Supporting the nutrition and dietary needs of patients recovering from an array of injuries, illnesses, and conditions.
Maintaining health, fueling recovery
At Sheltering Arms Institute, nutrition and dietary counseling is available to patients recently discharged from inpatient rehabilitation as well as patients currently receiving outpatient rehabilitation services.
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I am a picky eater. My dietitian at Sheltering Arms Institute was so patient and offered things that would appeal to me. The staff was kind and thoughtful during my stay.
Achieving optimal rehabilitation
To support comprehensive recoveries, Sheltering Arms Institute’s registered dietitians provide individually designed nutrition and dietary counseling, assessments, and recommendations.
While in or newly out of rehab, a healthy diet can strengthen immune health and, ultimately, overall recovery.
Achieving and maintaining an optimal body weight can support rehabilitation and recovery.
A healthy diet can promote disease prevention that contributes to overall recovery.
Proper diet and nutrition can positively impact heart health and lead to optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
A healthy diet can improve gut health, impacting mood, energy levels, sleep habits, brain and heart health, and more.
No matter the illness, condition, or injury, a healthy diet can dramatically improve mood, sense of self, and willingness to keep working.
My passion for helping people understand the importance of proper nutrition is what fuels me. Every patient has their own journey, and I love helping each one while they are under our care and after graduation.
Understanding nutrition and dietary counseling
Nutrition and dietary counseling involves receiving personalized, one-on-one dietary guidance and advice from a registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).
Any patient actively receiving care at Sheltering Arms Institute—either on an inpatient or outpatient basis—can receive nutrition and dietary counseling.
Nutrition and dietary counseling is offered in person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s main campus and is also available virtually by phone or telehealth appointment.
Yes, the nutrition and dietary counseling program at Sheltering Arms Institute can support patients who require tube feeding.
Yes, registered dietitians (RDs) and registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are always available by phone to assist with any questions post discharge.
Start your Journey
Contact a specialist at Sheltering Arms Institute to learn more about how you can gain more freedom in your everyday life.
