The Community Stroke Rehabilitation (CSR) provides client and whānau centred, goal focused rehabilitation, across the spectrum of physical function, activity and social participation for people recovering from stroke. The team incorporates the cultural and spiritual aspects of the client’s role into the rehabilitation programme. The service covers Counties Manukau Health catchment area excluding Franklin/Pukekohe/Ōtāhuhu. These areas are serviced by Community Health Services.
The team includes a Section Head, Social Worker, Physiotherapist, Speech Language Therapist, Dietitian, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Specialist Doctor, Nurse and Rehabilitation Assistants with administration support.
Rehabilitation takes place in the most appropriate location, which may include home, community gyms, swimming pools, shops, workplace and/or other areas where people would like to access.