More on this At Independent Rehabilitation Services, our focus is community neuro rehabilitation and disability. As part of the wider organisation, we have an experienced team of physiotherapists who specialise in movement and function related to conditions or injuries of the central nervous system and neuro muscular system. Our clinicians Read More →
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Finding connection and community at IRS
Did you know we hold monthly social group meetups at IRS? These groups are specifically aimed at people living with acquired brain injury (ABI) and they offer a safe space for social connection and engagement. No matter what stage the attendees are at in their recovery journey, the social group can Read More →
IRS People News – August
We’ve celebrated a huge milestone this month: 18 years with Natalie Pribil – our cherished Business Manager Here is what our founder, Kate Phillips had to say about working with Nat: “These 18 years have flown by and that happens when you have the opportunity to work with an amazing Read More →
Trent’s Story: Recovery Road
Meet Trent. He sustained a traumatic brain injury, as well as fractures to his neck and pelvis in a motor vehicle accident in 2020. This resulted in a range of cognitive and behavioural challenges, as well as restricted neck movement, pain and significantly reduced left arm strength. When we first Read More →
Push Mobility: Pushing the Boundaries
A group of our Physios were treated to an inspiring in-service presentation at Push Mobility, a leading disability equipment provider here in Melbourne. Push Mobility’s fantastic presenters, Danielle & Will, showcased a huge range of cutting-edge equipment, demonstrating how power assist devices, beach accessibility, recreational equipment, sports gear, accessories, ramps Read More →
Anniversaries and New Starters for July
This month we’ve celebrated anniversaries for: Some pretty awesome sentiments came out when we spoke to them about their time at IRS so far: “I am grateful to have such a healthy workplace culture where we genuinely enjoy spending time with each other.” Jane Blandy “I am so fortunate to Read More →
Motivational Interviewing
Several of our clinicians underwent a two day workshop in Motivational Interviewing, led by the amazing Dr. Kylie McKenzie, Clinical Psychologist and Motivational Interviewing Trainer. A lot of thinking, reflecting, smiling, laughing, role playing and discussion went down over the two days. Such a productive workshop which will be extremely Read More →
Milestones, Anniversaries and New Starters for June
Senior OT, Meaghan Rennison recently celebrated her 5th anniversary at IRS so we caught up with her to find out more about her journey! When did you start out as an OT and what inspired you to pursue this line of work, particularly as an OT specialising in neuro? I Read More →
Getting Social at IRS
On Thursday, IRS held our first social group bringing together clients who have had a brain injury to share experiences and meet new people. Some of the topics discussed by the group included what it’s like to wake up in the hospital not knowing what happened to you, how to Read More →
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