The STAR Program Guidelines:
To be a part of The STAR Program, you must have a physician referral, generally after formal therapy is completed. This program is considered self-pay at a rate of $12.00 per hour with the bill being sent directly to you. To be considered for the program, you must be able to independently handle daily living activities and getting on/off exercise equipment by yourself or with a caregiver. At St. Rita's, we want to ensure that all of our patients are safe under general supervision. We must also be sure that the patient is not receiving similar services at this or another facility. If a caregiver's assistance is required to meet certain criteria of the program, the caregiver must be present for all treatment sessions.

What to Expect:
When a patient joins The STAR Program, the first visit will be an initial evaluation which includes setting individual goals that the patient can meet. Following appointments will focus on strength, endurance, balance and flexibility, exercise and will include periodic reassessments to ensure progress towards goals. Eventually, the patient will be given a discharge to a home exercise program or fitness facility (with or without a caregiver).

The STAR Program is designed for patients with:

• Orthopedic Problems
• High Level Functioning Stroke or Traumatic Brain Injury
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Fibromyalgia