Ground-breaking ABI rehabilitation
Calvert Reconnections is a unique residential neuro-rehabilitation centre for people with post-acute ABI.
Working with leading clinicians and academics, we deliver cognitive and physical rehabilitation alongside daily living and vocational skills within the local community.
Our programme
Our participants, their families if appropriate, and our clinical therapy team work together to establish goals which address a range of areas including physical rehabilitation, mental wellbeing, and cognitive communication; all with the aim of maximising function.
Each goal is led by the participant to ensure maximum engagement and progress.
The process of goal setting is facilitated by our clinical team of Neuro Occupational Therapists, Neuro Physiotherapists, Neuro Speech and Language Therapists and Neuro Psychologists.
The process then feeds into the development of a personalised rehabilitation plan using a combination of functional and outdoor activities, uniquely integrated with clinical therapy.
Outcome Measures
Our clinicians use evidence-based clinical outcome measures to assess and monitor the participant’s progress.
Typically, the following outcome measures are used to show changes made by a participant between admission and discharge:
– Mayo-Portland Adaptability Scale-4
– FIM + FAM.
– Independent Recovery Outcome Counter (I-ROC)
During the in-depth assessment period clinicians will also decide on other profession-specific, evidence-based Outcome Measures, according to the participant’s needs.
Clinicians will also use their own objective and standardised professional assessments to inform decision making and any other assessments relevant to the participant’s needs.
Participant profile
Our service is for:
- Individuals with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Desire to engage in a specialist residential rehabilitation programme
- Medically stable
- 17 years +
- Funding for a residential placement has been considered
- Onward plans in place prior to the commencement of the rehabilitation programme
Spectacular, life-changing outcomes
Our first clinical outcomes report was released in May 2022.
Findings were as follows:
- 100% of participants improved their ability to carry out everyday activities.
- 100% of participants needed less support when they were discharged and 60% have progressed onto independent living.
- 100% of participants reported an improved hope for the future and an improved sense of purpose and direction in their life.
- 90% of participants achieved their goals.
- 80% of participants felt more empowered through greater participation and control over decisions that affect their lives.
Read our clinical outcomes report click here
Participant feedback
“Calvert Reconnections has turned my life around.”
“I feel fitter both mentally and physically. It’s helping me to live a better life.”
“Reconnections has given me the opportunity to achieve my independence.”
“The team at Reconnections is like a whole new family. In the darkest deepest times, you see all the shining stars.”
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Calvert Reconnections is part of The Lake District Calvert Trust.
Registered Charity No. 270923
Company Registration No: 1240160
