Thomas Edward Mitton House, Milton Keynes

		Thomas Edward Mitton House is a residential rehabilitation centre for people with acquired brain injury, run by the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT). Our individual, holistic rehabilitation programmes promote the independence and self-esteem of our service users, working with the framework of a neurobehavioural model of rehabilitation.

BIRT’s programme is designed to help people re-learn skills lost as a result of an acquired brain injury.

We will consider any person with an acquired brain injury (whether caused by road accident, assault or illness).

Our programme is designed for people who, following careful assessment, we consider have the potential for social reintegration.

Download our annual report 2008 (pdf 370KB).

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rehabilitation

Following the initial assessment we then plan a programme of rehabilitation if appropriate. This is formally reviewed every three months. Periods of rehabilitation usually last 6-12 months, though each service user has unique needs and the length of rehabilitation will vary.

The rehabilitation programmes take place in the main unit, though we also offer two transitional living units - community-based houses in residential areas of Milton Keynes - which are a stepping stone to more independent living. Each house or bungalow caters for three service users and offers 24-hour staff support.

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transitional living units and community houses

The following transitional living units/community houses are part of the overall service offered by Thomas Edward Mitton House.

Brownswood, Milton Keynes
North Paddock Court, Northampton
Westfield Road, Milton Keynes

Transitional living units enable us to offer a seamless service for those service users aiming to make the transition to independent living in the community. Service users focus on effective life skills and making use of community facilities.

A placement in a transitional living unit would not normally last longer than 3-6 months. During that time, service users continue to receive clinical support, building on the skills they have developed during rehabilitation, but in a more home-like environment.

Service users form personal routines and structures to take with them when they move to a more independent setting. These familiar routines and structures help to reduce the anxiety and smooth the transition to more independent living later on.

We also offer three supported houses – permanent homes where residents who have reached their optimum level of independence can live with staff support. Supported housing is a long-term facility where people can stay for as long as they require the level of support available in that environment.

Vocational assessment, training and support is an important part of the rehabilitation programme.

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staff team

We aim to provide the best outcome for service users in the shortest possible time. Our clinical, therapeutic programmes are implemented by an inter-disciplinary team providing individual support based on the service user's unique needs.

This team includes neuropsychologists, neuropsychiatrists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and vocational trainers, as well as a range of co-ordinators and support staff. All the team work under expert clinical supervision.

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environment

• 15 single bedrooms all with en-suite facilities
• one single person flat
• well-equipped therapy facilities
• full wheelchair accessibility
• two transitional living units
• three supported houses
• attractive lounge, dining area, conservatory and gardens.

There is a local shop within walking distance from the unit. Parks, ponds and picnic areas are also nearby. From outside the front door, an excellent bus service provides easy access to Milton Keynes and its wide range of amenities, including sporting facilities, shops, theatre, cinema, colleges, cafes, restaurants and many businesses that support vocational placements for our service users.

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how to find us

Thomas Edward Mitton House is situated on a residential development in the heart of Milton Keynes, close to the MI and only 40 minutes by train to London.

For more detailed information about the location of Thomas Edward Mitton House please view our on-line map.

The latest National Care Standards Commission report on Thomas Edward Mitton House is available to all our service users and anyone wishing to access any part of our service.

Download our annual report 2008 (pdf 370KB).

For further information about Thomas Edward Mitton House contact:

Dr Rashmi Sharma
Service Manager
Brain Injuries Rehabilitation Trust
Thomas Edward Mitton House
37 Belvoir Avenue
Emerson Valley
Milton Keynes MK4 2JA
Tel: 01908 504778
Fax: 01908 505103
tem@birt.co.uk

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photo gallery

Thomas Edward Mitton House residential rehabilitation centre

Fifteen single bedrooms with en-suite facilities

Well-equipped therapy rooms

Relaxing conservatory area

Kitchens where service users can self-cater

Holistic rehabilitation programmes promote independence and self-esteem

Attractive gardens and open spaces

Small lounge areas for communal relaxation

Games room

Large dining area

Brownswood - a cluster of three houses (one transitional living unit and two supported houses)

Westfield Road Transitional Living Unit - one of three transitional living units offered by the service

North Paddock Court - a supported house where people can continue rehabilitation in a community setting

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