Patients with the following conditions may benefit from cognitive rehabilitation:

  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Dementia
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) 
  • Head trauma
  • Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) 
  • Memory loss associated with Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis

What does cognitive rehabilitation involve?

Our highly trained staff work collaboratively with patients and caregivers to develop an individualized treatment program. Treatment approaches may include use of organization strategies, structuring environment, memory books and brain fitness computer training programs. Goals of treatment may include improving such activities as preparing meals, grocery shopping, managing finances, medication. Another component of the program is aerobic exercise training with an emphasis on walking programs.

How long will cognitive rehabilitation take?

Typically patients are seen for a total of 12 visits over the course of a few months to develop strategies that promote cognitive health. Each visit will last for approximately one hour.

What type of recovery/outcome can I expect from cognitive rehabilitation?

The program promotes a brain-healthy lifestyle incorporating such healthy behaviors as diet, social activity and mental activity to maintain quality of life.

How do I get started?

Your physician will prescribed cognitive rehabilitation as an integrated part of your treatment plan.

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

C Building - W.O.Walker Center
10524 Euclid Ave. - Desk C22
Cleveland, OH 44195
216.445.8000

Euclid Hospital

Health Center Building
18901 Lake Shore Blvd.
Euclid, OH 44119
216.692.8780

Lakewood Hospital

14519 Detroit Road
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
216.529.7173

Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health - Las Vegas

888 West Bonneville
Las Vegas, NV 89106
702.483.6000