Whether you’re recovering from an unexpected illness/injury or from a planned surgery, here’s what you’ll need to know about your stay at CMH.
CMH’s 25-bed inpatient floor is a comfortable, quiet place to recover. All patient rooms are private with an adjoining, accessible private bathroom. The inpatient floor also has a spacious family meeting/waiting room.
Depending on your personal needs, your care team may include: a hospitalist (doctor), nursing staff, a social worker, respiratory therapist, pharmacist, and specialized rehabilitation providers such as an occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech therapist, or wound care provider.
This multi-disciplinary team meets daily to discuss your progress and care plan to ensure you have the resources you need to recover.
CMH’s Nutrition Services department provides three meals a day, including a variety of build-your-own and daily special options. Our registered dietitians will ensure that any special dietary needs are taken care of.
Support from your loved ones is an important part of your recovery. Patients are welcome to have visitors. Recommended visiting hours are 8 AM-4 PM.
We know you love your furry companion(s), but no pet visitors are allowed in the hospital for safety reasons.
During your hospitalization, your doctor may recommend occupational therapy (OT) to help you improve your ability to perform everyday tasks and daily mobility. An illness or injury can make it challenging to do things you once did, like getting dressed or cooking. Your doctor may also suggest physical therapy to enhance your mobility. Our experienced physical therapists (PTs) will guide you through exercises designed to decrease pain and increase strength, flexibility, and balance. We work with patients of all ages and can help you learn how to use mobility equipment such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
After you are discharged from the hospital, your doctor may recommend continuing to see an occupational therapist or physical therapist on an outpatient basis.
A hospital stay can be a stressful or overwhelming experience—especially if it’s a lengthy stay. CMH’s Volunteer Services Organization provides patients with activities to provide leisure and a sense of community. Volunteers are available to play card games, read, or simply chat with patients.
Please leave valuables including wallets, money, jewelry etc. at home. You are encouraged to bring any personal care or comfort items that will help you recover. If you are currently taking any medications, please bring them with you.
Before you are discharged, your care team will plan for any additional services you may need to recover at home or at a long-term care facility. They may refer you to additional outpatient or at-home rehabilitation. They will discuss your post-discharge care with you and provide an opportunity for you to ask any questions.
CMH offers patients and their families a discounted nightly rate at two local hotels. Both hotels are located approximately 5 minutes from CMH by car.
AmericInn Cloquet: 111 Big Lake Road, Cloquet, MN 55720
Weeknight and weekend rates are available. Please call 218-879-1231 to inquire about CMH’s rate and book a room.
Super 8 Cloquet: 121 Big Lake Road, Cloquet, MN 55720
Weeknight and weekend rates are available. Please call 218-879-1250 to inquire about CMH’s rate and book a room.
Talk to your healthcare provider about Advance Care Planning. They will provide support and guidance through the process.
Once your Health Care Directive has been legally signed, make sure you keep the original copy in a safe place and provide photocopies to your doctor’s office (to store in your medical history) and your health care agent. Keep a copy when you are traveling and inform your loved ones that you have a directive in place.
Community Memorial Hospital
512 Skyline Boulevard
Cloquet, MN 55720
Inpatient unit is located on 1st Floor.
