Brain Injury Day Treatment Services

Program Overview

People who experience brain injuries or neurological disorders often have prolonged periods of recovery and extensive rehabilitation needs. Where the hospital leaves off, Goodwill's NeuroRehabilitation Services, BaySide and WestSide begin.

Many people who have experienced a brain injury or have a neurological disorder face challenges in their daily activities in some of the following areas:

• memory loss
• organizational skills
• physical limitations
• speech and language impairments
• personality changes
• emotional changes
• problems with planning and follow through
• thinking problems
• headaches
• dizziness

Goodwill's NeuroRehabilitation Services include BaySide in Portland and WestSide in Lewiston. These programs are Maine's most comprehensive and therapeutic day treatment programs. Survivors of brain injury and individuals with neurological impairments get the chance to develop physical mobility, interpersonal skills, self-care, work skills, communication, and other skills required for daily living. Because these skills are learned best in the natural environment, we provide treatment and training not only at the program, but also in the individual's home and community.

Admission Criteria

We offer a highly specialized program for people who:

• Have a neurological injury or impairment
• Are between 5-70 years old
• Are medically stable
• Can demonstrate a way to pay for services
• Have a desire and prognosis to benefit from rehabilitation services

Superior Staffing

At Goodwill's BaySide and WestSide NeuroRehabilitation Services, a highly specialized treatment team provides the intensive rehabilitation people need to rebuild their lives. The Treatment Team meets regularly with participants to create their own treatment plan and monitor their progress. Treatment plans vary according to individual needs, severity of the injury or disorder, and their personal goals. A Neuropsychologist oversees the delivery of the rehabilitation services in a person's plan.

BaySide and WestSide staff members receive a comprehensive orientation and regular clinical supervision. Each staff averages 37 hours of ongoing training to maintain and expand their skills. The staff averages 8 years of experience working with individuals who have neurological deficits.

Depending on an individual's needs, the team of experts working with them could include a:

• Neuropsychologist
• Physical Therapist
• Physiatrist
• Occupational Therapist
• Substance Abuse Counselor
• Registered Nurse
• Social Worker
• Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
• Speech Language Pathologist
• Peer Support Technician (WestSide)
• Rehabilitation Technician
• Case Manager

Accreditation

Since 1984 Goodwill's NeuroRehabilitation Services have been accredited by CARF, the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission. Our NeuroRehabilitation Programs are accredited in the areas of Home and Community-Based Rehabilitation (Adults, Children, and Adolescents), Outpatient Rehabilitation Programs (Adults, Children, and Adolescents), Vocational Services, and Long-Term Residential Services.

Referral Process

People with brain injuries or neurological disorders are referred to Goodwill's NeuroRehabilitation Services by doctors, nurses, hospital social workers and discharge planners, rehabilitation counselors, case managers, teachers and family members, among others. We accept all major medical insurance plans, MaineCare, Worker's Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Medicare B, and self-payment programs.

Locations

BaySide NeuroRehabilitation Services
26 Portland Street
Portland, Me. 04101
Tel: 207-761-8402
TTY: 207-774-6323
Fax: 207-761-8405
Toll free: 1-800-341-4516

WestSide NeuroRehabilitation Services
618 Main Street
Lewiston, Me. 04240
Tel: 207-795-6110
Fax: 207-795-6189
Toll free: 1-800-352-9547