Natick, MA (June 6, 2022) – Non-profit Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center of Natick is pleased to announce that its LSVT BIG Therapy® trained and licensed clinicians now offer the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment® physical therapy program. The LSVT therapy program is research based and designed to help individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other similar conditions improve skills such as walking and balance. It can also help with daily living activities such as writing, dressing, standing, and job-related tasks. The program includes general conditioning exercises, functional training, and gait and balance therapy, and can be customized to meet individual needs and goals.

With over 20 years of research, LSVT BIG treatment has shown documented improvements in faster walking and bigger steps, improved balance, and increased body rotation. Initially developed for Parkinson’s disease patients, LSVT BIG has expanded to treat body movement challenges faced by individuals with a wide range of neurological conditions.

“We are pleased to support local area residents with this innovative therapy on both an outpatient and inpatient basis,” says Marybeth Cellucci, Director of Rehabilitation Services. “Our experienced, licensed staff specializes in providing a range of therapy services specifically designed to support the health needs of aging adults. The call for Parkinson’s disease therapy has significantly increased in recent years, and our staff is now fully trained and certified to meet this need through individualized LSVT BIG therapy treatment plans.” 

Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center has consistently earned a 5-Star Overall Rating from the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and is accredited by The Joint Commission. The Center’s highly qualified, certified rehab clinicians and therapists provide a wide range of therapies designed to help seniors return to the highest levels of independence and health possible, whether recovering from: 

• Surgery

• Joint Replacement

• Neurological & Movement Disorders (including Parkinson’s, head injury, or stroke)

• Injury

• Illness

• Chronic conditions (such as back pain and arthritis)

• And other health challenges

Individuals interested in learning more about LSVT BIG therapy and other services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, may contact Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center at 508-433-4438. 

About Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corp.

Non-profit Mary Ann Morse Healthcare offers a continuum of senior living and healthcare services, and has been a trusted community senior life resource for residents within the MetroWest region for over 25 years. Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center provides outpatient and short-term inpatient rehabilitation, as well as long-term care, including memory, respite, and hospice care. Mary Ann Morse at Heritage offers assisted living, memory care, mental health, and social day programs for today’s seniors. Mary Ann Morse Home Care provides 24/7 Medicare certified skilled nursing and personal in-home care. As a non-profit organization, we are deeply committed to our mission of helping seniors to live their best lives and to embrace healthy aging, no matter where they are on life’s journey.