Rehab Without Walls is a leading provider of neurorehabilitation services dedicated to supporting individuals with traumatic brain injury, stroke, acquired brain injury, and spinal cord injury. With over 30 years as a pioneer in the field, Rehab Without Walls specializes in removing barriers—physical, emotional, and social—that may impede recovery, embodying its name by bringing therapy and support into the environments that are most relevant and meaningful for each individual. The overarching aim is to equip every person served with functional skills necessary for daily living, empowering them to fully participate at home, school, work, and in their broader community.
The core philosophy at Rehab Without Walls revolves around individualized, fully coordinated, interdisciplinary treatment that adapts to patient needs and circumstances. Treatment plans are highly personalized and goal-oriented, created in partnership with each person and their family to support both functional and personal aspirations. A team approach brings together the expertise of physical therapists, occupational therapy practitioners, speech language pathologists, neuropsychologists, vocational therapists, recreational therapists, and clinical coordinators, ensuring that intervention is both comprehensive and integrated. All team members consistently address not only physical and cognitive challenges but also the emotional and social components essential to regaining self-care, independence, and quality of life.
Rehab Without Walls is known for its spectrum of programs designed to cover every stage of rehabilitation. The Day Treatment Program operates Monday through Saturday in a large, fully equipped clinic in central Phoenix, with options for services delivered at varying intensities from low engagement to intensive 25-hour-per-week programs, one of the few offerings of this kind in Arizona. Whether supporting people in the clinic, in their homes, or in the community, the therapeutic approach is always tailored to the setting and the evolving needs of the person. The foundation lies in delivering evidence-based, meaningful care within the individual’s own environment, allowing for sustainable, long-term improvements that last well beyond discharge.
A hallmark of the services at Rehab Without Walls is the attention to the whole person. For those affected by brain or spinal cord injury, therapies extend beyond traditional rehabilitation to include holistic modalities that address every aspect of recovery. Physical therapists employ methods like ultrasound, functional electric stimulation, aquatic therapy, and manual therapy to promote movement and function. Occupational therapy focuses on helping individuals adapt tasks and environments for maximum independence, while speech therapy emphasizes regaining essential communication and life skills. Recreational therapy is provided by Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS), who bring expertise in supporting those with neuro-based injuries, and vocational therapy assists individuals in finding roles and careers in which they can flourish despite their challenges.
Neuropsychological assessments form another vital aspect of the care model, identifying cognitive and psychosocial factors that may shape the recovery process. Counselors work closely with individuals and their families to address physical, mental, cognitive, and emotional hurdles, supporting smooth transitions into previous activities like work or school and helping achieve independent living goals. The program’s holistic, person-centered strategy ensures collaboration across all stakeholders, from the individual and their family to therapy and support teams, aiming always to maximize the opportunities and quality of life for each person served.