Overview
Community neuro-rehabilitation
We support you after a stroke or other neurological conditions (diseases of the nervous system). We aim to:
- support your recovery
- help you use tools and strategies to manage any related difficulties
- help you to live well with your neurological condition
Our specialist stroke and neuro-rehabilitation team will see you in your home. We'll find out what:
- everyday activities you can do
- what you want to be able to do
We'll make a plan with you to reach your goals.
We also provide a review of your needs 6 months after your stroke.
Our teams include:
- occupational therapists
- speech and language therapists
- physiotherapists
- neuropsychologists
- nurses
- social workers
- support staff
Health information
Bridges self-management has information about the ‘Bridges’ self-management approach we use
Stroke Association has information about stroke
MS Society UK has information about multiple sclerosis (MS)
Headway has information about brain injury
Parkinson’s UK has information about Parkinson's disease
The MND Association has information about motor neurone disease
Southwark Carers provides support for carers in Southwark
Carers’ Hub Lambeth provides support for carers in Lambeth
Stroke4Carers provides information for carers of people who have stroke
Research and clinical trials
Research is vital to improving the care that you receive when you're unwell. You can help improve healthcare by taking part in research studies at our Trust. During your appointment, ask your healthcare professional about research. They'll be happy to tell you about research studies you could be eligible to join.
