SUPPORT GROUPS

Penn Rehab holds several monthly support groups that provide a supportive environment for individuals who are at any point in their recovery journey.

All support groups are held at the Penn Medicine Rittenhouse campus, located at 1800 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19146. Speak with your care team to be added to our support group mailing list that goes out each month.

Amputee Support Group

The Amputee Support Group offers a variety of services to current and former patients, as well as their families. The group’s mission is to provide an interactive forum for people to share their ideas and experiences in order to help them return to the activities that they enjoy, as well offering information about adaptations that will allow them to thrive. This group meets the fourth Thursday of every month.

Stroke Support Group

The Stroke Support Group provides education and encouragement for individuals living with the effects of a stroke. This group meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Spinal Cord Injury Support Group

The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group offers a variety of support for individuals living with a spinal cord injury or dysfunction. The group’s mission is to provide an interactive forum for people to share their ideas and experiences. This group meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

Brain Injury Support Group

The Brain Injury Recovery Center Caregiver Support Group is a group designed specifically for caregivers of individuals who have sustained a brain injury. This monthly group provides a forum for caregivers to share experiences, resources, and strategies for coping during this difficult transition from hospital to home. This group meets on the first Thursday of each month.