General Rehabilitation
We care for patients requiring rehabilitation after an illness, injury, or surgery.
What we do
If you have had a major illness, injury or surgery, you may find it difficult to return to the way you previously lived. Rehabilitation can help people regain function, become more independent and adjust to new ways of doing things.
Services are provided in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
Inpatient Rehabilitation
We provide specialised, inpatient rehabilitation following a period of acute hospital care.
Learn moreDay Rehabilitation Service (DRS)
DRS provides specialised centre-based rehab at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) following a period of hospital care.
Learn moreRehabilitation In the Home (RITH)
RITH provides specialised home-based rehab following a period of hospital care.
Learn moreWhere to find us
All CALHN general rehabilitation services are based at TQEH.
Who we are
Rehabilitation services are provided by specialist, multidisciplinary teams made up of doctors, nurses and allied health professionals who work together to deliver rehab programs tailored to each individual’s needs.
This page was last updated 23 May 2025.
Do you need a wheelchair?
Our transport assistance team will bring you a wheelchair to get into our facility from the car park.
Services
Interpreting services are available in more than 140 languages for patients who require assistance when visiting or staying in hospital.
Highly qualified professional interpreters provide services to facilitate communication between you and your treatment team, either in person or over the phone.
Auslan (Australian sign language) interpreters are also available for patients with a hearing impairment.
You are welcome to bring your partner, relative, or friend for support at your appointments; however, you are not to use family, friends, carers, or partners as interpreters.
Trained interpreters must ensure you understand the medical information discussed with you, enabling you to make informed decisions about your care.
All interpreting and cultural support services are provided free of charge.
Booking an interpreter
If you require an interpreter at an outpatient or other medical appointment or during your stay, phone the interpreter service in advance on (08) 7074 0000.
Ensure your GP or referring doctor books the interpreter when referring you to any hospital service.
Interpreters and cultural support is available for all Aboriginal consumers.
Contact The Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Hub to arrange an interpreter or Aboriginal Health Practitioner to support you at your appointment or during your stay in hospital.
This page was last updated 23 May 2025.
How are patients referred to this service.
- Is this internal? Doesn't have to be too complicated as to how referrals work especially if this is staff focused information. Keep it simple.
This page was last updated 23 May 2025.
This page was last updated 23 May 2025.
This page was last updated 23 May 2025.