Trillium Health Partners - Queensway Health Centre - Outpatient Neuro Rehab Services (Progression)

Application

Medical referral required

Eligibility / Target Population

Medically stable adults 18 years and older with a neurological condition * patients must be under the care of a family doctor, not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, have shown recent progress in recovery, have clear rehab goals, and be able to tolerate at least a 3-hour program (less if only one service is required) * patients must commit to attend regular sessions and complete recommended home activities/exercises

Fees

None

Languages

English

Language Notes

Interpretive services available

Area Served

Mississauga (M8W) and Toronto (M9A, M9B, M9C)

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility Note

Patients must arrange their own transportation

Description of Services:

Rehabilitation and coordinated health services for people diagnosed with nervous system traumas or neurological conditions, such as a recent stroke within the past 9 months, an acquired brain injury (e.g. aneurysm) within the past year, a neurological condition (e.g. multiple sclerosis, or degenerative conditions) * in-person or virtual therapy available * goal is to support patient's recovery, improve function, and help individuals regain independence

Services may include:

Occupational Therapy

arm and hand therapy
cognitive and perceptual assessment and re-training
retraining of daily living skills
address community reintegration issues

Physiotherapy

walking and balance retraining
leg and ankle therapy
re-training of facial muscles following Bell's Palsy or acoustic neuroma
assessment and recommendation for walkers/canes
physical conditioning and endurance building

Speech-Language Pathology

Assessment and treatment for:

speech difficulties
language difficulties (comprehension, recalling words, expressing an idea; reading, writing, smartphone and computer access)
cognitive communication (memory, reasoning, problem solving, organizing)
swallowing difficulties

To refer for instrumental evaluation of swallowing difficulties (VFSS), contact our Swallowing Clinic

Social Work

individual, family, marital counselling
assistance with financial needs
linkage to needed community resources
stress reduction