NCHC Aquatic Therapy Center

11/18/2025

Ready to move with less pain? Warm-water therapy can make movement easier, safer, and more comfortable, especially during the colder months. If you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, our warm-water pool is here to help. Ask your provider about Aquatic Therapy at North Central Health Care.

10/24/2025

Happy National Physical Therapy Month! This October, we’re celebrating the incredible work of our Physical Therapy Teams at NCHC! From helping patients regain strength and flexibility to easing joint pain and supporting mental wellness, our physical therapists make a big difference in recovery journeys every day.

If you see a PT this month, be sure to thank them for all they do!

This National PT Month, we’re celebrating our skilled therapy team! From warm water aquatic therapy to land-based rehab, they help patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence across

10/02/2025

Fall Into Fitness with Warm Water Aquatic Therapy! As the days get shorter and temperatures drop here in Wausau and Central Wisconsin, many adults and seniors notice their joints feeling stiff and energy levels dipping. Fall is the perfect time to prioritize your physical health and stay in motion, and warm water aquatic therapy makes it easy and safe!

Our Warm Water Aquatic Therapy Center helps improve strength, flexibility, balance, and mood for adults, seniors, and anyone recovering from injury. Keep moving, stay strong, and enjoy the season to the fullest!

👉 Read more & schedule your session online at https://www.norcen.org/.../aqua.../aquatic-physical-therapy/

Cooler weather can make joints stiff and energy low—but warm water aquatic therapy in Wausau helps boost strength, flexibility, and mood. Stay active this fall with North Central Health Care! 🍂💧

09/26/2025

The Aquatic Therapy Center will be CLOSED October 9th and 10th. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/16/2025

May 16, 2025 – Due to a widespread cellular phone outage, some employees at North Central Health Care may be unreachable by cell phone. This may impact clients and patients in programs who have regular contact with case managers, service facilitators, or others.

If you are unable to reach an employee at their provided phone number during this outage, please call North Central Health Care's Guest Services Desk at 715.848.4600 to reach the program's landline directly. We will direct your call appropriately.

If you are calling to reach a department for appointments and questions, all standard phone lines are currently up and operating normally.

Your patience is appreciated as cell phone service is restored.

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at North Central Health Care!

03/07/2025

At North Central Health Care, we know that our success is because of the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our employees and our partners in Marathon, Lincoln & Langlade Counties. Thank you for being the heart and soul of what we do.
We appreciate you more than words can express!

Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

11/20/2024

📢 Upcoming Therapy Pool Closures 📢

Please take note of the following pool closures as we celebrate the upcoming holidays and prepare for the new year.

Thank you for planning your visits accordingly. Happy Holidays!

03/21/2024

UPDATE: March 22, 2024 9:10 am
The NCHC phone and fax system outage that began on Thursday, March 21 is now ALL CLEAR. We have returned to normal business operations regarding the outage. We apologize for any disruption to services and thank you for your patience.

UPDATE: March 22, 2024 9:10 am
The NCHC phone and fax system outage that began on Thursday, March 21 is now ALL CLEAR. We have returned to normal business operations regarding the outage. We apologize for any disruption to services and thank you for your patience.

Marathon County, City of Wausau, and North Central Health Care are currently experiencing an intermittent phone outage affecting incoming calls to various County, City, and NCHC facilities. Technicians are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Incoming calls to 911 are not affected by this outage.

In Marathon County, to contact emergency services for law enforcement, fire, or EMS, please call 911. All 911 operations are fully functional and ready to respond.

If you are unable to reach North Central Health Care Crisis Center for emergency mental health and crisis services in Marathon, Lincoln, and Langlade Counties, you may contact the Crisis Center in one of the following ways:

• Visit NCHC Crisis Center in-person at 1150 Lake View Drive, Wausau, WI 54403
• Call 988
• Contact a local emergency room

If you are unable to reach non-emergency services or various departments of Marathon County, City of Wausau, or NCHC, please email: marathoncountycommunications@co.marathon.wi.us

All Marathon County, City of Wausau, and North Central Health Care facilities are open and available during regular business hours. The NCHC Crisis Center is open 24/7 for walk-in care and emergency mental health and crisis services.

Updates will be posted online on the Marathon County, City of Wausau, and NCHC websites and social media.

https://www.norcen.org/~/about-us/news/2024/march/intermittent-phone-system-outages-are-currently-/

03/21/2024

UPDATE: March 22, 2024 9:10 am
The NCHC phone and fax system outage that began on Thursday, March 21 is now ALL CLEAR. We have returned to normal business operations regarding the outage. We apologize for any disruption to services and thank you for your patience.
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NCHC is currently experiencing a service interruption in our phone system, preventing incoming calls from being completed. Technicians are working to resolve the issue as promptly as possible. As additional information becomes available, including when service is expected to be restored, we will be sure to share that with you. Please stay tuned for further updates. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

NCHC is currently experiencing a service interruption in our phone system, preventing incoming calls from being completed. Technicians are working to resolve the issue as promptly as possible. As additional information becomes available, including when service is expected to be restored, we will be sure to share that with you. Please stay tuned for further updates. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

03/14/2024

FREE Fall Risk & Prevention Event - Thursday, March 28th
NCHC Community Room - 2400 Marshall Street, Suite B
Stop in anytime between 10:00am -1:00pm

Join us for a FREE interactive community event centered around fall risk and prevention, led by our Aquatic Physical Therapy Team! Take control of your safety and well-being with a thorough balance assessment to evaluate potential fall risks.

Featured Topics Include:
✓Balance Assessments
✓Exercise Recommendations
✓Physical Therapy Referrals
✓Fall Recovery Techniques
✓Analyzing Home Fall Risks
✓DME Fits & Safe Uses

Explore diverse options for improving balance, from specialized exercises to community programs or referrals to personalized assessment and treatment through physical therapy. Discover essential fall recovery techniques and valuable insights into preventing falls at home. Delve into the significance of proper fitting and safe utilization of Durable Medical Equipment (DME). Don’t miss out on this invaluable opportunity to prioritize your safety and independence!

No Registration Required | Cookies + Coffee Provided!

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2323675967842509/