The Lifespan Alternative
^{a customized wellness program for people aging with a brain injury}

About Us

The Lifespan Alternative is a unique residential living program for adults aging with a brain injury, developed by theNeurologic Rehabilitation Institute (NRI), a component of Brookhaven Hospital. For over 20 years, NRI has been offering services to people affected by brain injury and other neurological disorders.

While residing as a member of The Lifespan Alternative, a person can receive a number of different kinds of specialized care, including:

• Medical management by doctors familiar with brain injury
  
• Therapies focused on gaining or maintaining certain skill sets to support cognitive health
  
• Aid by trained technicians who understand the particular needs of a person with a brain injury so that the individual remains safe and feels supported
  

Our list of clinical care services includes:

Medical Services

• Neurology
  
• Internal Medicine
  
• Neuropsychology
  
• Medical Management
  
• Pain Management
  
• Neuromotor Testing
  
• Psychiatric and Psychological Consultation

Mental Health Services

• Behavioral Therapy
  
• Counseling
  
• Group Therapies

Allied Health Professional Services

• Occupational Therapy
  
• Cognitive Therapy
  
• Speech Therapy
  
• Recreational Therapy
  
• Social Work
  
• Internal Case Management
  
• Progressive physical strengthening and retraining
  
• One-on-one assistance with daily activities
  
• Structured leisure time activities with assistance