Patient and Family Education
We want you to have all the information you and your child need to understand your child’s condition and to participate in treatment. This page provides links to resources that we hope will be helpful.
Resources at Seattle Children’s
- What to expect at Inpatient Rehabilitation
- How to prepare for your visit
- Transportation and lodging
- Hospital services
- Paying for care
- Social work
Condition-Specific Resources
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Brain injury
- Brain Injury Alliance of Washington
- HeadStrong
- Traumatic Brain Injury InfoComics
- Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center
- LEARNet
Find information on the Pediatric Brain Injury Support Group on our support groups page.
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Cerebral palsy
Learn more about cerebral palsy at Seattle Children’s.
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Spinal cord injury
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Stroke
Learn more about stroke at Seattle Children’s.
Treatment-Specific Resources
General Resources
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Support
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External links
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Applies standards to evaluate rehabilitation facilities with a focus on quality, value and results. - Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
Offers resources to improve the quality of life for people living with paralysis and funds research to cure spinal cord injury. - Dreams of Recovery Foundation
Gives grants to people with spinal cord and brain injuries to participate in approved therapy programs not covered by insurance. - Outdoors for All
Provides adaptive and therapeutic recreation for children and adults with disabilities. - PAVE
Provides support, training and informational resources to empower families and individuals with disabilities.
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Contact Us
For more information, contact Inpatient Rehabilitation at 206-987-2114, option 5. If you would like an appointment, ask your child’s primary care provider or specialist for a referral.
Providers, see how to refer a patient.