Things you might want to know~
 What is cognitive rehabilitation?
- Cognitive rehabilitation is a program of guided therapy to learn (or relearn) ways to concentrate, remember, and solve problems after an illness or injury affecting the brain. Involves recovery of deficits through restoration & compensation.
Who can benefit from cognitive rehabilitation?
- People who have experienced changes in their ability to concentrate, think, remember things, or carry out a job, school, or household duties, following a stroke, brain surgery, or brain injury.
Who does cognitive rehabilitation?
- At the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, a licensed clinical psychologist from the Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine determines if cognitive rehabilitation is appropriate. The client is seen by a psychologist specializing in cognitive rehabilitation.
How does the program work?
- First, the psychologist will use tests to evaluate strengths and weaknesses in your thinking and memory skills. You will be asked what problems in daily living you have noticed and what you would like to achieve through rehabilitation. Once you have a treatment plan, you will attend sessions generally one time per week in the clinic. The appointments are scheduled at your convenience and involve one-to-one appointments of about one hour each.
How long will cognitive rehabilitation take?
- Length of treatment depends on how much progress you make and your ability to work toward your goals. A typical course of treatment lasts four months.
Other parts of the program:
- Your strengths and weaknesses will be evaluated every four months while in the program.
- Your family may participate if desired.
- You will be expected to complete home exercises. A computer can be used for home exercises if available.
How will cognitive rehabilitation be paid for?
- Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance plans cover therapy for diagnosed neuropsychological problems.
Requirements of the program:
- Contact Dr. Laatsch.
- Motivation and interest in rehabilitation.
- Ability to commit time to the treatment, usually one to three hours per week for three months.
- Transportation to regular meetings for treatment.
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