Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital

17/09/2025

Are you an experienced OT ready to lead, mentor and make a real impact in rehabilitation care?

Join our dynamic Allied Health team at Westmead and take the next step in your career. You'll provide expert clinical care, support junior staff, and help shape service delivery across inpatient and outpatient settings.
🔹 AHPRA registration required
🔹 5+ years’ experience in rehab
🔹 Leadership and supervision opportunities

For role related queries or questions contact Miriam Johnston (Allied Health Manager) on Miriam.Johnston@aurorahealth.com.au or (02) 88333555

More information:

Learn more about how to join our team at Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital.

11/09/2025

Delivering Expert Care in Spasticity Management🌟

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our Spasticity Clinic operates under the expert guidance of Professor Ian Baguley, a leading authority in brain injury rehabilitation and spasticity treatment.

Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive, patient-centered care, using the latest techniques to improve mobility, reduce discomfort, and enhance quality of life for individuals living with spasticity.

💡 Whether it’s post-stroke, brain injury, or neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy — we’re here to help.
📍 Located within Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital
🧠 Led by Prof. Baguley
🤝 Supporting your journey to better movement and independence

👉 if you would like further information to book, please contact (02) 88333555 or email referrals to westmead@aurorahealth.com.au

10/09/2025

R U OK? Day is tomorrow — and at Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, we’re encouraging meaningful conversations as part of every wellness journey.

Mental health is a key part of recovery, and checking in with those around us can make a real difference.

That’s why today, we’re sharing a few simple conversation starters and tips — gentle prompts to help you connect with someone who might be doing it tough. Because asking “R U OK?” is just the beginning -- here are couple of ideas:

💬 "I may not have the right words, but I am a good listener."
💬 "I am here for you. You are not alone."

Swipe through to see how our team is preparing to support mental wellbeing, one conversation at a time.

Let’s help make tomorrow a little easier for someone who needs to talk.

07/09/2025

World Physiotherapist Day – 8 September

Today we celebrate the incredible work of physiotherapists around the world – and right here at Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital.

Our physiotherapists are movement experts, helping patients recover from injury, surgery, illness, and chronic conditions. Whether it’s improving mobility after a stroke, building strength after cancer treatment, supporting heart health, or guiding recovery from orthopaedic surgery – their dedication changes lives every day.

A big thank you to our amazing Westmead Rehab physio team for:
✅ Restoring movement and independence
✅ Reducing pain
✅ Empowering patients to live healthier, more active lives

Let’s celebrate their skill, care, and commitment to helping our community get back on their feet – literally!

05/09/2025

Jersey Day is a fun, free, and powerful way to start the conversation about organ and tissue donation. Simply wear your favourite sporting jersey and spark a chat with your family and friends about this important cause. 💛

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, we’re proud to support Jersey Day and encourage our staff, patients, and community to join in. By raising awareness, we can help save and transform lives through organ and tissue donation.

So grab your jersey, wear it with pride, and help spread the message!

31/08/2025

🌸 Women’s Health Week 2025

Strong minds. Strong bodies. Strong women.

This Women’s Health Week, it’s time to put yourself first — your health, your check-ups, your mental wellbeing, your movement, your rest.

Because looking after you isn’t selfish — it’s smart. 💡

From heart health to hormones, sleep to stress — it all matters.

Let’s break the silence, ask questions, and take action.
📅 Book that check-up.
🚶‍♀️ Go for that walk.
🧠 Talk about what’s on your mind.

And if you’re feeling like you need a boost, or someone to help guide you back on track — the Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital Day Program is here to support you.

Our team is here to help you regain strength, build confidence, and feel like you again.

Reach out. We’re here when you need us. Your health. Your story. Your strength.

26/08/2025

🗣️ Struggling to be heard? We can help.

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our Speech Pathology team offers specialised programs, including LSVT LOUD – an evidence-based treatment designed to help individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions improve their voice strength, clarity, and confidence.

🔊 LSVT LOUD focuses on:
✔️ Increasing vocal loudness
✔️ Improving speech intelligibility
✔️ Building confidence in communication
Our experienced speech pathologists work with patients to support long-term improvements in daily communication and quality of life.

Contact us to learn more or to book an assessment:
📞 (02) 8833 3555
📧 westmead@aurorahealth.com.au

Let’s help you find your voice again.

21/08/2025

Daffodil Day – 21 August

On Daffodil Day, we stand together to give hope to every Australian impacted by cancer. 💛

The daffodil is more than just a flower – it’s a symbol of strength, resilience, and brighter days ahead.

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our Day Program Cancer Rehab supports patients to rebuild strength, improve mobility, and enhance wellbeing after cancer treatment – helping them get back to living life to the fullest.

💛 How you can show support:
🌼 Wear a daffodil
🌼 Share this message to raise awareness
🌼 Support local cancer services like our Westmead Rehab Day Program

Together, we can help create a future free from cancer.

20/08/2025

Every year, thousands of Australians are affected by brain injuries — many of them life-changing. Whether from stroke, trauma, or neurological conditions, brain injury can impact movement, speech, memory, and independence.

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our Day Rehabilitation Neurological Program is here to support recovery and help patients regain function, confidence, and quality of life.

Our expert team includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and rehab specialists — all working together to deliver personalised care tailored to each patient’s goals.

💪 Rebuild strength
🧠 Improve thinking and communication
🚶‍♀️ Regain independence
💬 Connect with others on the same journey

If you or a loved one is living with a brain injury, you are not alone — support, recovery, and progress are possible.

📍 Learn more about our Neurological Day Rehab Program by calling Westmead Rehab or visiting our website.

13/08/2025

🧠 National Stroke Week runs from 4–10 August across Australia.

This year’s focus is on knowing the F.A.S.T. signs:
✅ Face drooping
✅ Arm weakness
✅ Speech difficulty
✅ Time to call 000

Because stroke is always a medical emergency.
📊 Did you know? Nearly every 19 minutes someone in Australia has a stroke.
Recognising the signs and acting F.A.S.T. can save lives.
At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, our specialised Day Program supports stroke survivors in regaining independence through targeted therapy, education, and ongoing support.

💡 We’re committed to helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals and improving quality of life after stroke. Call our team today to discuss how we can help you 02 8833 3555.

15/06/2025

🎗️ June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️

Each week, 101 Australians lose their lives to bowel cancer — yet it's one of the most treatable cancers when detected early.

💙 Especially during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we’re reminded that early detection saves lives. A simple screening test could save your life or that of someone you love.

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, we’re proud to offer a specialised Cancer Rehabilitation Program — a multidisciplinary approach tailored to support individuals at any stage of their cancer journey: before, during, or after treatment.
Our goal? To restore function, enhance quality of life, and empower you to live well. 💪

About the Program
Led by our expert Allied Health team, this 6-week group program runs twice a week for 2–3 hours and includes:
✅ Personalised exercise
✅ Education on energy conservation, stress, sleep, and nutrition
✅ Connection and support in a small group environment
✅ Guidance on accessing community support services

Contact us today for support.
📞 (02) 8833 3555

12/06/2025

Where men age with dignity, strength, and independence.

At Westmead Rehabilitation Hospital, we’re proud to support men’s health at every stage of life. Through our specialised Day Rehabilitation Programs, we empower men to remain active, confident, and connected to their communities.
Whether it’s rebuilding strength after illness, managing chronic conditions, preventing falls, or improving bone and joint health — our team of skilled professionals is here to guide you every step of the way.

✅ Falls Prevention (‘Watch Your Step’ Program)
✅ Osteoarthritis and Joint Support (‘Strong Bones’ Program)
✅ Physical and mental wellbeing through physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, and more
✅ Personalised care tailored to your goals

Let’s build a healthier, more supported future for the men in our lives. 💪

📍 7 Coleman Street, South Wentworthville
📞 (02) 8833 3555
📧 wmd.dayprogram@aurorahealth.com.au
🌐 westmeadrehab.net.au