Medical and Special ServicesThe Black Hills Workshop in Rapid City, SD works to ensure a healthy life-style and the best possible health for each person we serve. Our nursing staff provide education on health issues; maintain health records; utilize other community health practitioners; ensure that routine examinations Personal health care is offered to people with more severe disabilities. Staff provide personal hygiene, dental care, feeding assistance, and other care. They also implement special diets and individualized exercise programs designed with the consultation of various therapists. As basic needs are met, people can make choices to maximize opportunities in other areas of their life. Occupational and physical therapy, neuropsychology, speech therapy, psychology, and psychiatry services are arranged within the community when needed. The Sensory Development area includes care of comfort; health and hygiene supports; teaching for independence; cognitive stimulation; development of relationships; and opportunities for acquiring more independent abilities. |
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Recent NewsCongratulations Richard Booth, Matthew Blauvelt, Benjamin Roth, and David Tanner who have been selected to receive Outstanding Achievement Awards at our annual Recognition Gala on Saturday, November 6 at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center. VITA Thursday, July 29-Saturday, July 31 at 7:30 and Saturday, July 31 at 2:00 Milo Winter Auditorium at Stevens High School General Admission, $10 all tickets Tickets at the Dahl or BHW VITA is a mixed-ability movement piece featuring modern dance and acting by performers with and without disabilities. Americans with Disabilities Act celebrates 20 years The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed July 26, 1990 but did not became effective until January 26, 1992. |
are received; and assist with medical emergencies. The nursing department also provides training to agency employees on a variety of preventative health issues.