What this program does...

Respiratory Rehabilitation is an education and exercise program that promotes patient self-management skills for chronic respiratory diseases.

This is a 10-week outpatient Program that consists of two 45-minute group exercise sessions per week either in-person at the hospital or virtually (to participate in virtual exercise classes, you must have access to a computer, laptop or tablet with camera, microphone and internet access)

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Two 1.5-hour group education sessions per week made up of an hour of various education topics and 30 minutes of breathing class either online or by telephone based on your available technology.

Referral Process

The Firestone Ambulatory clinic accepts community referrals for assessment and consultation for admission to this program.  Please fax referrals to 905-523-5864 clearly indicating referral is for the Respiratory Rehabilitation Day Program or internal referrals via Dovetale.

Your Care Team

Along with your Respirologist, your healthcare team will include:

• Dietitian
• Occupational Therapist
• Pharmacist
• Physiotherapist
• Rehabilitation Assistant
• Psychologist
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Respiratory Therapist
• Social Worker
• Nurse
• Other disciplines, as needed 

Participation in Program

Please wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing. Wear appropriate footwear. Please ensure both toes and heels are covered and a non-slip sole. Running shoes are best!

We ask that you do not bring any valuables with you as the hospital cannot be responsible for lost or stolen personal items.

Maps and Directions

Please click here for maps and directions to our Charlton Campus.

Contact

 St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
Respiratory Rehabilitation Program
Charlton Campus
50 Charlton Ave. E.
Hamilton, ON L8N 4A6

Level 8, Juravinski Tower
Room T8118

Tel: 905-522-1155 Ext. 35811