Spring and Summer Bring Increased Activity To Fairlawn The sense of renewal that comes with warmer New England weather also has its affect on Fairlawn staff and patients. So here’s a taste of just some of things that have been happening at the hospital since the arrival of spring. New Technology Helps Restore Cognitive, Physical Functions Stroke survivors and others with neurological injuries and illnesses often have difficulty regaining the ability to perform everyday functions such as walking, talking and even swallowing. In response to these difficulties, Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital has introduced several new therapeutic technologies to its inpatient and outpatient programs.   Fairlawn Recognized as a Stroke Rehabilitation Center of Excellence Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital is one of only 18 hospitals in HealthSouth's nationwide network of more than 90 rehabilitation hospitals to be recognized as a Stroke Rehabilitation Center of Excellence.