CRABIS – West Lothian

Community Rehabilitation and Brain Injury Service (CRABIS), West Lothian

About CRABIS

CRABIS is a multi-disciplinary, community-based neurorehabilitation team in West Lothian, jointly funded by Lothian Health and West Lothian Council. The experienced team includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, clinical/neuropsychologists, speech and language therapist and rehabilitation assistants, working together to provide a joint approach to meeting the rehabilitation needs of those over 16 who have a neurological condition or injury. The aim of the service is to enable individuals to increase their level of independence or participation in daily life tasks, routines and roles within their home, community and work environments, with an emphasis on empowering the individual to self-manage in the long-term: the frequency of direct therapy sessions reflects this approach. As neurorehabilitation is a process that requires active involvement of the individual, those who feel ready to embrace the challenge are more likely to benefit.

Who can refer:

Consultant
GP
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Allied Health Professional
Social Policy Agencies

Who to refer:

Individuals 16 years+ with a current disability related to a neurological condition or injury who live in West Lothian
Individuals who are under the care of a neurologist
Individuals who agree that it is the right time to embark on a challenging rehabilitation programme
Individuals whose existing neurological problems impact their ability to sustain their worker role or where there may be a risk of losing their employment because of disability

Who not to refer:

Individuals whose primary difficulties are not neurological in nature, although they may also have a neurological diagnosis
Individuals with suspected FND who are not under the care of a neurologist
Individuals who have recently been discharged from the CRABIS or other rehabilitation service to address the same difficulties
Individuals whose mental health difficulties are unrelated to their neurological diagnosis
Individuals whose need can be better met through another, specific community service, like the Supported Employment Service, orthotics, Carers of West Lothian, adult mental health services, Xcite gym referral.
Individuals seeking an assessment to return to driving

How to refer:

Use the CRABIS referral form
Send a recent clinic report/letter to highlight difficulties requiring rehabilitation
Via IIE on TRAK
Email referrals/reports/letters to loth.crabiswl@nhs.scot
For Further Information Please Telephone:
- 01506 524 149 (physio/OT)
- 0131 537 9128 (neuropsychology)
- 01506 524 191 (SLT)