Brain injury rehabilitation

Our brain injury rehabilitation program through Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute provides care for people with brain injuries. We offer acute inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient services, community-based services and support resources. We follow a team-based approach that ensures you have support at every stage of your recovery.

A brain injury can happen at any age from any number of causes: head injury, stroke, progressive and non-progressive brain tumor, anoxia, encephalitis, encephalopathy, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral palsy, concussion, epilepsy and other neurological conditions. The physical, mental and emotional impact can range from mild to severe. Each person’s challenges and rehabilitation goals vary and may change over time. No matter where you are in your journey, Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute is here for you.

No matter where your journey starts, you will have a team to help you adjust to your new way of living.

Inpatient services

Brain injury rehabilitation often begins while you are still in the hospital. Once your condition has stabilized, your medical care team will recommend a treatment plan that is best for you. In some circumstances, your physician may recommend comprehensive rehabilitation in a hospital setting where we can provide you with 24-hour medical care.

We provide inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from a brain injury at: 

• Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis
• United Hospital in St. Paul.

Our Transitional Rehabilitation Program (TRP) is located at our Courage Kenny facility in Golden Valley and is available if you need a transitional place between hospital care and home care or community living. This site is licensed as a skilled nursing facility (SNF). The team at the TRP will adjust their level of care based on your needs and goals.

Outpatient and community services

Our comprehensive outpatient services are available for children to adults and focus on your continued recovery. We help you learn new skills and manage symptoms to improve your day-to-day function and regain as much independence as possible.

Sometimes, you may need extra support to help you adjust to your new way of living. We can help you focus on:

• Assisting your family members to understand and cope with your brain injury
• Learning compensation strategies for thinking, communicating, concentrating and improving memory
• Dealing with your own personal feelings about your injury and changes
• Improving your ability to stay organized and deal with stress
• Strengthening your personal relationships and self-confidence
• Helping you return to work or prepare for school under the direction of our neuropsychology team members.

A referral from a provider is needed for most outpatient services.

A wide range of community services are also available to help you get back to living, working and playing as independently as possible. These include:

• Activity Based Locomotor Exercise (ABLE)
• Spasticity management
• Adapted Sports and Recreation
• Assistive Technology (virtual reality, environmental controls)
• Community Behavioral Services
• Drivers Assessment and Training
• Fitness, wellness and pool services 
• Community Resource and Support Services  and Housing Stabilization services
• Vocational Services
• Vivistim (vagal nerve stimulation for upper extremity function)

We understand being diagnosed with a brain injury also impacts the family and caregivers. Our support groups provide community for individuals that have a brain injury and their care circle; helping them cope with physical, emotional and lifestyle changes. We also offer a peer visitor program that allows patients and their families to connect with others who have had a similar experience in a one-to-one setting.