When Andrea moved into Ashbrook Neuro Rehabilitation following a long hospital stay, her ultimate goal was to live independently again with her dog.
At 55, Andrea was found unresponsive with a significant brain bleed. This resulted in a brain injury that left her with left-sided weakness, mobility challenges and difficulties with memory and communication.
The slow-stream rehabilitation Andrea received from the dedicated nurse-led team at Ashbrook enabled her to achieve positive recovery outcomes and gain the confidence to embark on the next steps of her rehabilitation journey.
In the early stages of her stay at Ashbrook, Andrea heavily relied on a walking stick. Her mobility was limited not only by physical weakness but also by a strong fear of falling, as she had experienced multiple falls prior to admission.
Andrea also struggled to form sentences, often becoming frustrated when she couldn’t express what she wanted or needed.
Through a collaborative approach, with a team of professionals and input from Andrea, a tailored support package was devised to empower Andrea to overcome challenges and work towards her ultimate goal of independent living.
The person-centred, slow-stream rehabilitation Andrea received at Ashbrook gave her the time, space and consistent support she needed to progress at her own pace.
Occupational therapists, physiotherapists, rehab coaches, speech and language therapists, and support workers empowered Andrea to rebuild strength, improve mobility, and develop confidence.
Andrea achieved several rehabilitation milestones:
“Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, our focus for Andrea adopted a positive risk-taking framework, balancing her safety with rehabilitation progression and exploring what mattered most to Andrea when setting achievable, person-centred goals. We wish her well in the next steps of her rehabilitation pathway.”
After achieving several rehabilitation goals during her stay at Ashbrook, Andrea felt confident to take the next steps on her rehabilitation pathway.
In March 2026, she chose to transition to a supported living environment, where she can continue to develop her independence.
“Andrea’s personal determination, alongside the person-centred support she received at Ashbrook, enabled her to achieve positive rehabilitation outcomes and her goals. She was the life and soul of Ashbrook, always spreading smiles and caring deeply for everyone. While the team at Ashbrook will miss Andrea immensely, we are all so proud of her progress and achievements.”
National Care Group provides personal care, rehabilitation, and complex disability management for adults following a brain injury or living with a neurological condition.
Ashbrook Neuro Rehabilitation is our slow-stream rehabilitation service, based in Rochdale. The modern, purpose-built building has been sensitively designed to meet the needs of the people living there. Personalised support delivered by our expert nurse-led team, neuro consultant, physiotherapist, neuropsychologist, speech and language therapist, and occupational therapists.
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National Care Group is one of the UK’s leading adult social care providers. We support adults with learning disabilities, mental health diagnoses, acquired brain injuries, and autistic people, with services across England and Wales.
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