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@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
- Telephone for enquiries on 01506 524149, option 2
CRABIS neuropsychology service page (within NHS Lothian Services page)
