Short-term rehab · Duncan, Oklahoma

The trail home starts in our therapy gym.

Physical, occupational and speech therapy six days a week, nurses on every shift and private rehab suites, for Stephens County families recovering from surgery, stroke or a hard hospital stay.

  • 17 daystypical rehab stay
  • 6days of therapy a week
  • 38private rehab suites
A grandfather holding his granddaughter's hand as she walks along a harbor wall on a sunny day

Our approach

We train for your house, not ours.

On your first day, your therapist asks the questions that matter: how many steps up to the front door, how high is your bed, do you still drive to church on Sunday. Then therapy is built around getting you back to exactly that.

Our gym has practice stairs, a full kitchen, a tub and a real car door. When you leave, you've already done the hard parts of going home, several times, with someone beside you.

— Curtis Wainwright, LNHA, Administrator

A grandfather helping his granddaughter keep her balance on the waterfront

Why families choose us

Three things we're proud of

A therapist helping a guest lift his arm
01

Physical therapy

Walking, stairs, balance and strength after surgery, a fall or illness.

Medicare Part A
A guest resting in his chair after a session
02

Joint replacement recovery

Hip and knee protocols that follow your surgeon's orders.

Medicare Part A
A guest and his therapist cooking in the practice kitchen
03

Discharge planning from day one

Home health, equipment and follow-up appointments arranged before you pack.

Included

Sample family reviews

From former guests and families

I had both knees done, one after the other. Jordan had me on the practice stairs by day four and I walked out on my own on day eighteen.
Carol B.Rehab guest, 2025
Daddy wanted to get back in his pickup. They practiced on that donated truck door every day until he could do it himself.
Shawn T.Son of a rehab guest, Marlow
After my stroke I couldn't swallow water. Nathan worked with me every day, and by discharge I was eating my wife's chicken and dumplings.
Harold G.Stroke rehab guest
Gloria called me every evening. I work in Lawton and couldn't visit every day, so those calls meant everything.
Monique R.Daughter of a rehab guest
The private room was quiet and I actually slept. That made the therapy so much easier.
Janet L.Rehab guest after hip surgery
Debbie had the walker, shower bench and home health nurse all set before Mom came home. Nothing was left to chance.
Kevin W.Son of a rehab guest, Comanche
I toured before surgery, met the therapists and knew exactly what I was in for. No surprises.
Bill M.Rehab guest, Velma

For families

For families

You're part of the team. Here's how we keep you involved.

  1. 01

    Care conference in week one

    Meet the team and hear the plan and the goal date.

  2. 02

    Watch therapy

    Families are welcome in the gym any time.

  3. 03

    Evening calls

    A nurse calls with updates whenever anything changes.

  4. 04

    Training before discharge

    We teach you how to help at home before the trip.

Insurance & payment

Paying for rehab

Most short-term rehab is covered. Our admissions team verifies your benefits before you arrive.

Medicare Part A

Covers skilled rehab after a qualifying inpatient stay of at least three midnights. Days 1–20 are covered in full; a daily coinsurance applies from day 21.

Medicare Advantage

Most plans cover rehab with prior authorization, which we request for you.

SoonerCare

Can help with costs for those who qualify. Ask our business office.

Private insurance

Many employer plans include skilled rehab. We'll check yours.

Private pay

A clear daily rate in writing, for guests without coverage.

Ask our business office

  • 17 daystypical rehab stay
  • 6days of therapy a week
  • 38private rehab suites
  • 1994serving Stephens County

Where you'll recover

Private suites for real rest

Every rehab guest has a private room with a private bath. Good sleep makes for good therapy.

Elegant minimalist bedroom with white bedding, plants, and natural light
01

Private rehab suite

A private room with walk-in shower, recliner, flat-screen TV and a window on the courtyard.

  • Private bath
  • Walk-in shower
  • Courtyard view
280 sq ft
A beautifully designed bedroom featuring modern decor with natural light and an outdoor view.
02

Corner suite

A larger suite with a small sitting area so family can stay for supper.

  • Sitting area
  • Two windows
  • Guest chair
350 sq ft
Stylish bathroom design featuring a vanity, mirror, modern toilet, and patterned wallpaper.
03

Accessible bath

Every suite's bathroom has grab bars, a fold-down seat and room for a walker.

  • Grab bars
  • Fold-down seat
  • Walker-wide
A minimalist medical examination room featuring a desk, chairs, and an examination bed in a sterile, neutral setting.
04

Private treatment room

A quiet room off the gym for hands-on therapy, stretching and wound checks, away from the bustle.

  • Treatment table
  • Natural light
  • Private

Our team

Your rehab team

Curtis Wainwright, LNHA, Administrator

Curtis Wainwright, LNHA

Administrator

Dr. Ellen Prater, Medical Director

Dr. Ellen Prater

Medical Director

Jordan Tillman, DPT, Therapy Director

Jordan Tillman, DPT

Therapy Director

Gloria Reyes, RN, Director of Nursing

Gloria Reyes, RN

Director of Nursing

Meet the team

Ratings & recognition · sample

  • Readers’ Choice · Best Senior Care
  • Community Choice Awards · Winner
  • Regional Business Journal · Top Workplaces
  • County Chamber · Small Business of the Year
  • Family Caregiver Alliance · Partner
  • Local Hospital System · Preferred Partner

Activities & dining

A week at Chisholm Trail

Therapy fills the mornings; afternoons and evenings are for rest, visitors and a little fun.

  1. Mon

    • Morning stretch class in the gym
    • Family education night: safe transfers at home
  2. Tue

    • Courtyard walking club, laps posted on the board
  3. Wed

    • Dominoes and pie in the dining room
  4. Thu

    • Bell-ringing for this week's graduates going home
  5. Fri

    • Chair yoga with Tasha
  6. Sat

    • Movie matinee and popcorn
  7. Sun

    • Chapel service and Sunday dinner with families

Thursday's menu

  • BreakfastScrambled eggs, turkey sausage, biscuits and fruit
  • LunchChicken-fried steak, mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll
  • SupperVegetable beef soup, cornbread and peach cobbler
  • Always availableGrilled chicken, salads, sandwiches and diabetic-friendly desserts

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On West Elk Avenue

Tours and visiting

  • Tours, Mon – Sat9a – 6p
  • Admissions7 days a week
  • Families visitAny time

Hospital case managers can reach admissions every day, including weekends and holidays.

Let's get you home.

Call admissions, text with a question or book a tour. We'll have a room and a plan ready.