What is a post-acute rehabilitation program?

P.A.R.P. is an inpatient unit that specializes in interdisciplinary rehabilitation of people aged 18 and over. Patients are admitted to the program following an illness or acute episode such as:

• stroke
• orthopaedic surgeries (hip and knee replacements, amputations)
• arthritis
• a condition where the patient could benefit from a structured period of rehabilitation

P.A.R.P. was established and designed to assist patients/their families to function as independently as possible within society.  In a supportive environment, a team of health professionals will guide you/your loved one toward restoration of health to the optimum level.

How P.A.R.P. Works

Referrals
Referrals for the program must come from physicians.  Prospective patients, or those acting on their behalf, should contact the patient’s family physician for a referral to the program. 

Assessment
Each patient is assessed on an individual basis.  An initial assessment will be done to determine if the individual is suitable for P.A.R.P.  The decision is based on an Admissions Criteria in conjunction with rehabilitation professional.

Setting Goals
A team of professionals will work together to design a rehabilitation plan for each patient.  The expectation is that the patient, family and team work together to meet the goals set out in this plan.  A patient’s success is dependent on his/her willingness to cooperate with team goals and expectations.  To achieve functional independence, it is important that the patient as well as the family cooperate with the goals and expectations that have been agreed upon.

Length of Stay
The Post Acute Rehabilitation Program is a short-term program.  Following treatment, most patients are discharged to their homes.  The program is not designed to provide long term care to patients.  If a patient cannot live independently, he or she is discharged to an appropriate residential care facility. 

Discharge
Discharge plans are collectively established by the patient/family and team members.  An assessment of the home will be done if necessary and appropriate equipment ordered for the individual.  Once the Therapy Team determines that daily therapy is no longer required, a patient may be returned to another environment to wait for suitable placement. 

We will assist patients and their families with discharge planning and continuity of care and support in the community.

Follow-Up Care
Follow up or ongoing outpatient therapy will be arranged if required. 

Patient and Family Voices
You, your family and the staff of P.A.R.P. work closely together throughout your stay.  You and your family are encouraged to participate in planning and establishing discharge goals.  Family conferences may be a part of this process.  We encourage questions and participation.