Mission & History
Since 1982, this family-owned healthcare organization has been providing rehabilitative care of the highest caliber to the Merrimac Valley and Metrowest communities, and everywhere in between in the state of Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire.
Our Mission
At Whittier, every patient is treated with respect and compassion. The mission of Whittier Health Network is to provide high quality, comprehensive, medical services to all of its patients in a warm, caring, “family” setting. Each patient’s course of recovery is unique.
The duration of rehabilitation is determined by the severity of the patient’s condition, their potential for improvement, and their response to treatment. The ultimate goal of our rehabilitation teams at Whittier is to maximize each patient’s functional independence and facilitate a safe discharge back to their home and community.
Our History: Founded by Family
Whittier Health Network was founded by Dr. Alfred L. Arcidi and his sons in 1982. Before founding Whittier, Dr. Arcidi had a vision of a healthcare delivery system that incorporated traditional family values in everyday practices. The guiding principle behind all care at Whittier is to treat patients as if they are family members.
At Whittier, we want to ensure that patients have the freedom to make the choices that are important to them and their families!
A Complete Continuum of Post-Acute Care
From medically complex recovery to outpatient therapy, our network provides the right level of care at every stage of healing.
Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH)
Extended hospital-level care for medically complex patients who need more time to recover.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)
Intensive therapy programs designed to restore independence after illness, injury, or surgery.
Transitional Care Unit (Subacute)
24/7 nursing care and rehabilitation focused on strength, mobility, and safe transition home.
Outpatient Therapy Services
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy to continue progress after discharge.