COURAGE Outcomes and Satisfaction
Courage Served 11,707 clients in 2006 across a variety of services, ages, and primary disabilities
| Medical Rehabilitation Services |
8,265 |
| Community-Based Services |
1,114 |
| Transitional Rehabilitation |
236 |
| Home & Community Rehab |
57 |
| Vocational Services |
429 |
| Camping |
984 |
| Handi-Hams |
1,129 |
| Sports and Recreation |
483 |
| Clients By Primary Disability |
Percent |
| Musculoskeletal |
15% |
| Congenital/Familial (CP, spina bifida) |
11% |
| Arthritis/Fibromyalgia |
9% |
| Back/Neck Pain |
7% |
| Blind/Vision impairment |
7% |
| Neurological (MD, MS, seizure disorder, other) |
7% |
| No Disability |
7% |
| Brain injury |
6% |
| CVA/Stroke |
5% |
| Language disorder |
4% |
| Mental health |
3% |
| Spinal cord injury |
3% |
| Developmental disorder |
2% |
| Hearing impairment |
1% |
| Other* |
13% |
| *includes none reported, amputee, cancer, circulatory disorder, post-polio, respiratory disorder |
Adults-Medical Rehabilitation Services
Orthopedic and Chronic Conditions
Courage Center offers physical therapy and aquatic physical therapy in a warm water pool at our locations in Golden Valley and Stillwater and we also partner to offer physical therapy at community sites in Coon Rapids, Burnsville, Plymouth and Eden Prairie. For clients with orthopedic and chronic conditions the goal is to increase independence. Courage Center has used the Pain Disability Index to assess gains made from physical therapy. The Pain Disability Index (PDI) is a short questionnaire used to measure the impact that pain has on the ability of a person to participate in essential life activities. A lower score on this measure indicates less limitation.
- For those that took the PDI the median number of visits was5 and the average age was 57.
- On average we saw a decrease in the limitation due to pain as measured by the PDI in clients with Back and Neck Pain or Injury (n=148), Arthritis, Degenerative Joint Disorder, and Fibromyalgia (n=70).
“It’s amazing to see what water exercise therapy can do. I went from not being able to walk due to leg, knee and back pain to being able to walk.”
- Golden Valley warm water pool therapy client
“The Courage Center therapists are very professional. They set goals and encourage you to attain them. They listen to you.”
- MRS client
Courage Home and Community
Courage Center’s Home and Community Rehabilitation works with many disciplines toward increasing a person’s functional independence at home, work, school and in the community. We bring our rehabilitation team to you, in your home or in community settings to reintegrate what you learn in therapy to your "real life". Your therapy program is determined by your individual needs and potential. Each person is unique and goals are established with your input. Your team includes you, your family/concerned others, your physician, therapists, nurses, clinical coordinator and insurance case manager. Your team works together for a common goal: your increased independence. Link to "Outcomes That "Stick"
Pediatric-Medical Rehabilitation Services
“We don’t let our disabilities get in the way of trying new things.”
-Adolescent in Pediatric Outpatient Therapy Program
“Courage Center’s therapy service is helping our daughter’s self-esteem tremendously.”
-Parent of Courage Center Pediatric client
“During the school year I am stressed out about homework and tests, but Courage Sports offers me
a place where I can use my brain as well as my body.”
-Courage Center Sports & Recreation Program participant
- 99% of children’sparents reported an increase in their child’s self esteem as a resultof summer camping experience
- 100% of respondentsreported improvement in their child’s self-esteem and confidencebecause of their involvement in the Sports and Recreation programs atCourage Center.
Assistive Technology
Courage Center provides a multitude of AT services to meet your needs. Whether you are looking for simple accommodations for school or high-technology driving solutions, Courage Center can customize a service package for you.Link to AT Article
Courage Residence (Transitional Rehabilitation Program)
Neurological Conditions
Licensed as a skilled nursing facility, our transitional rehabilitation program is like no other facility in this country. Our continuum of services supports participation and champions independence.
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- The transitional rehabilitation program served 158 clients in 2006
- The Median Length of Stay in the transitional rehabilitation program is 3.3 months.
- The Average Age is 40.
- 29 % Brain Injury, 36% Spinal Cord Injury, 15% Stroke, and 19% Congenital and Other
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“I had a stroke and they, Courage Center, gave me back more than I thought I would get back.
Courage Center gave me back my independence.”
- Courage Center Residence client
“Treated me with the greatest respect and gave me the ability to have more independence.”
- Courage Center Residence client
“They helped me with some of my goals. They gave me the encouragement that I needed
to give me more independence that I needed.”
- Courage Center Residence client
Vocational Services and Independent Living Skills
In 2006, Courage Center assisted 107 individuals to achieve and/or maintain employment. Courage Center’s successes in vocational service placement compare very favorably with Outcomes achieved by clients served through the State Vocational
Rehabilitation Services
- Average length of job retention is 2.4 years
- Average starting wage was $10.64 per hour
- Average hourly increase of $0.86
- Average on-going wage was $11.81 per hour
- Average hours worked was 31 hours a week
“The new skills are invaluable for my future employment plans. Also the skills are necessary in daily life.”
- Courage Vocational Services participant
“Excellent. My needs and more were met. I am confident that my retention of the materials is much greater than any other class I’ve had.”
- Courage Vocational Services participant
“I finally feel like I can do this! So many months have been spent with me
having little confidence in my employability.”
- Courage Vocational Services participant
Independent Living Skills
Independent Living Skills teach you how to strengthen your skills and do more for yourself—ultimately providing more independence in all areas related to community living. Services include: managing your household and finances; finding or maintaining affordable, accessible housing; developing a healthy lifestyle; identifying recreational and vocational opportunities and accessing the community. Our in-home services are provided throughout the metropolitan area.Link to ILS OUTCOMES
Satisfaction Highlights
2006 Satisfaction Survey Results
Medical Rehabilitation Services
- 95% of clients feltthat Courage Center’s Intake Staff was professional and courteous
- 97% of clients at Courage St. Croix Therapy and Courage Medical Rehabilitation servicesfelt that therapists explained treatment thoroughly and gave helpful information
- 93% of clientsparticipating in Recreational Aquatics in Golden Valley and CourageSt. Croix are recognizing health benefits
Camping and Sports and Recreation
- 92% of adultresidential campers reported making friends at camp
- 93% of sports andrecreation clients reported improvement in their self image
Vocational Services and Independent Living Skills
- 90% of ILS clientsreported that staff are knowledgeable about disability related issues.
- 92% of clients receiving a Vocational Assessment would recommend Courage Center.
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