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Hospital in Quebec, Canada
The
Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital
(JRH) is a bilingual hospital offering general and specialized rehabilitation services in
Laval
,
Quebec
,
Canada
. It is the regional center in physical rehabilitation for adult and pediatric clients.
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History
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In 1955, the Jewish Convalescent Center opened.
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In 1962, the institution was renamed the Jewish Convalescent Hospital. Administration employed health professionals, causing the amount of effectives to double. This marked the beginning of a professional era of expertise.
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In 1988, the institution took the name of Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital, reflecting the evolution of the expertise, its role, and its mission.
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Major losses in funding in 2013 resulted in the abolition of an entire care unit. Twenty beds were lost and about sixty employees were laid off.
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University affiliation
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The JRH, which is affiliated with
McGill University
,
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has the objective of contributing to research, education, and assessment in the fields of technology and methods of clinical intervention.
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The hospital also holds affiliations with
Universite de Montreal
,
College Montmorency
,
Vanier College
, and
Dawson College
.
Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation
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The JRH Foundation contributes to enhancements in healthcare and innovations in the field of rehabilitation medicine.
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See also
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