Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Celebrating OT Month with Encore OT Rehab Team at USA University Hospital!

Celebrate National Occupational Therapy Month with us as we proudly recognize the incredible Occupational Therapy Rehab Team at USA University Hospital! 💙

From left to right:
Kyra Miller, Occupational Therapist
Paden Majure, Occupational Therapist
Hollie Chapman, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Ryan Thompson, Occupational Therapist and Director
Michelle Hutto, Occupational Therapist
Abi Anderson, Occupational Therapist
Alexa Carter, Occupational Therapist

This dedicated team brings exceptional skill, collaboration, and compassion to every patient they serve. Through their commitment to helping individuals regain function and improve quality of life, they make a meaningful impact each and every day!

Thank you all for your dedication and for the difference you make! 💙

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Happy OT Month to the Encore OT Rehab Team at USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital!

We’re proud to spotlight our Occupational Therapy team at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital and the incredible work they do each day!

Their dedication, compassion, and teamwork play a vital role in supporting patients and families—both in the outpatient setting and throughout the hospital. The impact they make goes far beyond treatment, helping improve quality of life in meaningful ways.

Front Row: Holli Blount, OTR/L, Katie Blankenship, OTR/L
Back Row: Alexa Carter, OTR/L, Erin Fadalla, OTR/L, Selena Hartley, OTR/L
Not Pictured: Melanie Coleman, OTR/L

We’re grateful for all that you do—thank you for your continued commitment to those you serve! ❤️

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Happy Occupational Therapy Month to Ocean Springs & D’Iberville Pediatric Rehab Teams with Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.!

In celebration of National Occupational Therapy Month, we are proud to recognize our incredible Pediatric Occupational Therapy Teams at Ocean Springs Pediatric Rehab and D’Iberville Pediatric Rehab !

Our Occupational Therapists help little hands do big things by building fine motor skills, supporting independence, and helping children gain confidence in everyday activities. Through patience, creativity, and compassionate care, they turn challenges into victories and make therapy engaging, meaningful, and fun.

This team truly exemplifies this year’s theme, “Enriching Lives Through Meaningful Engagement,” by helping children develop the skills they need for success at home, at school, and in life!

Thank you to our amazing Pediatric OT Team for the lasting impact you make every single day! 👏💙

Peyton Belton, OTD, OTR/L
Sydney Broussard OTD, OTR/L
Emily Cannon COTA/L
Joy Gough, OTR/L
Ava Hostetler MS, OTR/L
Kellie Kvislen, MS, OTR/L
Ami Mitchell, LOT
Emma Ray OTR/L
Kayla Rigsby, OTR/L
Tahera Taylor, OTR/L
Tammy Wade OTR/L

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Madie Rollins – I have returned to doing everything without pain ~with Encore Rehabilitation-Tupelo

Madie Rollins shares, “Occupational Therapy has allowed me to return to everything I used to be able to do without pain. I highly recommend Encore Rehabilitation Tupelo. I have been there before and they are so friendly and patient.”

Following recent wrist surgery, Ms. Rollins worked hard through Occupational Therapy to regain strength, mobility, and function. Her dedication and determination throughout the rehab process have truly paid off.

Encore Rehabilitation – Tupelo is proud to recognize Madie Rollins as our Patient of the Month!

Ms. Rollins is pictured with Katelyn Blassingame, Occupational Therapist; Tanner Gardner, Occupational Therapy Assistant; and Dawn Bean, Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist.

We are so proud of the progress you’ve made, Ms. Rollins! Thank you for trusting Encore Rehabilitation with your care—not once, but twice! Your hard work is an inspiration to others on their recovery journey.

Encore Rehabilitation-Tupelo
499 S Gloster Creek Village, Suite F1
Tupelo, Mississippi 38801
662-269-8006

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Celebrating National Occupational Therapy Month with Simon Waldrop, COTA/L with Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field

In celebration of National Occupational Therapy Month, we are proud to highlight Simon Waldrop, COTA/L, at Encore Rehabilitation–Brookley Field! 💙

Simon Waldrop is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) with a strong background in diverse clinical settings, including outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, acute care, and pediatrics. A graduate of Pearl River Community College, Simon brings both clinical knowledge and real-world experience to every patient interaction.

As a U.S. Army veteran, Simon is known for his discipline, reliability, and commitment to service—qualities that translate into compassionate, patient-centered care. With a deep understanding of functional therapy techniques and a passion for improving quality of life, Simon is dedicated to helping individuals regain independence and reach their fullest potential.

Simon truly exemplifies this year’s theme, “Enriching Lives Through Meaningful Engagement,” through the care, encouragement, and support he provides to his patients every day!

Thank you, Simon, for your dedication and for making a meaningful difference!

Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field
1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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Celebrating National Occupational Therapy Month with Encore Rehabilitation at DeKalb Regional Medical Center

In celebration of National Occupational Therapy Month, we are proud to highlight our incredible Occupational Therapy Rehab Team at Encore Rehabilitation–DeKalb Regional Medical Center! 💙

Jess Long, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and Jaylah Martin, Occupational Therapist, bring exceptional skill, compassion, and dedication to every patient they serve. Together, they provide patient-centered care to pediatric patients with diagnoses including developmental and scholastic delays and autism, as well as adult patients recovering from conditions such as CVA and post-operative rehabilitation.

Jaylah has recently become certified in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation, further expanding the high-quality care she provides to our patients.

Jess and Jaylah truly exemplify this year’s theme, *“Enriching Lives Through Meaningful Engagement,”* as they help patients build independence and improve their quality of life every day!

Thank you, Jess and Jaylah, for making a meaningful difference! 👏💙

Encore Rehabilitation-DeKalb Regional Medical Center
200 Medical Center Drive
Fort Payne, Alabama 35968
256-997-2460

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Welcome to April Blackmon, COTA, to Encore Rehabilitation-Winfield!

Please join us in welcoming April Blackmon, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, to Encore Rehabilitation – Winfield!

Originally from Nauvoo, AL, April brings over a decade of experience in Occupational Therapy, with a strong background in geriatric care. A graduate of Wallace State Community College, she recently returned to the therapy field with a renewed passion after exploring substitute teaching—an experience that reignited her love for pediatrics.

“I’m very excited for this new journey and to be a part of the Encore team!” – April Blackmon

April’s compassion, versatility, and dedication make her an incredible addition to our team. Welcome to the Encore family, April—we’re thrilled to have you!

Encore Rehabilitation-Winfield
199 Carraway Drive, Suite A
Winfield, Alabama 35594
205-487-0540

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Thankful for the Encore Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy Team at Ocean Springs Neurological Rehabilitation

Thank you to the Encore Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy Rehab Team at Ocean Springs Neurological Rehabilitation. We appreciate the excellent patient care you provide. We hope you have a great Occupational Therapy Month!

The Occupational Therapy Team includes Elliott Morris, Jaime Garrett, Katelyn Moen, and Amy Polite! We are very proud to have each of you on our Rehab Team!

Ocean Springs Neurological Rehabilitation
3603 Bienville Blvd.
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564
228-818-1207

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Happy Occupational Therapy Month to Joy Gough with Encore Rehabilitation & Ocean Springs Pediatric Rehab

Happy Occupational Therapy Month to Beverly Wheeler, COTA, with Encore Rehabilitation-Fayette

Celebrating Occupational Therapy Month with Tracy Hyde with Encore Rehabilitation-Haleyville

We would like to recognize Tracy Hyde!

Tracy is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and provides Occupational Therapy Services to Haleyville City Schools, Phillips Elementary and High School in Marion County as well as Lakeland Community Hospital, Northwest Home Health and Encore Rehabilitation-Haleyville.

Tracy obtained her degree from Wallace State Community College, has been practicing for nearly 12 years, and has been with Encore Rehabilitation for 10 years.

She is married and has three children. Tracy enjoys spending time with family and friends, road trips, flowers, the beach, naps, and watching her kids in their extra-curricular activities.

Her favorite part of Occupational Therapy is helping people to reach their goals and become the best version of themselves.

Tracy says, “This is such a rewarding field, and I’m blessed to be a part of it!”

Tracy, we are so happy to have you on our Encore Rehab Team! We hope you had a great Occupational Therapy Month!

Encore Rehabilitation-Haleyville
42465 Highway 195
Haleyville, Alabama 35565

205-486-2753

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Jackson Crook is Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Haleyville

Happy Occupational Therapy Month to Kaitlyn Webb with Encore Rehabilitation-Haleyville

Happy Occupational Therapy Month to Beverly Wheeler, COTA, with Encore Rehabilitation-Fayette

Join us in recognizing Beverly Wheeler!

Beverly is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who services the Fayette and Lamar County School systems. Beverly obtained her degree from Wallace State Community College and has been practicing as a school therapist for 12.5 years.

Beverly is married and has three children and nine grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with her family, kayaking, and singing with the worship team at church.

As a COTA, Beverly aims to provide her students with quality care in an interactive environment and develop creative treatment approaches.

We are proud to have Beverly with our Encore Rehab Team! Beverly, we hope you had a Happy Occupational Therapy Month!

Encore Rehabilitation-Fayette
1793 North Temple Avenue
Fayette, Alabama 35555
205-904-8228

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Mr. Mosier is Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Fayette

David Thomas Aldridge is Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Fayette!