Expert Ventilator Management & Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Cleveland

The Larchwood Difference in Respiratory Care When a loved one requires mechanical ventilation or complex tracheostomy care, the transition from hospital to a post-acute setting is critical. Larchwood Care provides a high-acuity pulmonary program that bridges the gap between the ICU and home. We are one of the few facilities in Northeast Ohio equipped with the clinical depth to manage complex respiratory failure while prioritizing weaning and recovery.

Why Choose Our Pulmonary Program?

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24/7 On-Site Respiratory Therapy:

Unlike many facilities that use “on-call” services, our Licensed Respiratory Therapists are on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Specialized Ventilator Weaning:

We utilize evidence-based protocols to safely reduce ventilator support, aiming for successful decannulation (trach removal) and independent breathing.
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High-Acuity Capabilities:

We manage BiPAP, CPAP, High-Flow Oxygen, and complex tracheostomy care for patients with COPD, neuromuscular disorders, and post-surgical complications.

Our Interdisciplinary Approach

Recovery is a team effort. Our pulmonary residents benefit from a coordinated plan involving:

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Pulmonologists:

Overseeing clinical protocols and weaning progress.
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Speech Pathology:

Focused on “speaking valves” (Passy-Muir) and swallow retraining for trach-dependent patients.
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Physical & Occupational Therapy:

Building core and upper-body strength to support respiratory effort.

Larchwood Care facilities work with patients and their families to ensure that patients thrive within their capabilities, maximizing their quality of life.

Frequently Ask Questions
Ventilator Management & Pulmonary Care

Q: Do you accept patients who are currently ventilator-dependent? A: Yes. We specialize in admitting patients directly from ICU and Step-down units who require mechanical ventilation and are candidates for weaning.

Q: Is there a Respiratory Therapist at the facility at night? A: Yes. Larchwood Care maintains 24/7 on-site Respiratory Therapy coverage to ensure patient safety and immediate intervention if needed.

Q: Can you help with tracheostomy weaning? A: Absolutely. Our clinical team follows a structured decannulation protocol, working closely with speech therapists to ensure the patient can safely breathe and swallow on their own.

Serving Northeast Ohio: Larchwood Care provides specialized skilled nursing and rehabilitation to families in Cleveland, Lakewood, Rocky River, Westlake, Fairview Park, and the surrounding areas. We coordinate closely with discharge planners at Cleveland Clinic, MetroHealth, and University Hospitals (UH) to provideseamless post-acute transitions.