Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
Bradford
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital is an acute rehabilitation hospital that is located in the Merrimack Valley to conveniently serve patients in the greater Boston MA area and throughout New England.
Our team of interdisciplinary professionals provides inpatient + outpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and transitional care. Choose from our services to find out why we should be your only choice for rehabilitation in the Merrimack Valley!
We are proud to be certified by The Joint Commission for both our Pulmonary and Stroke Programs.
Whittier offers all levels of post-acute
inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.
Comprehensive Healthcare Services Since 1982
We are known for exceptional care that is tailored to the individual needs of each patient.
Our interdisciplinary team approach supports excellent outcomes, and we take great pride in our commitment to total patient care, professionalism, and respect, provided throughout the rehabilitation process.
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Inpatient Rehabilitation
Here at Bradford, we are equipped to provide complex medical treatments and procedures to patients who are acutely ill, have multiple complications and those who require specialty care and continuous monitoring, within our 35-bed LTACH unit.
Our 25-bed IRF unit is able to manage patients who require a more intense level of rehabilitation, which consists of 3 hours per day, up to 7 days per week.
Both our Pulmonary and Stroke programs are Joint Commission Certified.
Our Inpatient Services
- TBI Program
- Stroke/CVA Program
- Amputation/Prosthetic/Orthotic Fitting
- Orthopedic
- Neurological
- Pulmonary/Ventilator/Tracheostomy Care
- CPAP/BIPAP
- Advanced Wound Care Management
- Whittier Way
- Whittier Aquatic
- SCI
- Cardiac
- Pain Management
- In-House Hemodialysis
- Telemetry
- PCA Pumps
- TPN/PPN
- Heparin Drip
- IV Antibiotics/IV Steroids
- Ostomy Care
- Post-surgical drainage tubes
- Enteral Nutrition
- PICC/Midline/Port-a-cath
Our Inpatient Programs
- Joint Commission Certified Inpatient Pulmonary Program
- Wound Care Program
- Acute Rehabilitation
- Long Term Acute Rehabilitation
Inpatient Pulmonary Program
Joint Commission Certified
Our Mission: Provide interdisciplinary, individually tailored, comprehensive, and efficient care to patients with chronic pulmonary disease.
Assist patients and families in managing their disease or condition.
Promote active participation in decisions and lifestyle changes for success in self-management regimens.
Our Vision: To continue to be accredited as a center of excellence for pulmonary rehabilitation care.
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Choose Whittier outpatient for your one to one therapy, our specialty clinics, and our aquatics program. Whether you come to us directly from an inpatient facility, as a follow up to home health services, from an orthopedic office or from a primary care physician, the outpatient center at Whittier can assist you with your therapy or medical needs.
Our Pulmonary and Stroke programs are both Joint Commission Certified.
OUR OUTPATIENT SERVICES
- AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill®
- Aquatic Therapy
- Driving Assessments
- Modified Barium Swallows
- Neurology Services
- Neuropsychology Services
- Nutritional Consults
- Occupational Therapy/Work Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Services
- Outpatient Neurology Rehabilitation Program
- Physiatry Consults
- Physical Therapy
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Radiology Services
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Wellness Education
Our Outpatient Specialized Clinics
- Botox Clinic
- Memory Clinic
- Orthotics & Prosthetics Clinic
- Podiatry Clinic
- Pulmonary Clinic
- Seating & Positioning Clinic
- Wound Clinic
Outpatient Stroke Program
Joint Commission Certified
Our Mission: Throughout the comprehensive stroke program, Whittier will partner with our community, local healthcare providers, area hospitals, and insurers to provide a high-quality program for stroke survivors to maximize recovery.
Our Vision: To enhance the lives of people who have experienced a stroke through our culture of hope and compassion. We will lead the community in providing superior stroke rehabilitation.
Specialty Care Designed for Medically Complex Patients
Our patients (elderly, disabled or acute cases of any age) are admitted following treatment in the traditional acute care hospital when they no longer require intensive diagnostic procedures. The care provided is more individualized and resource-intensive than what is provided in a sub-acute or skilled nursing facility.
Individualized Care Plans
Specialized Therapist Teams
Day to Day Function Re-Training
Joint Commission Deemed Status
The Joint Commission is a national accrediting organization that has been recognized by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), through a process called “deeming,” as having standards and a survey process that meet or exceed Medicare’s requirements.
What does “deemed” status mean?
Deemed status is a prestigious distinction that signifies that the hospital not only meets but exceeds standards set forth by both Joint Commission and CMS.
Our Pulmonary Program and Outpatient Stroke Programs are both certified under the Joint Commission Disease Specific certification standards.
Patient Testimonials
Donna & Eliza are both wonderful respiratory therapists both very knowledgeable & professional. I benefitted greatly from the program.
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial"Donna & Eliza are both wonderful respiratory therapists both very knowledgeable & professional. I benefitted greatly from the program." •Deborah G.Meet Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford's...
Given my phenomenal experience with my first stay I was anticipating the same level of care. But to my surprise and delight it was even better.
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This has been my second stay at Whittier within the past 10 months. The first stay was excellent and the staff was nothing short of sensational. A special acknowledgment to Jessica from OT. Given my...
I would like to single out and praise Laurie and Sara who led my PT and OT teams for their diligence in getting me ready to go home. They are wonderful and deserve recognition! Kudos also to Dr Pant!
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I am extremely happy with all aspects of my stay at Whittier. The professional staff worked tirelessly to accommodate my needs. The aides were lovely and attentive. Whenever I buzzed for assistance,...
I would recommend Whittier rehab hospital to everyone who needs care and love..thanks to PT (Christian) OT (Karen) my doctors and nurses were awesome, and can’t forget the cleaning and food staff
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Well I can start by saying thank you all for your help, great care, and patience with me, so many things that I can say, but best described by one word (grateful). I would recommend Whittier rehab...
Excellent care, compassion, service, and comfort received for my father over the holiday and weekend. Kudos to Dr. Liguori, wound care, nurses, assistants, case managers, PA Adam, and therapists.
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Excellent care, compassion, service, and comfort received for my father over the holiday and weekend. Kudos to Dr. Liguori, wound care (Jolene), nurses (Jen, Melissa, Chris), assistants, case managers...
…every staff member we passed by on our way out stopped, and offered their well wishes to my mother as we departed. I’m glad we chose Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital for my mother’s rehabilitation portion of her recovery.
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital Bradford Patient Testimonial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital took really good care of my elderly mom during her time there. The case managers, doctors, nurses, therapists, & other staff were super friendly and...
Our Team
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford is run by Administrator Bob Iannaco, Medical Director Dr. Paul Liguori and Director of Nursing Services Heather Grondin.
Bob Iannaco, Administrator
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation HospitalBob Iannaco, PT Administrator Specialty: Rehabilitation Bob has been the Administrator of Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital in Bradford since May 1998. Before becoming the Administrator, Bob was the Director of...
Dr. Paul Liguori, MD, MRM, Medical Director
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation HospitalDr. Paul Liguori, MD, MRM Medical Director Dr. Liguori earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of NY at Buffalo School of Medicine. He completed his residency in physical medicine and...
Laurie Faust Lemire, OTR/L Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation Services
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation Hospital Laurie Faust Lemire, OTR/L Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation Services Specialty: Therapy Ms. Lemire is a board registered and certified Occupational Therapist. She worked as the Pediatric Clinical...
Heather Grondin, BSN, CCM, Director of Nursing Services
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation HospitalHeather Grondin, BSN, CCM Director of Nursing Services Heather graduated with her AS in Nursing in 2007. She attended a Nurse Residency Program and specialized in Cardiac and Critical Care. In 2014 she earned...
AnnMarie Kulis, MScHA, BA.GS.HSE, RRT, Respiratory Manager
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation HospitalAnnMarie Kulis, MScHA, BA.GS.HSE, RRT Respiratory Manager Marie obtained her AS in Respiratory Therapy in 2013 from North Shore Community College. She has worked with neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations...
Lauren Arcidi Varney, MS OTR/L, Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
Whittier Health Network Bradford Rehabilitation HospitalLauren Arcidi Varney, MS OTR/L Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services Lauren Arcidi Varney is a board registered and certified Occupational Therapist, graduating from UNH with a Master’s Degree in...
News + Updates
The wagging way to wellness: how animals bring joy and healing throughout Whittier Health Network
At Whittier, we know the road to recovery can be challenging. That's why we're embracing the power of the human-animal bond to comfort, motivate, and give our patients, residents, and staff a whole lot of tail wags. Animals, with their unique ability to lighten the...
An era closes, and a new one begins, as Christine Turlis joins as HR Manager at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford!
In July we held a retirement party for our HR Director, Donna Barry and thanked her for 25+ years of service and commitment to Whittier Bradford and our employees. We appreciate all her hard work, and she will be missed! At the same time, we were very excited to...
Lauren Arcidi Varney, MS OTR/L, Director of Outpatient Services, on what drives the team at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford: “It really all boils down to doing what we can to help patients live their lives to their full potential.”
We recently caught up with Lauren Arcidi Varney, our new Director of Outpatient Services at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford. Lauren came on board as Director in July 2024 but has worked at Whittier in various other capacities throughout her career. We spoke...
The Unit-Based Council at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford gives their nurses a voice in determining goals and priorities and empowers them to make decisions affecting nursing practice and patient care.
Nurses at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford are driving high-level initiatives using evidence in a shared governance model to improve patient outcomes Adopted by many organizations such as Cleveland Clinic and Eisenhower Health, the shared governance model is...
After a life-changing accident and successful recovery at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford, Diane Blunt wants her story to be a source of hope for others.
In October of 2022, Diane Blunt and her husband, Chris, were in a severe car accident on their way home from caring for Chris’ 96-year-old mother. Chris tragically passed away, and Diane was rushed to Beverly Hospital and then sent to Lahey Clinic in Burlington due to...
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford has been awarded Recertification in Pulmonary and Stroke Rehabilitation by The Joint Commission.
By demonstrating continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety, Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Bradford has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of ApprovalTM and has been recertified in both Outpatient...
Directions to Bradford Rehabilitation Hospital
From Route 495 N or S: Exit 106-R125 Ward Hill, Bradford onto Rt. 125 Connector. At the first set of lights turn left into the Ward Hill Business Park EAST, onto “Riverview Street, Ward Hill.” At the stop sign, proceed straight for 0.5 miles to 145 Ward Hill Avenue. Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital is on your left. Directions
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