“I first started at Encore Rehabilitation-Athens when my doctor referred me for lymphedema care. Encore has Therapists who are trained to provide lymphedema treatment. I had a great experience at Encore! Then, I fell almost three years ago and hurt my neck. A few months ago, my doctor prescribed Physical Therapy and I asked to go back to Encore since my previous experience was great. Neck rehab has been very good. It has helped so much with decreasing my pain!
“I would recommend Encore because they are caring and very helpful in getting you back on your feet.” ~ Sharon Ludwig, happy patient
We are proud of your rehab success, Ms. Ludwig, and happy to have you as our Patient of the Month at Encore Rehabilitation-Athens! We wish you continued good health and great happiness! Thank you for choosing Encore!
“I would give Encore the highest rating-10 stars! Thank you!”
We’re excited to recognize Linda Lincoln as our Patient of the Month at Encore Rehabilitation – Athens! After undergoing total knee replacement surgery due to arthritis in her knee, Ms. Lincoln has worked hard to reach full recovery.
“Each Physical Therapist encouraged me and gave me all the exercises I needed to get back to 100% after my complete knee replacement. Each Physical Therapist is very efficient and the PT Technician that helps is also. The Rehab Team has given me the quality of care that I needed.”
Ms. Lincoln came to us on the recommendation of her orthopedic surgeon, who shared that Encore would have her back up in no time! Thanks to Ms. Lincoln’s diligence with following her rehab program, she is now back to doing the things she loves!
“I would recommend Encore to anyone needing rehab for any Physical Therapy needs. The staff is outstanding and really care about their patients and their healing. I’m glad to go back to a pain-free life!”
Congratulations, Ms. Lincoln! We’re proud to be part of your recovery journey!
Ms. Lincoln is shown here with Clinic Director and Physical Therapist Shearon Craig.
Check out our friend, Hudson! He attends Tender Care Learning Center in Athens where Encore Rehabilitation provide Speech and Occupational Therapy Services! Check out what his mom had to say about the progress Hudson has made as well as the benefits of receiving services at the daycare! We are so proud of Hudson!
“My son, Hudson, was diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy two years ago. One of the major developmental delays his diagnosis affects is his speech. Routine is an integral part of managing Hudson’s epilepsy. This is where Encore became, basically, a saving grace. He was able to receive his speech therapy while at school. We did not have to add extra visits, longer car rides, or introduce him into a new environment for him to receive the speech therapy he needs to thrive in life. I will be forever grateful to Encore and their staff for providing Hudson the therapy he needs at his school. -Molli Beth, Hudson’s Mom
Our FREE SCREENINGS for Pediatric Speech and Occupational Therapy Services are now available at these area daycares in Athens and Limestone Counties. Continued therapy services at the daycares are also available!
o Tender Care o Kid’s Journey o Milk and Honey Learning Academy o First Baptist WEE Program o Friendship Methodist Lucas Ferry Campus o Friendship Methodist North Campus o Lil Tot’s o Lindsay Lane MMO Program
Free Screenings will help determine if your child needs further evaluation and intervention and if so, services are conveniently provided at the daycare and billed through insurance. If services are provided, there will be an initial evaluation performed at our clinic with the parents to establish a comprehensive treatment plan that is individualized for your child and your family.
Our Speech Therapists are trained in treating articulation disorders, language disorders, social skills, use of assistive communication devices (i.e. LAMP), as well as working with specialized populations (i.e. down syndrome, autism, hearing impaired, etc.)
Our Occupational Therapists specialize in improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care routines, and overall developmental milestones, with experience supporting children with conditions such as autism, ADHD, and developmental delays.
Need more information about screenings, our services, or insurance coverage? We are here to help you! Call our clinic for more details! 256-232-1221
Introducing our amazing Speech-Language Pathologists, Dakota McCurley and Kaitlyn Smith! They specialize in helping individuals improve their communication, speech, and swallowing skills.
✅ Services provided by our Speech Therapy Team:
~Communication and Swallowing for all ages, pediatric to seniors
~Improve speech, language, voice, and hearing
~Help with swallowing and feeding
~Provide education and support for all types of communication and swallowing difficulties
~Help manage emotional and social behaviors that result from speech and swallowing disorders
~Diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders
Our Speech Language Pathologists Dakota McCurley and Kaitlyn Smith are here to answer your questions and get you back on the road to better health! Call to get started today!
Encore Rehabilitation-Hartselle 615 Mynatt Street SW, Suite A Hartselle, Alabama 35640 256-773-0138
Encore Rehabilitation-Athens 22423 Highway 72 East, Suite C Athens, Alabama 35613 256-232-1221
Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. would like to welcome Kaitlyn Smith, CCC-SLP, to the Encore Rehab Family!
Kaitlyn joins us as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She obtained her degree from The University of Alabama. She is licensed in Alabama and is nationally certified through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She works to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders.
Kaitlyn has experience working with a wide variety of adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations with a variety of diagnoses and complications including: – Neurogenic disorders- Stroke / Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Parkinson’s Disease / Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) / Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – Trauma complications/Respiratory complications/Artificial Airways – Head and Neck Cancer / Laryngectomy – Dysphagia / Pediatric Feeding Disorder – Autism Spectrum Disorder – Cerebral Palsy – Down Syndrome – Speech Sound Disorders – And more.
Kaitlyn has additional training in the completion of Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) as well as Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Exams.
She enjoys the diversity in her field with the ability to work with such a variety of patients, from helping a child produce their first words to assisting a stroke survivor with the ability to eat and speak again.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs and cooking.
Kaitlyn provides Adult and Pediatric Speech Therapy services at Encore Rehabilitation in Athens and Hartselle! Make your appointment with Kaitlyn today!
Encore Rehabilitation – Hartselle, Alabama 256-773-0738
Encore Rehabilitation – Athens, Alabama 256-232-1221
We are proud to share that our Athens clinic just got even better with the launch of our new speech room! 🎉Speech-Language Pathologists Dakota McCurley and Kaitlyn Smith are here to provide expert speech therapy services to support your child’s journey to clearer communication.
Today, we had the joy of seeing one of our young clients, Connor, light up while exploring our new room and sensory area, all while working on his speech goals. 🙂
❓Are you a parent concerned about your child’s speech and language development? We’re here to help! Our Pediatric Rehab Services offer tailored therapies designed to address your child’s unique needs with care and expertise. From speech-sound difficulties to language delays, we’re here to support your family every step of the way. 🌟
Want to learn more? Call or come by our clinic! We’d love to connect with you and discuss how we can support your child’s communication journey!
Encore Rehabilitation-Athens 22423 US Highway 72 East Athens, Alabama 35613 256-232-1221
We are excited to announce that Dakota McCurley, our dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist, has just completed training in the LAMP program (Language Acquisition through Motor Planning)!
The LAMP approach is a groundbreaking method that empowers individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to express themselves through communication. By utilizing motor patterns and targeted vocabulary, it opens up new avenues for meaningful interaction and connection.
Dakota’s commitment to expanding her skills and knowledge demonstrates her dedication to providing the best possible healthcare for our patients. We’re incredibly proud of her achievement and excited about the positive impact it will have on those we serve!
Join us in congratulating Dakota on this significant accomplishment!
Do you have questions about LAMP or other Speech-Language Services? Contact Dakota for more information! She is happy to help!
“I have used Encore Rehabilitation before, in my hometown of Athens. Since my hip surgery, I have been working towards being able to barrel race again. I was happy to transition to Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika when I returned to classes at Auburn University.”~ Emma Hargrove, happy patient
Thank you, Emma, for choosing Encore Rehabilitation as your rehab provider! We know that soon you will be racing again! We are proud to select you as our Patient of the Month at Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika.
Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika 3051 Frederick Road, Suite 4 Opelika, Alabama 36801 334-521-6644
Congratulations to Lindsey Murr, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Athens!
Lindsey is a Senior at Lindsay Lane Christian Academy where she competes in Volleyball and Basketball for the Lions. She has been selected All-Area Volleyball for 3 years; All-County Basketball; All-Area Basketball for 4 years; 1,500 points award; and 500 rebounds award. Lindsey is also the receipt of a basketball scholarship. Way to go, Lindsey!
Her personal interests include running her own business, going to the gym, journaling, art, and shopping. Her future plans are to pursue a Business Major degree at Blue Mountain Christian University while competing on the basketball team.
Lindsey is the daughter of Steve and Angela Murr.
We wish you the best, Lindsey!
Encore Sports Medicine is proud to be the Official Sports Medicine Provider for the Lindsey Lane Lions!
Encore Rehabilitation-Athens 22423 US Highway 72 East, Suite B Athens, Alabama 35613 256-232-1221
Congratulations to Whitt Jackson, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Athens!
Whitt is a Senior at Lindsay Lane Christian Academy, where he competes in Basketball and Football for the Lions. He has been named All-State Rebounding Runner–Up and All-State Shot Block Leader. His future plans include pursuing a degree in Economics from The University of North Alabama. His personal interests include watching sports, playing video games, and playing basketball.
Whitt is the son of Nancy and Lee Jackson.
We are proud of you, Whitt! Have a fantastic basketball season and Senior year!
Encore Rehabilitation-Athens 22423 US Highway 72 East, Suite B Athens, Alabama 35613 256-232-1221