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 and whānau within their home and community to:

• Identify and work towards rehabilitation goals
• Develop compensatory 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 the client's needs and is delivered face-to-face and/or by Telehealth (via Zoom or Telephone). Rehabilitation may include Occupational Therapy,  Physiotherapy, Speech Language Therapy, Clinical Psychology and support from Therapy Assistants.

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

Rehabilitation plans and goals are reviewed and updated regularly. 

Which clients can be referred?

• Reside in the Te Toka Tumai area 
• Aged 15 years+  ​
• Have had a recent acute event and a significant change in level of function
• Client has rehabilitation goals and potential for progress
• Consented to and able to engage in an intensive therapy approach

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. 

Discharge from the community rehabilitation team

• Goals achieved 
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage their condition in the community 
• Needs are best met by another service
• The client is no longer demonstrating rehabilitation progress or no longer wants to participate in active rehabilitation