Monthly Archives: March 2013

Is a hospital for habilitation cost-effective?

Posted on March 29, 2013 by dlevine

By Gary E. Eddey, MD Matheny’s data consistently demonstrate that care provided here reduces the risk for much more costly acute care hospitalizations. Our daily bed rate, in fact, is lower than that of acute care hospitals. Morbidity and mortality data … Continue reading →

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Forever thankful to Matheny

Posted on March 27, 2013 by dlevine

“When you meet someone with a severe disability,” says Justin Lash, “it’s hard to imagine what their quality of life would be. But Matheny has given my brother Andy an exceptional quality of life for more than 35 years, for … Continue reading →

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Anchoring the Wheelchair Walk

Posted on March 25, 2013 by dlevine

“It’s a little dreary, but we’re not going to let that dampen our spirits. The motto is: ‘Go the Miles and make some Smiles.’ Let’s do that today, and let’s have a great time.” So said WCBS-TV sports anchor Otis … Continue reading →

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Wayne’s webpage

Posted on March 22, 2013 by dlevine

WCBS Newsradio 880 anchor Wayne Cabot will once again have a personal webpage on the Miles for Matheny website to raise money for our fundraiser and community event, being held on Sunday, April 21, at Liberty Park in Peapack, NJ. … Continue reading →

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Adaptive equipment for schools

Posted on March 20, 2013 by dlevine

Matheny has dozens of highly skilled professionals with unparalleled depth and breadth of experience, who are available to work with special needs students at all levels of ability in public school districts. In a program we call “Matheny Solutions for … Continue reading →

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Running for Matheny

Posted on March 18, 2013 by dlevine

Twelve year-old Jack Levinston says he has been a runner “my whole life.” He also competes in lacrosse, soccer and wrestling. But it was his love for running that inspired him to look for a way he could run in … Continue reading →

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Who is cared for in our special hospital?

Posted on March 15, 2013 by dlevine

By Gary E. Eddey, MD Only a very small percentage of individuals with significant disabling conditions are candidates for admission to Matheny. The medical and treatment needs of our inpatients are extraordinary. More than 2,200 medical and treatment administrations occur … Continue reading →

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Cycling choices

Posted on March 13, 2013 by dlevine

The cycling routes at Miles for Matheny, our annual fundraiser and community event, have been designed by the Bedminster Flyers Cycling Club to offer every level of cyclist a rewarding challenge. The cycling courses range from a 10-mile family-friendly ride … Continue reading →

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Arts in March

Posted on March 11, 2013 by dlevine

Matheny’s Arts Access Program will be participating in two important arts events in March in New Jersey. Arts Access is joining several other organizations to be part of the ReelAbilities New Jersey Disabilities Film Festival, and Arts Access artists will have their … Continue reading →

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Matheny’s habilitation healthcare model

Posted on March 8, 2013 by dlevine

By Gary E. Eddey, M.D. For individuals with complex developmental disabilities, who are totally dependent on care with a lifetime ahead of them, an inpatient habilitation healthcare model may be the most appropriate healthcare approach. What distinguishes this individual from … Continue reading →

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