Katelyn & Nurse Lauren
Published Dec. 6, 2019
This is Katelyn and her Aveanna nurse Lauren. Katelyn was born with Pierre-Robin syndrome. She has faced many other diagnoses resulting from this condition. But she’s faced them all with her unstoppable spirit and a smile. Lauren joined the Aveanna …
Jeremiah Takes His First Steps
Published Nov. 29, 2019
By Kim, Jeremiah's mom My son Jeremiah has grown not only physically but emotionally as well with physical therapy. When Jeremiah was born, we already knew he would have a harder time with simple things such as eating, talking, and walking. Even cra…
Caring for Isamia
Published Nov. 22, 2019
Today we would like to introduce Home Health Aide Marcia and her Aveanna patient Isamia. Marcia is an incredible caregiver with amazing compassion and care. We asked Marcia to share with us what it’s like to be the caregiver for Isamia. When we aske…
A Life-Changing Aide
Published Nov. 15, 2019
In celebration of Home Care Aide Week, we would like to share a little bit about our patient Hudson and his Aveanna aide, Danni. When his previous caregiver could no longer work with him, Hudson was devastated. For Hudson, who has Autism Spectrum Di…
Continuing to Serve as a Veteran
Published Nov. 8, 2019
As Veterans Day approaches, we would like to share a little bit about Aveanna team member and United States Navy veteran Robert Bowman. When Rob joined the Navy in 1995, he found a sense of camaraderie and purpose that he had never felt before. “I w…
Tips for Adaptive Trick-or-Treating
Published Oct. 25, 2019
By Hallie Ager, PT It's that time of year again - time for the ghosts and goblins to fill the streets and for loads of candy to be handed out! While this is an exciting time for children, it can also be a time of stress and worry for some families…
Great Toys for Increasing Mobility
Published Oct. 18, 2019
By Katherine Shepard, PT There are so many benefits to getting children up and moving. It builds strength, promotes social interaction, allows them to explore and learn about their environment, and so much more! Children with movement disorders or …
Spooky Sensory Halloween Activities
Published Oct. 11, 2019
By Hays Nichols, PTA, and Chelsea Bise, PTA With Halloween lurking around the corner, here are some fun ideas for parties, therapy sessions, and functional décor! Not all children can participate in all activities, so this list encompasses fun for …
Finding Adaptive and Inclusive Halloween Costumes
Published Oct. 4, 2019
By Maggie Strange, PT, and Tiffany Keenum, SPT One of the best parts of Halloween is undoubtedly the costumes! Parents love to see their children experience the excitement of dressing up and participating in trick-or-treating or other Halloween acti…
Lariah and Forever Nurse Mary
Published Sept. 20, 2019
By Lariah’s mom, Lavelle Nurse Mary came into our lives at a very difficult time, but the perfect time. Lariah was very fragile with a lot of breathing difficulties, g-tube fed, and needed 24-hour care. After 18 months at Children’s Hospital we were…
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