, you are getting your needs met. The new directors are extremely personable. Sharon, the social worker always comes to check in on me.
The rehab is wonderful. Sometimes they push me really hard. It can be really frustrating when insurance cuts off the rehab, but that isn't the facility's fault. The nursing staff is extremely caring including the aide I like to call Mighty Mouse, but if I could improve on one thing, it would be a bit more staffing, esp early in the morning and late at night. Also, I wish we could have more attention paid to some of the animals on the property like the fish and birds.
Lastly, I have to give a shout out to the recreations team here - especially Melissa. Melissa makes ALL THINGS POSSIBLE. She is my cheerleader. If you're not a painter, it doesn't matter. She's still going to get that easel out and you're going to paint a cardinal from beginning to end. Her day room feels like home, like OUR home.
And that's what Fishkill has become: my home. read more