"This joint venture specialty hospital will be Kindred's first hospital that provides both behavioral health and inpatient rehabilitation services. This combination of services is designed to meet the needs of the Antelope Valley community and is an example of how Kindred sets itself apart by developing innovative and flexible solutions that meet the unique care needs of health systems we partner with across the country." — Jason Zachariah, Kindred's Chief Operating Officer and President of Kindred Rehabilitation Services "With scarce behavioral health resources in the Antelope Valley, and the highest percentage of adults diagnosed with depression in LA County, we didn't hesitate at the opportunity to partner with Kindred Healthcare to bring additional mental health resources to the Antelope Valley. This unique facility will also allow AVH to expand its rehabilitation services to ensure patient safety and enhance patients' functional level prior to discharge from the hospital."