We provide multidisciplinary rehabilitation for adults following an acute medical event resulting in a significant change in their level of function and ability to participate in their pre-existing roles.

Some examples include:

• Recent Stroke
• Recent Amputation
• Rehabilitation post neurosurgery
• Significant deconditioning following a prolonged hospital stay
• New diagnosis of neurological condition.

We work in partnership with the client within their home and community to:

• Identify and work towards rehabilitation goals
• Develop support strategies for the client and their caregivers
• Develop links with community support networks and groups to improve social participation e.g. Stroke Foundation 

Rehabilitation is offered in the home, community setting and/or our clinics.

We aim to optimise independence, participation and function in peoples daily lives and support self-management.  Programmes generally last between 2-12 weeks.

Within this service we also deliver an Early Supported Discharge (ESD) model that is able to deliver a similar intensity to inpatient rehabilitation but in a community setting.

What to expect

Initially an assessment is completed to identify goals and aims of rehabilitation.

Following this, rehabilitation is planned according to client needs and is delivered face-to-face and/or by Telehealth (via Zoom or Telephone). Rehabilitation may include Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Therapy, Therapy Assistants, Physiotherapy and Clinical Psychology.

Between sessions, there will be self-directed therapy tasks to get the best outcomes from rehabilitation.

Plans and goals are reviewed regularly during the rehabilitation period.

If long-term needs and supports are identified, the appropriate referrals are made prior to discharge. A discharge letter is sent to the client and GP.