Resources for Our Patients

We are here to help throughout your rehabilitation journey. While Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital does not endorse any particular organization, product or service, there are many local and national resources available that may offer further information and direction.

Amputee resources

  • www.amputee-coalition.org

    Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for amputees and their families, improving patient care and preventing limb loss.

Brain injury resources

  • Biausa.org

    Serving and representing individuals, families and professionals touched by traumatic brain injury

  • Biala.org

    Serving and representing individuals and families touched by brain injury and/or spinal cord injury in the state of Louisiana.

Cancer resources

  • Cancer.org

    Provides support nationally and locally for those with cancer, their family and friends throughout all stages of recovery.

  • Cancercare.org

    Provides professional support services and information to help manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

  • Cancer.net

    Brings the expertise and resources of American Society of Clinical Oncology, with support from the Conquer Cancer Foundation, to people living with cancer and their caregivers, to help them make informed health care decisions.

  • Cancer.gov

    Provides information on cancer research, cancer news and events, trainings and online resources for individuals with cancer and their loved ones. 

  • NCCN.org

    A not-for-profit alliance of 30 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research and education. Provides cancer treatment information in easy-to-understand language.

Cardiac resources

  • 800.AHA.USA1

    Heart.org

    Non-profit organization that funds cardiovascular medical research and educates consumers on healthy living in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke.

  • 888-HEART99

    Mendedhearts.org

    Non-profit organization that offers the gift of hope to heart disease patients, and their families and caregivers.

  • 800.342.2383

    Diabetes.org

    Non-profit organization that educates the public about diabetes and funds research to manage, cure and prevent diabetes. 

Spinal cord injury resources

  • Christopherreeve.org

    Dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by advancing innovative research and improving quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.

  • spinalcord.org

    Provides active lifestyle, peer support and advocacy information that empowers people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders to achieve their highest potential.

  • Pva.org

    Veterans’ service organization dedicated solely to serving the needs of veterans with spinal cord injury or dysfunction.

Stroke/neurological resources

  • Stroke.org

    Non-profit organization working to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by delivering education and programs focused on prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and support for all impacted by stroke.

  • Gbs-cidp.org

    Provides emotional support and assistance to people affected by this rare peripheral nervous system disease.

  • Wearesrna.org

    Advocates for those who have rare neuroimmunologic diseases, including Transverse Myelitis.

  • Nationalmssociety.org

    Non-profit organization that funds research, advocates for social and political change, provides education and sponsors services that help people with multiple sclerosis and their families.

Caregiver resources

  • Caregiving.org

    Non-profit organization focusing on advancing family caregiving through research, innovation and advocacy.

Additional resources

During your stay, you and your family will also receive information about Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital support groups and other local resources.

If you have questions or need assistance finding a support group matching your specific needs, please speak with a member of your treatment team.

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