If you have a work-related injury or illness, you can now have your rehab in your own home.
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Rehab at home
Rehab at home is a service that allows you to have part or all of your hospital rehab in the comfort and privacy of your own home.
"I’ve been given a chance to be at home with my kids" - Steve Burton
How it works
You will be provided a case coordinator who will organise your rehab plan and liaise with your managing Agent and the medical team who will support your recovery. Your rehab plan can be provided by multiple health providers including:
physiotherapists
nurses
occupational therapist
personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming etc)
home support
Your rehab plan will be delivered over a 4–8 week period, depending on your needs.
Benefits
with your doctor's approval, you can leave hospital sooner – getting home to your family, friends and pets and complete your rehab in the comfort and privacy of your own home
your rehab plan will be tailored to your injury and requirements, with the support of experienced, qualified and approved health professionals
you will be supported while you work towards independence and returning to work sooner
not having to travel for most appointments
Rehab at home is suitable for many surgical and medical ailments
This service is available following a wide range of surgical procedures and medical conditions including:
joint replacements
arthroscopic surgery
cardiac conditions
bone fractures
reconditioning
WorkSafe Advisory Service
WorkSafe's advisory service is available between 7:30am and 6:30pm Monday to Friday. If you need more support, you can also contact WorkSafe using the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) or the National Relay Service.