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For more than 50 years, PruittHealth has ensured the peace of mind of its patients, residents, clients, and their families through its commitment to quality health care.
While our experts are available to answer your questions, we’ve also addressed many common topics to help you learn more about treatments and financial information.
PruittHealth - Parkwood
PruittHealth - Parkwood is an Intermediate Care Facility that serves Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) across the state of Georgia. Our specially trained staff supports clients with daily needs, provides engaging activities and opportunities to build essential skills, and empowers each person to achieve greater independence.
We partner closely with families and guardians to create personalized plans of care that support growth, well-being, and quality of life while fostering a true sense of community and belonging.
Specialty Services Offered
Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) provide comprehensive, individualized care and support designed to help individuals build skills, strengthen independence, and enhance their quality of life.
At PruittHealth - Parkwood, we bring that support to life through engaging daily activities, targeted skill development, and compassionate caregivers who encourage each client to grow and thrive. We also keep parents and guardians actively involved, from helping shape individualized plans of care to staying connected through phone calls, letters, facility visits, and therapeutic home visits.
We encourage clients to participate in community and recreational activities, and our programming is designed to include a wide range of stimulation for each client. Our interdisciplinary care team develops an individualized programming plan that accounts for clients' strengths, interests, and limitations, with the help of the parents, guardians, or representatives.
Services at PruittHealth - Parkwood
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Licensed nurses provide around-the-clock medical care, health monitoring, and emergency support to ensure safety and well-being.
We help clients build independence with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene, and household tasks.
Specialized support is designed to address challenging behaviors and promote positive behavioral outcomes. Services may include behavior assessments, development of support plans, staff training, and implementation of strategies that enhance safety and communication.
We support verbal, nonverbal, and assistive communication skills to improve self-expression and understanding.
Registered dietitians develop individualized meal plans, provide nutrition education, and address specialized dietary needs.
We ensure medications are administered safely while collaborating with prescribing physicians. Services may include prescription coordination, documentation, and training for self-administration of medication.
Our expert sensorimotor team provides therapeutic exercises and activities, motor skills training, and dietary and feeding support. These services enhance functional abilities, promote independence, and improve overall quality of life.
Clients participate in recreational and educational activities in the community that promote social and life skills, such as shopping, dining, or attending the movies.
We offer training programs that help individuals develop the work-related skills, habits, and behaviors necessary for future independence, which can include task completion, following directions, time management, workplace communication, and responsibility.
Our programs provide individualized training that focuses on developing new skills and enhancing existing abilities in areas such as social interaction, community living, problem-solving, and independence.
School-age clients continue to attend Valdosta City Schools, supporting their ongoing education and socialization with classmates.
At PruittHealth - Parkwood, our activities are designed to promote independence, community participation, and quality of life. Activities meet a wide range of needs and stimulation, encouraging clients' physical fitness, social interaction, leisure skills, and overall emotional well-being.
Activities include:
Amenities at PruittHealth - Parkwood
Thoughtful amenities and experienced, compassionate professionals support a community focused on our clients' quality of life.
Clients can socialize, relax, and enjoy the outdoors in our gated courtyard. Swings, a basketball hoop, and other playground equipment are available for fun in the sun, or clients can take in the fresh air in the covered gazebo.
With comfortable individual seating and a large-scale screen, clients can enjoy a night at the movies in a safe and familiar environment.
To provide a comfortable and positive experience, we offer access to salon and barber professionals at our on-campus salon. Receiving services in a familiar environment can help reduce anxiety and supports the unique sensory, communication, and behavioral needs of our clients.
We focus on maintaining a safe, sanitary, and home-like environment for clients, from washing and folding laundry to changing linens and handling routine housekeeping tasks like floor and bathroom cleaning.
We provide reliable non-emergency transportation services to support clients' health and community participation needs. Transportation is available for medical and dental appointments, therapeutic services, recreational activities, and community outings.
Clients have access to customized nutritional care, featuring therapeutic menus designed for specific needs and managed by Registered Dietitians (RDs).
Our social workers provide comprehensive support for clients and families, including care coordination and connections with relevant community resources. They continuously communicate with guardians and family members regarding client status and plan of care.
Experienced professionals offer specialized support to address challenging behaviors and promote positive behavioral outcomes.
To meet the DSM-5 criteria for an Intellectual Disability diagnosis, all three of the following conditions must be present:
At PruittHealth - Parkwood, we recognize that every individual has unique strengths, abilities, and support needs. Our interdisciplinary team focuses on providing person-centered services that promote independence, dignity, and the highest possible quality of life.
Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) may have diagnoses such as:
Our admissions team and interdisciplinary staff review each referral individually to ensure prospective clients can be safely supported within our residential environment while maintaining the health, safety, and quality of life of all clients who call Parkwood home.
PruittHealth - Parkwood does not provide on-site psychiatric services, psychiatric crisis stabilization, or BCBA therapy. Individuals who require these specialized services may be better served in programs that offer intensive behavioral health or psychiatric treatment.
At this time, our community may not be the appropriate placement for individuals who:
At PruittHealth - Parkwood, our goal is to make the admissions process as seamless and supportive as possible for clients and their families. Each client receives a thorough evaluation and personalized transition plan, helping them begin their journey at our community with confidence and support.
Whether you want to discuss eligiblity for you or a loved one or have further questions about our community, we're here to support you.
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I can’t thank PruittHealth – Parkwood enough for the exceptional care provided to my granddaughter. From the moment she was admitted, the staff went above and beyond to make her feel comfortable, supported, and at home. Knowing she is happy and receiving such compassionate care gives our family tremendous peace of mind. We’re incredibly grateful for the dedication and kindness shown by the entire team. - Revonica L.
PruittHealth – Parkwood has cared for my daughter for many years, and we have always appreciated the compassion and professionalism of the staff. They keep families informed, welcome involvement, and develop annual personalized care plans that support my daughter’s needs. We’re grateful for the quality care and attention she receives. - Dawn F.
For 44 years, PruittHealth – Parkwood was home to my uncle. The staff cared for him with genuine compassion and became like extended family. We are deeply grateful for the kindness, support, and love they showed him throughout his life. - Zinda M.