Rehabilitation

Rehab Service

Our passion is about helping people reach their goals. The focus is on people participating in their own treatment and rehabilitation.

The Rehab Service in the Wairarapa has changed its focus from treating mainly inpatients, to moving out and supporting people where the need is—in their own environment, or in a day-rehab environment.

This change in philosophy and practice has been done in partnership with residential care facilities, disability service providers, and community support groups. The drive to provide services locally means new relationships are being forged with neighbouring DHBs to create opportunities for shared clinics, and specialist oversight and training.

The Wairarapa Hospital Rehabilitation Unit has 10 beds for people with highly complex rehab needs, accommodating those needing programmes of up to 6 weeks duration. The unit also includes a room designed for people with psycho-geriatric needs, and a 'transition flat' simulating a home environment.

Allied health disciplines are an integral part of our multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation.