Why Choose the Swing Bed Program at Carthage Area Hospital?
At Carthage Area Hospital, we understand that every recovery journey is different. That’s why our Swing Bed Program is built around personalized care and comfort, designed to help you regain your strength and return home with confidence.
Your Dedicated Care Team
Each swing bed patient will receive a customized care plan tailored to their specific recovery needs, ensuring the most effective path back to independence.
You’ll be supported by a compassionate, multidisciplinary team that includes:
- Registered Nurses (staffed 24/7)
- Physical Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Respiratory Therapists
- Registered Dietitians
- Clinical Pharmacists
- Medical Hospitalists (staffed 24/7)
- Case Managers
At CAH, our swing bed team is dedicated to collaborating to deliver advanced therapies and recovery strategies to help you regain function and confidence.
A Healing Environment
Carthage Area Hospital’s Swing Bed Program offers a healing environment designed with comfort and recovery in mind. Patients stay in a cozy, home-like setting that fosters rest and peace of mind, helping them feel more at ease during their recovery. Each private, single-occupancy room 🛏️ is thoughtfully equipped with a TV, telephone, and internet access, ensuring a connected and calming experience throughout their stay. This quiet, personalized atmosphere promotes faster healing by reducing stress and distractions. Families can also feel confident knowing their loved ones are recovering in a safe, supportive space that feels more like home than a hospital.
Is a Swing Bed Right for You?
You may benefit from the Swing Bed Program if you:
- Are currently in a large hospital far from home
- Have had a recent illness that left you feeling weak or vulnerable
- Require extended IV medication or wound care
- Are recovering from surgery, such as a joint replacement or fracture
- Are healing from a major cardiac event or stroke
- Feel uncertain about caring for yourself at home
If any of these sound familiar, our Swing Bed Program may be exactly what you need.
A Certified Program You Can Trust
Our Swing Bed Program is nationally certified by The Compliance Team, a highly respected healthcare accrediting organization known for its rigorous standards and focus on patient-centered care. This recognition affirms our commitment to patient safety, high-quality outcomes, and clinical excellence. It also means you and your family can have peace of mind knowing that the care you receive meets or exceeds national benchmarks. At Carthage Area Hospital, we’re proud to deliver compassionate, accredited care you can depend on. Our team works diligently to maintain this standard every day, ensuring your recovery experience is both safe and exceptional.
What to Bring with You
To make your stay more comfortable, we recommend bringing:
- A few pairs of comfortable clothing
- Personal hygiene items
- Books, magazines, or other personal entertainment
- Please do not bring valuables or items of significant monetary or sentimental value
Let’s Help You Get Back Home—Closer to Home
If you think you or a loved one might qualify for the Swing Bed Program, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Case Management Team
1001 West St., Carthage, NY 13619
315.493.1000
Casey Stevens, RN, BSN
Director of Case Management & Discharge Planning
Phone: 315.519.5581
Fax: 315.493.7326
Email: cstevens@nshany.org
Stefani Belina, RN
RN Case Manager
Phone: 315.519.5535
Fax: 315.493.7326
Email: cstevens@nshany.org