"Rehabilitation helps a child ….. to be as independent as possible in everyday activities and enables participation in education, work, recreation, and meaningful life roles….”   "Anybody may need rehabilitation at some point in their lives, following and injury, surgery, disease or illness… "(World Health Organization definition of rehabilitation)

The Royal Children's Hospital Rehabilitation Service is part of the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service.

Our Vision

Partnering with families to thrive

Our Values

• Family centred care: We value the family, and respect their experiences as part of the rehabilitation team
• Partnerships: We partner with families and their communities in the delivery of rehabilitation
• Excellence: We seek innovation through evidence-based practice
• Participation: We empower children to create their goals and own their journey
• Diversity: We value diversity of opinion, values, background and life experiences

Our Mission

Partnering with children and families who require interdisciplinary, goal-focused innovative rehab care.

Model of Care