The Stroke Rehabilitation program is part of the Integrated Stroke Program at the Hamilton General Hospital. We provide high intensity rehabilitation to patients with stroke. Our average length of stay is 22-26 days and varies based on severity of the stroke and the individual’s achievable goals.
Services
- High intensity rehabilitation for individuals recovering from a stroke.
- Personalized therapy plans including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
- Monitoring and managing secondary health complications.
- Education and training for patients and caregivers on stroke recovery.
Patient Information
What to Bring: Pack 2 outfits of loose clothing (track pants, t-shirts, sweaters), running shoes (Velcro preferred) and socks, toiletries, special devices (labelled), and avoid bringing valuables.
Visitors: Family and friends are welcome. Visitors may need to step out during care & therapy.
Devices: You may use your cellular phone. Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
Outpatient Visits: Appointments with your doctor may occur before or after your hospital stay. Information will be provided during your hospital stay or at the time of discharge.
Patients on the Unit: B2 North is part of the Stroke Rehabilitation Program. You are transferred from 7 South or another hospital for specialized rehabilitation stroke care.
Meals: Breakfast in your room; other meals in the dining room.
Laundry: Patients/ families are responsible for their own Laundry.
TV and Telephones: Rental service available for bedside TV and phone. Ask a team member for details.
Equipment or Devices: Equipment to support your rehab needs such as wheelchairs and walkers may be loaned to you. These must remain on the unit upon discharge. The healthcare team will advise on how to rent, or purchase needed equipment for home use.
Team members
- Physiatrist
- Doctors in training (also called Residents and Clinical Fellows): training to be Physiatrists and who specialize in taking care of rehabilitation patients
- Hospitalist
- Nurses
- Speech and Language Pathologists
- Communicative Disorders Assistant
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapist/ Physiotherapist Assistants
- Social Workers
- Neuropsychologist
- Psychometrist
- Dietitian
- Pharmacists
- Unit Clerks
- Clinical Manager
Eligibility & Referrals
- Patients who have had a stroke, or stroke like disease;
- Patients who are consenting for rehab and willing to participate;
- Patients who are able to learn and carry over knowledge;
- Patients who are able to tolerate 90 + mins of therapy per day;
- Medically stable; and
- Patients who have realistic and achievable functional goals.
Stroke Rehabilitation Referral Form
Questions about the referral process or to discuss the program can be directed to the Stroke Navigator at 905-521 2100 ext 46488.
Completed referrals can be faxed to 905-521-2359.
