Work Enhancement Rehabilitation Center (WERC)
WORK ENHANCEMENT REHABILITATION CENTER (WERC)
The Work Enhancement Rehabilitation Center (WERC) offers prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunction, both work and non-work related. Injury prevention services are provided through a comprehensive evaluation and consultation with the employer. Injury management is provided in either an unidisciplinary or interdisciplinary setting after assessment of each patient's unique needs. We are dedicated to patient care which is easily accessed, outcome oriented, and cost effective. Customers who utilize these services typically are:
- Employers
- Insurance companies
- Attorneys
- Rehabilitation specialists
- Patients
- Physicians
- Other health care providers
Our Services:
Injury Prevention
- Job site evaluation (from individual to the entire company)
- Post-offer job screens
- Training and education
- Development of job descriptions compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Injury Management
- Individualized occupational and physical therapy treatment
- Hand therapy
- Individualized clinical health psychology and pain management counseling
- Upper and lower extremity orthoses
- Interdisciplinary evaluations
- Return to work interdisciplinary treatment
- Half day Work Hardening Program
- Full day Functional Restoration Program
Our Staff
Physical and occupational therapy staff are specialized in the prevention and management of musculoskeletal injuries. Clinical health psychology staff have expertise in the assessment and treatment of psychological and behavioral problems associated with physical disorders. Support staff work closely with the therapists to coordinate and streamline care. For more information about the staff at WERC, click here.
Appointments
Therapy services can be arranged by calling WERC at the number below. Please note that financial coverage for evaluation and treatment are subject to the conditions of your particular insurance policy. Approval for mental health treatment is not arranged through your primary care physician, but through your insurance company. The phone number for mental health authorization can be found on your insurance card.
How to Contact Us
Work Enhancement & Rehabilitation Center (WERC)
Medical Office Building, Fanny Allen Campus
792 College Parkway, Suite 201
Colchester, VT 05466
Phone: (802) 847-0193
Fax: (802) 847-3022
Hours of Service:
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
