Occupational Therapy Assistant

Meet Leslie Perry, COTA/L, CMLDT
Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Leslie Perry with her husband, Troy #EncoreRehab

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Leslie Perry with her husband, Troy

“Why do I love about Occupational Therapy? I love Occupational Therapy because I can help others, no matter the age! I am able to be a part of a recovery that will affect others’ lives.  I enjoy meeting new people and learning about their occupations and families.” ~ Leslie Perry, COTA/L, CMLDT

Leslie is a graduate of Fairview High School and Wallace State Community College. She is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant as well as a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist. She has been with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman for five years. Leslie enjoys spending time with her husband, Troy, and their three dogs, Ethel, Vivian, and Mabel.

We wish you a Happy National Occupational Therapy Month, Leslie! Thank you for your dedication and commitment to providing quality rehabilitation. 

Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
1701 Main Avenue SW, Suite G
Cullman, Alabama 35055
256-775-3737
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Meet Rachel Ryan, COTA/L

Rachel Ryan, COTA/L with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman #EncoreRehab

In celebration of National Occupational Therapy Month, please meet Rachel Ryan, COTA/L with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman!

Rachel is a graduate of Danville High School and holds a Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Wallace State Community College. She has worked for Encore Rehabilitation for almost two years. She says, “My favorite part about working with children is coming up with fun treatment ideas and getting to see them grow and learn!”

Thank you for all you do, Rachel! Happy National Occupational Therapy Month!

Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
1701 Main Avenue SW, Suite G
Cullman, Alabama 35055
256-775-3737
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Meet Tammy Bryson, COTA/L, of Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman

Tammy Bryson, COTA/L with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman #EncoreRehab

Say hi to Tammy, Bryson, COTA/L, with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman!

Tammy has been a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for 13 years and enjoys her career. She says, “As I have been in the school system, I have seen many children progress and reach goals that seemed so difficult for them in the beginning. Helping a child be successful as they attain their developmental milestones is very rewarding to me.”

Tammy received her degree from Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Alabama. Her expertise is in pediatrics, autism, and sensory-related disorders.

Tammy is married with two children. She enjoys cooking as well as making farmhouse furniture with her husband. She is active in her church where she enjoys many volunteer activities.

Happy National Occupational Therapy Month to Tammy and all our dedicated Occupational Therapists and Assistants! 

Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
1701 Main Avenue SW, Suite G
Cullman, Alabama 35055
256-775-3737
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Happy National Occupational Therapy Month!
Black background with red hearts reads April is National Occupational Therapy Month

Happy National Occupational Therapy Month!

Encore Rehabilitation would like to wish all of our
Occupational Therapists and Assistants
a Happy National Occupational Therapy Month!

Our Occupational Therapy Teams help individuals and families with achieving their maximum independency. Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants help people of all ages to participate in the things they want to do and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities (occupations).

These everyday activities include:

  • Movement
  • Bathing / Showering
  • Communication and Handwriting Skills
  • Rest and Sleep
  • Social Skills
  • Eating, Swallowing, and Feeding
  • Dressing
  • Child Rearing
  • Toileting and Toilet Hygiene
  • Health Management and Maintenance
  • Meal Preparation and Clean up
  • Driving and Community Mobility
  • Care of Pets
  • Shopping
  • Care of others
  • Home Establishment and Maintenance
  • Improved Strength and Endurance
  • Safety Procedures and Emergency Responses.

Thank you to all our Occupational Therapists and Assistants for the quality care and deep compassion you give to our patients!

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