This information was last checked on 8-Sep-2023.

What is this service?

The Community Neurorehabilitation Service, provided by GSTT, supports patients after a stroke or other neurological condition. The service is run by a multi-disciplinary team, which includes occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, nurses, and social workers.

Patients referred to the service will have an initial 45-minute appointment (via telephone, video or face-to-face depending on personal preference) to discuss their needs and goals. This allows the team to then provide a rehabilitation programme tailored to each individual. After 6 months, the team will review the patients needs, as these may have changed.

Criteria

Referrals are accepted for patients who:

• are aged 16 and over
• are registered with a GP in Lambeth or Southwark
• have a new stroke or other neurological condition which affects function
• have had a change in their neurological condition, such that it affects daily activities

How to refer

📧 Email → gst-tr.neurorehabservice@nhs.net

👤 Patients can self-refer by calling 020 3049 5512

Rejections, DNAs & other Quirks

• If you are concerned that your patient has a swallowing difficulty and is at risk of aspiration, please make sure this is clearly marked on the referral form. These referrals will be seen in 2-3 working days
• If an appointment needs to be cancelled or changed, advise the patient to call 020 3049 5512

Contact info

☎️ 020 3049 5512

📧 gst-tr.neurorehabservice@nhs.net

🕝 Opening hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30AM to 4:30PM