HealthSouth Bakersfield Rehabilitation Hospital

Tel: (661) 323-5500 Address: 5001 Commerce Drive Bakersfield, CA 93309 URL: www.healthsouth.com

 HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center is an inpatient facility that offers a network of physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals for both brain and spinal cord injury patients.

The facility in Bakersfield is for spinal cord injury patients only. There is another HealthSouth facility that accepts spinal cord injury patients in Tustin.

To find additional information on the above HealthSouth facilities in California, log on to HealthSouth’s website and use their “facility locator” under the “where we are” tab.

Certification and accreditation may vary according to location. Please check with the hospital administrator to determine exact certifications.

CareMeridian

Tel: (800) 852-1256 Address: 10 locations throughout California CareMeridian specializes in the individualized residential care of the catastrophically injured, including brain and spinal cord injury survivors. Five levels of care are offered to people of all ages, depending upon the extent of the injury. Patients are provided for in an atmosphere that is residential, and includes individually decorated rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, entertainment areas, and an outdoor area. In addition to its homey atmosphere, CareMeridian also provides the most current and state-of-the-art technology and service. The staff is trained in treating medically complex situations, such as those that require IV infusion services and ventilator/tracheotomy support. In addition to 24-hour physician and rehabilitation care, CareMeridian also offers rehabilitation therapy services, nutritional services, and pharmacy, lab, radiology, and medical equipment services. CareMeridian has four locations in Northern California, including Elk Grove, Fairfax, Fresno, and Gilroy. In addition, there are six locations in Southern California, including Oxnard, La Habra Heights, Artesia, Santa Ana, Silverado, and Escondido. CareMeridian has earned has earned a Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Standards (JCAHO), and is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation

Tel: (909) 593-7521 Address: 255 East Bonita Avenue Pomona, CA 91767 URL: www.casacolina.org Casa Colina provides a full roster of inpatient services in a state-of-the-art hospital for a variety of catastrophic illnesses and injuries, including brain and spinal cord injury. The facility comprises a network of physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals all intent upon returning the patient to maximum recovery using the latest technology and services. Patients receive three hours of therapy at least five days a week, and more than 6 hours of licensed nursing care per day. Casa Colina offers its renowned Signature Program, in which each and every patient receives and individualized program, in both brain and spinal cord injury. Casa Colina is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), as well as the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center

Tel: (310) 940-7022 Address: 7601 East Imperial Highway Downey, CA 90242 URL: www.rancho.org Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center’s highly qualified staff, level of care, and newest technology have earned it a spot in U.S. News & World Report’s list of “America’s Best Hospitals 2008” for Rehabilitation for several years running. Rancho Los Amigos features 20 Centers of Excellence, including one for spinal cord injury and another for adult brain injury. Both centers feature an interdisciplinary team comprising physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Because one in three residents of Los Angeles County speak Spanish, Rancho Los Amigos has expanded its Video Medical Interpreter system, allowing patients who have limited English proficiency to easily access interpreter services. Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital

Tel: (805) 687-7444 Address: 2415 De La Vina Santa Barbara, CA 93105-3819 URL: www.cottagehealthsystem.org The Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital, formerly known as the Rehabilitation Institute at Santa Barbara, is a 38-bed center that provides comprehensive medical care to those with catastrophic injury and illness, including brain and spinal cord injury survivors. The Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital strives to address the medical, physical, cognitive, psychological, and family issues of each and every patient using a team of interdisciplinary physicians, nurses, and therapists. All treatment is individualized and age appropriate. Every patient is assigned a case manager who coordinates the care plan and also assists with any social and economic problems that may arise as the result of the injury. Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

The Rehabilitation Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Tel: (408) 885-5000 Address: 751 South Bascom Avenue San Jose, CA 95128 URL: www.svcmed.org In more than 30 years of providing rehab services, the Rehabilitation Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center has treated more than 10,000 patients with spinal cord and brain injuries. In addition to providing state-of-the-art technology and services, the center also does research and has contributed greatly to what we know today about brain and spinal cord injury. The facility includes 76 beds and has a staff comprising physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. About 150 people are treated in the spinal cord program each year, which contributes to the center’s specialized skills and experience. The Rehabilitation Center promotes an integrated approach to care, which means the medical team works in conjunction with the patient and his or her family to ensure that optimal gains are made. The Rehabilitation Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Stanford Hospital and Clinics

Tel: (650) 725-8823 Address: Blake Wilbur Building 900 Blake Wilbur Drive Stanford, CA 94304 URL: www.stanfordhospital.com Recognized as a top rehabilitation center by U.S. News & World Report, the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Stanford uses a team approach to brain and spinal cord injury patient care. Physicians are experienced physiatrists (physicians who are board certified in rehabilitative medicine) with sub-specialties in the rehabilitation of specific injuries. The inpatient clinic has 17 beds and provides comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management of both brain and spinal cord injury. The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Stanford is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

St. Jude Medical Centers for Rehabilitation

Tel: (714) 871-3280 Address: 101 E. Valencia Mesa Dr. Fullerton, CA 92835 URL: www.stjudemedicalcenter.org Spinal cord injury and brain injury are two of the areas of expertise at St. Jude’s rehabilitation facility. Geared specifically toward children, the programs advocate hope and healing in a supportive environment. Patient care is highly specialized depending upon the injury, and all patients have access to a wide variety of programs including physical therapy, occupational therapy, education and support groups, audiology services, and speech therapy. In an effort to help patients gain as much independence as possible, structured therapy programs that include clinics, coordinated home services, and community re-entry services are part of the care package offered. The St. Jude Medical Centers for Rehabilitation is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Long Beach Memorial Rehabilitation Center

Tel: (562) 933-2000 Address: 2801 Atlantic Avenue Long Beach, CA 90806 URL: www.memorialcare.org The Long Beach Memorial Rehabilitation Center, located at the Long Beach Memorial Hospital, has brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation programs for adults at its Long Beach campus. The Brain Injury Program boasts specialized programs for people with all types and levels of injury, ranging from the Sensory Stimulation Program for seriously brain injured patients at the beginning of the recovery process, to the Brain Injury Program that focuses on wellness and community integration. The Spasticity Clinic, Balance and Vestibular Center, and Outpatient Neuro-Rehabilitation are also unique. The Spinal Cord Injury Program is designed to help patients reach the maximum level of independence possible, and is the only facility in Southern California to perform the advanced surgical technique of upper extremity electrical implants known as the “Freehand” system. The Miller Children’s Hospital, which offers brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation for children, is also located at the Long Beach Memorial Hospital in Long Beach. The Long Beach Memorial Rehabilitation Center is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

The Leon S. Peters Rehabilitation Center

Tel: (559) 459-3957 Address: 2823 Fresno St. Fresno, CA 93721 URL: www.communitymedical.org The Leon S. Peters Rehabilitation Center is located at the Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, CA. The facility is focused specifically on helping people recovery from brain injury using the latest equipment and specialized software. All patients at the center stay in private rooms. The Leon S. Peters Rehabilitation Center is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

The Center for Rehabilitation Medicine at Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Tel: (818) 908-8677 Address: 18300 Roscoe Blvd. Northridge, CA 91325 URL: www.northridgehospital.org The Center for Rehabilitation Medicine at Northridge Hospital Medical Center specializes in treating those with catastrophic or debilitation injury, including brain and spinal cord injury patients. The center promotes a holistic approach to healing, including family and community in an effort to help each individual patient recover the maximum amount of function and independence. Care is individualized and may include a combination of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and psychology. Driver preparedness, a return to work program, and community re-orientation outings are also part of the program. The Center for the Rehabilitation Medicine at Northridge Hospital Medical Center is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Services (JCAHO) as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).