Part of the worldwide Anglican/Episcopalian Church. Is both Catholic and Reformed and has parishes in both the North and South of Ireland. Consists of 12 dioceses, over 450 parochial units and over 500 stipendiary clergy. It is a representative church, with each diocese electing those who will represent them at the General Synod, the 'Parliament' of the church. It has in its General Synod a House of Bishops which has 12 members and a House of Representatives which has 216 clergy and 432 laity. There are also Diocesan Synods where representatives of the parishes meet usually once a year. Decisions at local level are made by Select Vestries whose lay members are elected each Easter by the people of the parish.
Holy Cross Hospital is a renowned centre for patients with neurological, complex neurological and post-surgical rehabilitation following major joint surgery. Consultant physician-led, we provide holistic, individualised and dedicated neurorehabilitation and post-operative rehabilitation for inpatients and outpatients.
Our physiotherapists, dietician, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapy team work collaboratively with patients to achieve optimal results. In addition, our highly specialised nursing team deliver unique compassionate care whilst promoting independence. Located in the heart of the Surrey Hills, our peaceful woodland setting is just minutes from the A3 and Haslemere mainline station and therefore easy to reach.
As part of our specialist inpatient neurorehabilitation and restorative care services we offer:
Short term, intensive rehabilitation.
Longer term packages for patients with more complex needs and who require more time.
Long term care for patients who require mechanical ventilation for assisted breathing.
Respite care.
Our outpatient physiotherapy and hydrotherapy services include personally designed treatment plans tailored to the individual patient’s recovery goals. Our expert therapists work with patients to achieve their goals whether that’s regaining strength, mobility or returning to sport.
We remain by the side of our patients at every step of the way.
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