Directions to the Pool:
From Guide Meridian travel East on Badger Road (Hwy 546). Turn right onto Depot Road.
Homestead Farms Golf Resort will be on your left. Enter through the HFIT or Fitness Center entrance which is down the stairs to the right of the main entrance.
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POOL FAQ
When you arrive, please check-in at the Homestead Fitness Center front desk and sign-in on the Rebound PT clipboard. From there you will be directed to the locker room and the pool. Please be on the pool deck or in the pool and ready to begin 5 minutes before your appointment time.
What do I need to bring?
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A swimsuit that will tolerate exercise and keep you decent or non-white hemmed shorts and a t-shirt.
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A towel.
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A personal combination lock if you want to use their lockers to secure your belongings. Otherwise, you can use the overhead shelf, an unlocked locker, or the pool deck to store your things.
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Toiletries for showering. Please do not wear perfume or lotions.
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Aqua socks or shoes are optional but recommended.
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Hair clip or scrunchy to hold long hair up out of the water.
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If you need assistance with dressing or showering please bring someone who can assist you.
Where will I change?
Homestead Fitness Center has both men’s and women’s locker rooms as well as one family changing room. There are showers available but you may also come dressed in your swimsuit and ready to go. Please shower before entering the pool. If you come already dressed to swim, please shower immediately before coming or after arriving and before entering the pool.
How will I get into the pool?
Homestead Fitness Center provides a safe and comfortable atmosphere. There is an easy descent into the pool with 5 gradual steps and handrails. A hydraulic chair lift is also available if needed to enter or exit the pool.
Is there a charge for using the pool?
When you come for Physical Therapy there is no charge for using Homestead Fitness Center pool, even if you don’t have a membership with them. If you come to the pool independently Homestead does have a single-use fee.
How warm is the pool?
The pool is kept at 85*F which is 3 degrees warmer than lap swim pools. Our pool is 70 feet long, beginning at 3 feet deep and gradually increasing to 5 feet deep. It is an indoor/outdoor pool. We only use the outdoor portion depending on the weather and patient preference. There are also two hot tubs that are kept at 100-102*F.
What will my appointment be like?
When you arrive, please check-in at the Homestead Fitness Center front desk and sign-in on the Rebound PT clipboard. From there you will be directed to the locker room and the pool. Please be on the pool deck or in the pool and ready to begin 5 minutes before your appointment time.
In general, the first treatment will be limited to 30 minutes to avoid muscle soreness and fatigue afterward. We will then progress to 45-55 minutes in the water depending on your response to the treatments. Your individualized session will consist of a mix of shallow water exercises and activities with and without equipment. If you are comfortable, we may include some deep water exercises also. Each appointment is focused on helping you meet your goals of less pain and improved function.
How do I schedule more aquatic PT appointments?
Please call the Lynden Rebound PT office at 360-354-5245 to schedule more appointments or check your current schedule.
Who will be doing my treatments?
After a complete Initial Evaluation by the Physical Therapist, all aquatic PT sessions are conducted by Louise Nelson PTA. Louise earned her degree from Whatcom Community College and has trained in aquatic Physical Therapy with the Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute (ATRI) since 2014. She provides individual, research-based therapy with a focus on pain-free functional movement and helping each patient achieve their desired level of activity.
