What provision is in place for visual rehabilitation by trained rehabilitation specialists for patients following a stroke or traumatic bra…

Rehabilitation, including visual rehabilitation, for patients following a stroke or traumatic brain injury is provided by a variety of qualified professionals who work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including orthoptists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists and trained support workers, across both health and social care.
Through the process of community planning, local authorities and NHS boards will work collaboratively to assess need and provide appropriate services to meet the needs of people requiring rehabilitation, including visual rehabilitation.
£1.2 million funding has been provided to appoint rehabilitation co-ordinators in each NHS board. The co-ordinators will work across health and social care to support the implementation of the Delivery Framework for Adult Rehabilitation. The framework will change the way that rehabilitation services, including services for those with visual impairment, are delivered; improve accessibility, ensure that services are delivered locally, where possible, and that services are integrated, co-ordinated and provide a seamless patient journey that respects people''s potential to overcome barriers to independent living.