Royal Rehab is a leading not-for-profit provider of rehabilitation and disability support.
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Royal Rehab is one of Australia’s oldest charities, established in 1900, and is dedicated to supporting people to discover their potential following the onset of disability, illness or injury. A leader in clinical and research excellence, Royal Rehab is recognised as spinal and brain injury rehabilitation specialists. Our services incorporate two private hospitals, Royal Rehab Private and MetroRehab Hospitals, which offer rehabilitation expertise in neurological conditions (including stroke and Parkinson's disease), cancer, orthopaedic, reconditioning and pain management, and cardiac. Royal Rehab's Disability Services provides supported accommodation and support services for people with disability with homes throughout Sydney metropolitan area and friendly support staff. Our adaptive sport and recreation program enables people with disability to get back into activities they love or discover something new, while our Driver Assessment and Training Service supports people with disability to commence or return to driving.
11/11/2025
Today, we pause to honour the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of all who have served and continue to serve our country.
We remember those who gave their lives in service and reflect on their legacy and sacrifice.
06/11/2025
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We’re exploring new adaptive gaming opportunities at Ryde, including workshops and esports teams! Whether you’re an experienced gamer or just curious to learn, we want to hear from you.
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Today at Royal Rehab Ryde, we were honoured to welcome Biayanskiy Oleg, Head of the Unbroken Rehabilitation Centre in Ukraine, and Tetiana Stawnychy, President of Caritas Ukraine.
Our guests toured our Technology Centre before sharing presentation on the vital work their teams are doing.
Unbroken is the largest rehabilitation hospital in Ukraine, providing multidisciplinary care to people affected by the war, including advanced programs in robotic prosthetics and rehabilitation innovation.
Caritas Ukraine’s humanitarian work across both urban and rural areas has been instrumental in rebuilding communities, from supporting the establishment of rehabilitation centres to providing immediate, on-the-ground assistance in the aftermath of mass crises.
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to exchange knowledge and strengthen our shared commitment to restoring independence and hope through rehabilitation.
30/10/2025
Royal Rehab on the World Stage at ACRM | American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, Chicago
Our team including, Jason Redhead, Jessica Beauman, and Dr Julie Pryor presented “Therapy Goals in a Tech-Enabled Rehab”, sharing Royal Rehab’s journey and early insights.
Therapy goals have always been central to neurorehabilitation, but how do they evolve when cutting-edge technology becomes part of everyday practice?
Since 2020, Royal Rehab Group has been integrating advanced rehabilitation technology, with more than 27 systems now supporting clients across inpatient, outpatient, and community services.
Since 2022:
• 25 clinicians interviewed across 63 sessions
• 9,500+ tech-enabled therapy sessions analysed
Emerging trends:
• Shift from impairment-focused to functional, real-life participation goals
• More specific and personalised goal setting
• Increased client engagement and motivation
Rehab technology is enhancing therapy, unlocking more meaningful, individualised, and goal-driven rehabilitation.
We are proud to represent Australian innovation and leadership in neurorehabilitation on the global stage.
27/10/2025
Celebrating International OT Day, 2025
At Royal Rehab Group, we don’t need a special day to see the impact our Occupational Therapists make - we see it every day. It’s in the way they find creative solutions to help someone get back to cooking a meal, return to work, or enjoy time with family again.
This year’s theme, “Occupational Therapy in Action,” says it all. It’s about the quiet determination, curiosity, and care that OTs bring to every interaction, helping people rebuild their confidence and independence in ways that really matter.
To all our OTs, thank you for the difference you make. You inspire us every day. 💚
17/10/2025
Meet the team at the Granny Smith Festival in Eastwood tomorrow!
Stop by our stand to chat with our friendly team from Royal Rehab. Learn more about our services and programs and discover how we can support you on your rehabilitation journey.
You’ll find us among the community stalls from 9am to 3pm, we’d love to see you there!
17/10/2025
Reflecting on National Carers Week
As National Carers Week comes to an end, we take time to celebrate and thank the more than 3 million Australians who provide care and support to a loved one.
This year’s theme, “You are, know or will be one,” reminds us that caring connects us all, whether now or in the future.
At Royal Rehab Ryde, our Social Work team marked the occasion with a Carers Wellness Week, featuring activities such as scenic walks, art therapy, meditation, mindfulness sessions, and massages. Each was an opportunity to pause, connect, and acknowledge the vital role carers play in our community.
To every carer, thank you. We see you. We appreciate you.
13/10/2025
Happy Allied Health Professionals Day!
Today we’re recognising our incredible allied health teams across Royal Rehab Group.
From physios and occupational therapists to speech pathologists, exercise physiologists, dietitians, and many others – you each play an important role in helping people work towards their goals and live life their way.
This year’s theme, “Stronger Together,” is a reminder of how much we achieve through teamwork. Every day, you share knowledge, support one another, and bring different perspectives together to deliver the best care possible.
Thank you for everything you do – for your care, your compassion, and your commitment to the people you support. We’re so proud to have you as part of our team!
12/10/2025
This week, we are recognising and celebrating the incredible contributions of carers for National Carers Week.
This year’s theme, “You are, know, or will be one,” highlights the universal nature of caring, reminding us that caring touches almost everyone at some point in their lives. Anyone can become a carer, at any time.
To show our appreciation, Royal Rehab Ryde are hosting a series of activities throughout the week, including a scenic walk, mindfulness session, and therapeutic art activity.
Join us in celebrating the vital role carers play in our community!
01/10/2025
Exciting News
We’re proud to share that Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA) has officially joined Royal Rehab Group following a successful SCIA member vote!
This milestone brings together two organisations with deep roots and shared values:
🔹 SCIA – nationally recognised for lived-experience-led advocacy, peer support, and community connection.
🔹 Royal Rehab Group – trusted for more than 125 years as a leader in specialist rehabilitation, disability services, and clinical innovation.
Together, we’re building something bigger:
✨ Expanded services and greater access for people living with spinal cord injury, disability, and neurological conditions.
✨ Stronger advocacy that amplifies the voice of lived experience.
✨ More opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and create lasting impact.
SCIA will continue under its trusted name, delivering the same valued services, now strengthened by the support of Royal Rehab Group.
This partnership brings the best of both worlds: shared values, greater reach, and a stronger future for the communities we serve.
And this is just the beginning! We look forward to sharing more as we move forward together.
GLADESVILLE RYDE Magic FC has once again shown the power of community spirit, raising vital funds for stroke prevention and recovery through its annual Stroke Recovery Cup. This year marked the fifth anniversary of the special event, held on July 12 at Christie Park, where Gladesville Ryde Magic too...
22/09/2025
Do you have a child aged 6–12 who has a loved one currently at Royal Rehab Ryde?
Our Kids of Royal Rehab (KORR) School Holiday Program is designed just for them!
It’s a fun and supportive day where kids can:
- Meet other kids in similar circumstances
- Learn about different ways to cope with feelings
- Find out about different types of equipment
- Try out some wheelchair sports
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Royal Rehab is led by an experienced and specialised team dedicated to maximising the life skills, abilities and independence of people living with a disability.
Founded in 1899 through a visionary act of philanthropy, Royal Rehab was formed to give hope, comfort and connection to hospital patients discharged as “incurable”, often with no family, money or ability to work.
Today, more than 100 years on, Royal Rehab continues to lead the way in clinical, research and teaching excellence and person-centred rehabilitation and disability support.
Royal Rehab’s innovative projects, programs and services employs a model of rehabilitation that takes recovery beyond the traditional clinical environment and integrates it with activities in everyday life to promote community participation and independence.
Highly regarded for specialist brain and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, Royal Rehab is a state-wide service that also incorporates supported accommodation, a Private Hospital, a purpose-built spinal cord injury health and wellness retreat and community services to provide clients with holistic quality care.