East Mesa Healthcare Center

If it is possible to give this Rehab a 0 star I would. My family member was admitted to Montecito after having a stroke. Based on the several dire conditions he was forced to endured. After 3 days of stay we noticed he was going into a deep depression from this horrible environment. We quickly decided to remove him from this facility. He needed assistance cutting his food yet his tray was just sat on his table. Sadly, when we arrived he had not eaten.The extent of his therapy was sitting him on the side of the bed and had him stand.Another visit, we walk into his room only to find 2 mattresses placed on the floor by his bed. Later to find out the he had fallen and we were NOTe even notified.Our best decision was removing him from a this facility which violated the Hippocratic Oath and placing him in Banner Rehabilitation Hospital in Mesa which was our Saving Grace

This place is disgusting. It s filthy and they let the patients sit and lay in their own waste for hours on end and when confronted say that it is allowed, Do not send your family members or loved ones here.

On January 22, 2024, I was admitted to the hospital after slowly developing paralysis from the neck down. It all started when I was walking home and began to feel strange; moving my legs and lifting my arms became increasingly difficult. Thankfully, I was able to call 911, and I remember the EMTs mentioning that they thought I was having a stroke. Although I remained alert and could communicate, I was unable to move any part of my body.Upon arriving at the emergency room, the doctors discovered that one of my cholesterol medications had a rare side effect that caused the extreme weakness I was experiencing. They administered an IV medication that successfully reversed the paralysis after two days. I stayed at the hospital for about a week and a half before being admitted to Montecito on February 5, 2024. During my time in therapy there, I made significant strides in regaining my strength and function, and I was only expected to stay for about two weeks.However, one Saturday morning, I woke up to find that I had lost the strength and function of my legs once again. To my dismay, I also discovered that I had lost the ability to swallow. This resulted in a choking incident that required my nurse, Rashida, to perform the Heimlich maneuver to save my life. I was subsequently sent to Banner Baywood for further testing, where I was diagnosed with polymyositis, a rare muscle disease that causes chronic muscle weakness. The doctors gave me a poor prognosis for a full recovery, stating that I might never walk again.After being sent back to Montecito to restart therapy, I faced the harsh reality of how challenging even the simplest tasks had become, such as blowing my nose, coughing, and feeding myself. Determined to get better, I was fortunate to have an incredible therapy team that supported me over the past year. I am incredibly grateful for the kindness and support I received from Ann (PTA) and Karen (COTA). Their patience, warmth, and genuine encouragement made a world of difference in my recovery journey, constantly lifting my spirits and keeping me motivated during challenging moments.At my lowest point, I struggled with feeding myself, dressing, getting out of bed, standing, or walking. However, I am proud to say that I am now independent and walking with a walker. I have also regained the ability to take care of myself completely. Additionally, I worked with Amanda, Kirsten, and Annika (SLPs), who helped improve my swallowing function and memory. Their compassion and support throughout this journey have made a significant difference in my life. I am no longer choking on food, and I continue to make progress in addressing the memory deficits associated with my polymyositis.Overall, my experience at Montecito has been exceptional, and I would highly recommend this therapy facility and its dedicated team to anyone in need of rehabilitation.IMG_4853.jpg