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    Spinal Cord Injury Day Treatment Program

    Our Program

    From Injury to Independence
    - and Beyond

    Every spinal cord injury journey is different ... and so is every path forward. Whether you're newly injured or have been living with SCI for years, this intensive day treatment program is designed to help you fine-tune your skills, build confidence, and take control of what’s next.

    The only program of its kind in Connecticut, our SCI Day Treatment offers personalized, goal-driven care with a dedicated team of experts to help you move forward.

    Moving You Forward With:

    Greater independence in daily life

    Improved mobility and strength

    Confident navigation at home and in the community

    Long-term health and wellness management

    Specialized Care

    Your Path Forward: What to Expect

    The SCI Day Treatment takes place at Gaylord’s Wallingford campus on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. This full-day outpatient program is designed to help you build skills, strengthen independence, and stay focused on your long-term goals. Programming may include:

    physical therapy
    • One-on-one physical and occupational therapy sessions (speech therapy available as needed)
    • In-depth education on medical considerations and prevention of complications
    • Community partner presentations on adaptive tech, medical supplies, seating & mobility, nutrition, skin, bladder & bowel care, mental health, & more
    • Driver retraining and mobility services exploration
    • Wheelchair support services
    • Return-to-work preparation and vocational support
    • Community outings to practice real-life navigation
    • Caregiver education and training
    • Adaptive sports and fitness
    • Leisure activities
    • Support groups and social opportunities

    A National Leader in SCI Expertise

    Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is uniquely qualified to support individuals with spinal cord injuries. As the only long-term acute care hospital in the U.S. and one of two in the world with CARF accreditation for all inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs, including specialty recognition for Spinal Cord Injury, we set the standard in rehabilitation excellence.

    Gaylord is among Modern Healthcare’s Top 20 Largest Rehab Providers and is part of one of only 18 Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems in the U.S.

    Schedule

    Sample Day Treatment Therapy Schedule

    This sample calendar gives you a sense of how your time may be structured across therapy sessions, education, and rest.

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    FAQ

    Start Strong with the Right Information

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    Is the program covered by insurance?
    How long does the program last?
    Is a doctor referral needed?
    Can I participate more than once?
    Can my caregiver or loved one stay with me?

    Meet The Team

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    Dr. David Rosenblum

    Medical Director, Spinal Cord Injury Program
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    Jackie Magnuszewski

    COTA/L, MHA, Program Coordinator
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    Sarah Aldrich

    Rehab Aide
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    PT
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    Kim Fredsall

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    Sonya James

    Intake Representative
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    Caleb Mayer

    PT
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    Casey Thompson

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    Move Forward with Confidence.

    Contact Jackie Magnuszewski, Program Coordinator, at jmagnuszewski@gaylord.org or (203) 284-2989.
    Referrals can be faxed to (203) 294-8705.

    Contact Jackie Now