Models of Rehabilitation Service Delivery (1) - Institution-based
Rehabilitation (IBR)
IBR is carried out in specialised institutions
with specialist staff. Usually such institutions are based in
big cities.
Special rehabilitation hospitals and centres,
special schools, vocational training centres for disabled
persons, etc. are some examples of such institutions.
In situations such as persons with very severe disability,
or some complication that requires medical intervention,
institutional services may be required. Institutions are also
necessary for
referral services. They are also necessary for supporting
community-level services.
In developing and poor countries, the high cost
for running such institutions can be a problem so that they may
lack specialised personnel or equipment. Their capacity and
access may also be limited.
