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Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation centre - ‘SPARC’
Beech Hill
SPARC Contact Number
Reception 0114 3078122
Practical Information
Where are we?
Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation Centre, Norfolk Park Road, Sheffield S2 3QE
Public transport
The nearest tram stop is Park Grange Croft on the blue or purple route. It is approximately 10 mins walk.
Visiting
Visiting times are 8am – 8pm.
There is a reception until 5pm and they will direct any visitors. If you are arriving in the evening there is a side door with a buzzer where someone will let you in.
Parking
There is some parking at SPARC for visitors but this is limited and becomes full at busy times. (no charges)
Food and drink
Many patients at SPARC are on special diets and drinks. There will be information about this up in your room. Family can bring in food. We ask that they check with staff first if you are on a special diet. At the moment we do not have anywhere that families can heat food.
Interpretation
If you or your family members need some help speaking or understanding English we can arrange for an interpreter. Please ask a member of staff.
Hairdresser
A hairdresser visits most weeks. Ask staff to put your name on her list if you would like to be seen.
Feedback or questions about your care
If you have any questions or are unhappy with any aspect of your care please talk to the team.
There is also a patient liaison service if you are unable to sort out the issues directly with our team.
Smoking
Sheffield teaching Hospitals have a no smoking policy and we ask that visitors respect this whilst on the grounds or in the building.
What to Expect
The Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation centre opened as a specialist unit for Stroke patients in Spring 2017.
Most patients have their own room with an en-suite bathroom. SPARC has an integrated ward culture, and you will have access to a ‘Welcome to SPARC’ information pack.There are two wards at Stroke Pathway Assessment and Rehabilitation centre. Both are for Stroke patients. Norfolk ward is downstairs and Shrewsbury ward is upstairs.
Once you are settled the team will meet you. We will work together with you to identify your goals and rehabilitation programme. We aim to ensure your family and friends are involved as much as you would like in your rehabilitation journey.
There are a variety of facilities and activities at SPARC to support your rehabilitation, including group activities.
Meals are usually taken in the dining rooms, but you can choose to have them in your room if you prefer.
Therapy, activities and groups occur at various points during the day.
The garden is open to you and your visitors. There are benches for you to sit at. Dogs are welcome in the grounds. Please speak to staff if you wish to discuss anything further.
We have a range of volunteers and charities that visit the unit.