Encore Rehabilitation was proud to be a Silver Exhibitor at the combined Fall Meeting for the America Physical Therapy Association- Tennessee and Tennessee Occupational Therapy Association held in Chattanooga, TN! Thank you to everyone who came by our table to say hello and learn more about our organization, services, and careers.
Representing Encore at the conference were Encore Regional Vice President Barri Lenox, PT, and John Henderson, Director of Recruiting.
We are pleased to select Chase Nolen as Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Andalusia Physical Therapy!
He has made a remarkable recovery and we are proud to be a part of his rehab journey!
Here is Chase’s story as shared by his wife, Kelley. “Chase was born with a congenital heart condition. Doctors told his family that he would not survive, but God had other plans. In 2012, doctors implanted a pacemaker/defibrillator. Chase typically needs the pacing due his heart rate being slow. But on November 27th of last year, as he was helping set up tables and chairs at church, his heart went into a dangerously fast rhythm that caused him to pass out. Because he also takes blood thinner, the resulting fall led to a life-threatening brain bleed.
“Chase was life-flighted from Andalusia Health to UAB where he underwent emergency brain surgery. His healthcare team explained that he would die without the surgery, but that he could also die during surgery. Even if he survived, they wanted us to be prepared for the possibility that he would only be able to ‘sit in a chair and follow us around the room with his eyes’ for the rest of his life.
“But God had other plans again! The surgery went well, and he began to recover. He went from the neuro ICU to the cardiac unit and finally to Spain Rehabilitation. At first, just sitting up on the side of the bed was draining for him. Then he began standing up with the help of two therapists. Slowly, but surely, he got better and better. He was able to come home on January 6th.
“We were thrilled that he could continue with his Occupational and Physical Therapy so close to home at Encore! Continuity of care was critical for him to be able to regain lost skills. He has gone from relying on a walker (and for long distances a wheelchair) to walking completely on his own without any device. His stamina and endurance have also increased. We are grateful for each Encore staff member who has worked with him to help him achieve his goals.” ~Kelley Nolen, wife of Chase Nolen
We admire the resilience and determination that Chase demonstrates with his rehab and recovery. He is an inspiration to us and others. We wish Chase continued success!
Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia Health Physical Therapy 125 Medical Park, Suite 106 Andalusia, Alabama 36420 334-428-7040
Meet Ethan Powell, Occupational Therapist with Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia!
Ethan has been a practicing Occupational Therapist in Andalusia, Alabama, for over 4 years. He is experienced in outpatient, skilled nursing, and acute care working with strokes, hand injuries and repairs, geriatrics, and other upper extremity neurological diseases.
Ethan shares, “I love to make personal connections with each patient. The best part is helping people achieve their full potential despite any impairments.”
We are proud to have Ethan with the Encore Rehabilitation Rehab Team!
Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia Physical Therapy 125 Medical Park, Suite 106 Andalusia, Alabama 36420 334-428-7040
Gunner is two years old and has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. He started skilled Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy at Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman when he was nine months old.
Gunner’s mom shares: “Since receiving rehab at Encore, Gunner has made excellent progress in all areas globally. He has made progress with gross and fine motor development as well as in communication and feeding development. All the staff has been so caring, and they really want Gunner to succeed.”
We love Gunner and his family! And we are proud of the progress he is making!
Do you have questions about your child’s development? We are here to help!
Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman 811 2nd Avenue SW Cullman, Alabama 35055 256-775-3737
The Encore Rehabilitation Corporate Office was proud to host members of the Encore Work Zone Industrial Rehabilitation Committee recently in Decatur, Alabama. It was a great day of planning and learning together. Thank you to the Committee for all you do! We appreciate your dedication and commitment to excellence!
Shown here are Doug Bates, Chris Lynch, John Henderson, Jeremy Boswell, Encore President Paul Henderson, Jay Chittam, Sid Scarborough, Elisabeth Bernier, and Sharon Smelser.
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!
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
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
Join us in wishing Aubrey Lawrence a Happy Occupational Therapy Month!
Aubrey has been a practicing Occupational Therapist for 13 years. She has worked in different settings but her favorite setting is outpatient hand therapy. She loves helping patients and getting to know their stories. In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her children and taking care of her pets and plants.
Thank you for all you do, Aubrey! We are proud to have you with the Encore Rehabilitation Family!
Encore Rehabilitation-Pelham 120 Cahaba Valley Parkway Suite 201 Pelham, Alabama 35124 205-216-2613
Join us in wishing Kyra Caldwell a Happy National Occupational Therapy Month! Kyra is originally from Chicago and a graduate of Tuskegee University. She now resides in Birmingham and is an Occupational Therapist with Encore Rehabilitation-Bessemer West.
Kyra shares, “I love being an Occupational Therapist! It’s challenging and I’m constantly learning new things. It’s so rewarding being able to help people engage in daily activities that are important to them.”
We are proud to have Kyra on the Encore Rehab Team! Thank you for all you do, Kyra!
Encore Rehabilitation-Bessemer West 950 Medical Center Drive Bessemer, Alabama 35022 205-481-7125
