How we achieve the optimum of patient rehabilitation

By maintaining a large and highly professional staff, which uses a team approach in the rehabilitation of its patients. For medical rehabilitation to succeed, close cooperation of the whole rehabilitation team is essential.

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Where it all began

With the door to door collections which helped build the Polio Centre for children which is the foundation which built the St Giles centre we know. The Red Cross Polio Centre started off with a group of young mothers with children living with disabilities due to polio having monthly parties to entertain their children which they termed Sunflower parties. The venues for these parties started at Rhodesia Red Cross Society Hall which then prompted the opening of an experimental clinic the Red Cross Polio Centre in 1952. The initial funds to start the Polio Centre came from door to door collections made by the mothers and from these they managed to raise 14000 pounds to build the complex, which specialised in the treatment of Cerebral Palsy children.

Evolution to St Giles

As the health industry evolved vaccinations were made available for polio and the Polio Centre became irrelevant. Therefore improvements were made for it to become St Giles Medical Rehabilitation Centre that caters to the medical rehabilitation for all. The Polio Centre had to expand in order not to become extinct. It then made sense at that point to join the two organizations and provide rehabilitation services to people with disabilities in general. The amalgamation took place in 1964 and the initial name given to the centre was the Salisbury Rehabilitation Centre. The name was then changed to St Giles Medical Rehabilitation Centre in the 1960’s. The initial plan for the buildings was then expanded from original works to add on the now administration block, the adult ward, as well as some of the therapy units that are now seen today.

The legend of the St Giles name

St Giles was a Greek hermit who lived in France in the 6th century. He lived in a cave and befriended the local animals. One day the king who was hunting in the forest shot an arrow at a young deer. The terrified animal fled to St Giles for protection and the arrow struck St Giles and left him for dead. He is sometimes represented as an old man with an arrow in his knee and a hind by his side. St Giles was a very popular saint in the middle Ages and was said to have the power of healing. He is the traditional Patron Saint of the Sick often being associated with hospitals. He is also special Saint for animal lovers. His Feast is celebrated on the 1st of September.

Get to know us

"To become the leading and preferred provider of medical rehabilitation services in Zimbabwe and beyond".

To provide comprehensive medical rehabilitation, nursing and consultancy services that support recovery and promote functional independence for all we serve

Integrity – We stand for what is right
Confidentiality – We value and uphold professional ethics
Empathy – We care and we are compassionate
Team work – We pride our selves in the power of unity
Innovation – We embrace change to new ideas
Excellence – We aim for the best
Respect – We treat every person/ individual with dignity and respect all the times

What is the St Giles all about?

St Giles is a Medical Rehabilitation Centre providing all rehabilitation services to both children and adults with all physical disabilities.
Is St Giles a private organisation or government?

St Giles is a private voluntary organisation owned by the St Giles Association which comprises of people with a passion for rehabilitation work. However, it is also supported by the government of Zimbabwe.
Does St Giles accept Medical Aid?

St Giles accepts most medical aid societies in Zimbabwe. For further details contact our offices as these may change from time to time.
Which conditions do you treat?

St Giles treats any physical condition which leaves one unable to function normally or to do certain daily activities like walking, eating, speaking, waking up on your own, dressing etc
Does St Giles do home visits?

The centre is conducts home visits as per request from the clients.
What are the Mobility Aids offered by St Giles?

The Centre sells rehabilitation aids such wheel chairs, crutches, walking frames, bath seats. To find out how much it costs please contact us.
How long does it take to recover at St Giles?

Rehabilitation is a long process and recovery is sorely based on the condition and other underlying factors that hinder rehabilitation.
Can l go directly to my physiotherapist or occupational therapist without being referred by my Doctor?

No, the physiotherapist and occupational therapist work hand in hand with the doctors and they would need doctor’s reports to be able to carry out treatment correctly.
No, the physiotherapist and occupational therapist work hand in hand with the doctors and they would need doctor’s reports to be able to carry out treatment correctly.

Each session takes a maximum of one hour per day for adults and thirty minutes for children
How many visits will l need in a week?

The number of visits per week is determined by your therapists during assessment when they come up with a treatment plan.
What is the required attire?

Gym attire is required when coming for treatment at St Giles e.g track bottom, a comfortable set of foot wear & a t-shirt.
How can l be referred to the Centre?

You can be referred from private hospitals, government hospitals, general practitioners and specialist doctors. We also have our resident doctor whom you can also consult if you require our services.
What are the processes during my first visit?

The first step when you visit St Giles is to go through the administration process where one has to fill in all the details required and make an assessment fee payment. Assessment is then carried out where the therapists will come up with a treatment plan according to your doctor’s reports and condition. After the assessment procedure treatment commences.

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