By Sue Paul, OTR, COO Yesterday, John and I hosted a luncheon honoring 12 employees and contractors who have been working at BRG for more than five years. The purpose was simple and heartfelt; let us break bread with those who have shown commitment to this journey. Our intention, though sincere, was about as utilitarian …
Alzheimer’s and other dementias are neurological diseases Cognitive impairment in early stage Alzheimer’s disease limits a physical therapist’s ability to accurately assess motor skills, muscle tone, and strength. Because therapists typically use traditional fact-finding approaches like question/answer and verbal commands, Alzheimer’s patients can be dismissed as “within functional limits” or “not appropriate for therapy” due …
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There’s a new CREW in town. Baker Driving Rehabilitation! Baker Driving Rehab is a partnership between Baker Rehab Group and driving rehabilitation therapist, Meredith Lyons. This partnership is, as Sue Paul says, a “you complete me” kind of arrangement with Baker Rehab Group. Baker Driving began seeing the first clients in July and is speeding …
Perhaps you’ve noticed that Baker Rehab is growing by leaps and bounds. In spite of a few farewells in 2013, we have continued to expand our staff and our geographic footprint in three states. Because we are a small company, we depend on everybody pitching in to make it all work. We are especially grateful …
Sue Paul, aka The Dementia Queen, had a highly productive and rewarding 2013. Here are some highlights: In February, Sue was a guest on the television show Go Healthy For Good on the Hope Channel where she discussed occupational therapy and dementia. In April, Sue was invited to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Advocacy Forum …
If you know Dr. John Baker, you might be aware of the enormous impact his energy and passion for physical therapy is having on the profession. At the very least, the impressive list of credentials and initials on his business card should clue you in. The man is dedicated, and tireless, and his list of …
As home health therapists, we stumble into all kinds of circumstances. When occupational therapist Erin King met a family living in dire conditions, she took action. “This is a family who is doing everything right, but can’t get a break,” Erin explained. “They are a lovely couple with an adult son who is developmentally disabled. …
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BRG is excited to introduce Jacob Bal, SLP as head of our Speech Language and Pathology program. Jake studied psychology and linguistics at the University of Michigan where he developed an interest in working with children with autism. After completing his undergraduate degrees, Jake decided on pursuing a graduate degree in speech and language pathology. …
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125 patients deep into Baker Rehab Group’s revolutionary new program called “Prehab Plus”, we are seeing amazing result. Prehab Plus was a program originally designed to strengthen patients prior to elective joint replacement or spinal surgery. The premise had already been proven in the research literature, and the delivery of physical therapy services in the …