Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital in Toronto, Ontario

University Health Network - University Centre

Part of University Health Network.

Address
550 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 2A2
Emergency department
No
Type
Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital
Operator
University Health Network
Website
www.uhn.ca

Senior & geriatric services

Specialized Geriatric Services

Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team

Geriatric mental health services provided to 11 long-term care homes in central Toronto. Consultation, assessment and follow-up care.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Geriatric Medicine

Specialized Dementia Unit

Assessment and treatment of older adults who have behavioural challenges associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Geriatric Outpatient Clinic

Geriatric Day Hospital Service (Progression)

Hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation day program for older adults with multiple health problems. Health assessments personalized treatment plans health education referral to community services one-on-one and group sessions. Program runs seven to 10 weeks with visits twice a week, three hours per visit.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Rehabilitation

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Post-COVID Condition Rehabilitation Program

Provides an initial interdisciplinary virtual assessment is conducted and the team sets goals with the patient and tailors the program to meet their unique needs. Supports to individuals with COVID-19 who continue to experience difficulties in the following areas: endurance balance thinking skills shortness of breath speech and swallowing managing difficult emotions managing fatigue.

How to access: Only accepting referrals from University Health Network physicians and/or University Health Network programs

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Geriatric Rehabilitation

Geriatric Day Hospital Service (Progression)

Hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation day program for older adults with multiple health problems. Health assessments personalized treatment plans health education referral to community services one-on-one and group sessions. Program runs seven to 10 weeks with visits twice a week, three hours per visit.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Unit

Hospital inpatient musculoskeletal rehabilitation program. Treat patients with orthopedic conditions such as joint surgery and hip fractures, and certain cancer diagnoses. Typical stays last between 1-4 weeks.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated January 2026

Neurological Rehabilitation

Multiple Sclerosis Rehabilitation Outpatient Services (Progression)

Outpatient program for those with multiple sclerosis to assist individuals in adapting to their disease and managing their health. Supports individuals to maintain or recover their physical and mental abilities.

How to access: Application procedure varies according to program

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Inpatient Rehabilitation

Musculoskeletal and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit

Hospital inpatient rehabilitation program to help older adults with medically complex conditions maintain their strength and movement.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated May 2026

Stroke Rehabilitation

Stroke Rehabilitation Inpatient Service

Hospital inpatient stroke rehabilitation program. Team helps patients recover or improve in the following areas:. Mobility, balance, and concentration speech and communication sensation and perception thinking skills swallowing strength and endurance.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated March 2026

Memory, dementia & mental health

Geriatric Psychiatry

Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Team

Geriatric mental health services provided to 11 long-term care homes in central Toronto. Consultation, assessment and follow-up care.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Dementia Care

Specialized Dementia Unit

Assessment and treatment of older adults who have behavioural challenges associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Memory Clinic

Specialized Dementia Unit

Assessment and treatment of older adults who have behavioural challenges associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Mobility & falls

Falls Prevention

Falls Prevention Program (Progression)

10-week program of group education and exercise sessions for older adults to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls.

How to access: Medical referral required * assessment required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Referrals

Many hospital programs for older adults need a referral from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or Ontario Health atHome care coordinator. Here is what each program says:

  • Outpatient Rehabilitation: Only accepting referrals from University Health Network physicians and/or University Health Network programs
  • Geriatric Psychiatry: Medical referral required
  • Dementia Care: Medical referral required
  • Geriatric Rehabilitation: Medical referral required
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation: Medical referral required
  • Neurological Rehabilitation: Application procedure varies according to program
  • Falls Prevention: Medical referral required * assessment required
  • Inpatient Rehabilitation: Medical referral required
  • Stroke Rehabilitation: Medical referral required
  • Specialized Geriatric Services: Medical referral required
  • Geriatric Medicine: Medical referral required
  • Geriatric Outpatient Clinic: Medical referral required
  • Memory Clinic: Medical referral required

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

Long-term care homes nearby

Home care in Toronto

Private home care agencies that can help after a hospital stay. See our guide to leaving hospital in Ontario.

Other hospitals nearby

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Frequently asked questions

Does University Health Network - University Centre have an emergency department?

University Health Network - University Centre is not listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. For an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Does University Health Network - University Centre have geriatric services?

Yes. It lists specialized geriatric services, geriatric medicine, geriatric outpatient clinic.

Does University Health Network - University Centre offer rehabilitation?

Yes. It lists outpatient rehabilitation, geriatric rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation.

Does University Health Network - University Centre have a memory clinic?

Yes, University Health Network - University Centre lists a memory clinic. A referral is often needed; see the service details above.

Location from the Ontario Ministry of Health's service provider locations; services from Ontario Health atHome's healthline directory. Senior Care Path is not affiliated with this hospital. Details change, so confirm with the hospital before you go.

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