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NeuroHope Wins 2017 “Health Care Heroes” Award

March 5, 2017/in Annoucements, General Blog Posts/by Chris Leeuw

The physical therapy team at NeuroHope has been named “Top Honoree” for Community Achievement at the 2017 Health Care Heroes Awards!

The annual event, presented by the Indianapolis Business Journal, took place during an elegant breakfast at the Conrad Hilton to recognize doctors, hospitals, community programs, and volunteers who are devoted to bettering health care in Indiana. NeuroHope was humbled to be among the nominees, and honored to take home the top prize in Community Achievement.

Read the article in the Indianapolis Business Journal here!

Director of Therapy Nora Foster accepted the award, flanked at the podium by her amazing team of Sara Sale and Donna Peterson. These ladies are the heart and sole of NeuroHope. Two years ago, they took a leap of faith to join me in a daunting task. As highly trained therapists in neurologic injury, they recognized a void in care in the healthcare landscape, and from a purely altruistic motive, decided to help address it. Their effort has led to the creation of a clinic where injured individuals can continue affordable physical therapy and wellness programs to maximize their recovery process and improve long-term quality of life.

Every clinic revolves around the standard of care it provides its patients. That standard begins and ends with the knowledge, skill, and compassion its clinicians provide. There is no team of therapists I would rather have leading NeuroHope than Nora, Donna and Sara. I witness their work every day, and I’ve experienced it first hand. For me, it’s personal.

Donna and Sara were two of the first therapists that worked with me following my spinal cord injury 7 years ago.   Paralyzed from the neck down, I was admitted to the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana two weeks after my injury to begin the grueling recovery process. Donna was assigned to my case. I knew nothing about spinal cord injury. I knew nothing about the complications my body was experiencing, and I was completely in the dark about my chances for recovery. I was a floating head on a pillow with no concept of the journey that lay ahead.

Inpatient therapists are tasked with a difficult role. Doctors slam their patients with a whirlwind of information and a glimpse of their diagnosis, but therapists are on the front lines to pick up the pieces. They are the first clinicians to spend extensive time and offer hope to injured individuals. Their job is to implement a physical recovery plan, but they unwittingly become counselors, teachers, and mentors as well.

Donna was with me every day for the first eight weeks of the most trying period of my life. Sara participated in a few of my early sessions as well. At a time when therapy was spent ranging my limbs, and contracting a single muscle was a major victory, they pushed me, educated me, and took the time to answer every question I had about my injury. Most importantly, they cared deeply about my progress. They were on the journey with me. Seven years later we are on a remarkable journey again.

Nora gives the same devotion to each and every one of her patients. It is a pleasure to watch her work, and an honor to have her leading the services at NeuroHope. When I met her three years ago, NeuroHope was only an idea. The vision was planted in my head, but without the right clinician, the roots of NeuroHope would never take hold.   I needed a therapist skilled and passionate about neurologic recovery, with the “fire-in-the-belly” to help will NeuroHope into existence. I’m honored to have found her.

I can not imagine three individuals more deserving of their “Hero” recognition. Not just for their role in creating NeuroHope, but for the lives they have touched throughout their entire careers.

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NeuroHope Nominated for 2017 Health Care Heroes Award

January 26, 2017/in Annoucements, General Blog Posts/by Chris Leeuw

NeuroHope_Therapists The physical therapy team at NeuroHope has been selected as one of three nominees in “Community Achievement” for the Indianapolis Business Journal’s 2017 Health Care Heroes Award!

NeuroHope was created three years ago because of a simple realization: Many patients recovering from neurologic injury are discharged from rehabilitation too soon with no place to continue their recovery.  Insurance caps therapy coverage after only a few months and traditional healthcare clinics are unable to continue treatment at an affordable out-of-pocket rate.

NeuroHope’s Director of Therapy, Nora Foster (DPT), and her team of Donna Peterson (PTA) and Sara Sale (DPT) have embarked on a path to fill this void in care. From a purely altruistic motive, and with no experience in healthcare administration, they became devoted to creating a clinic that operates beyond traditional, insurance-based services.

NeuroHope integrates insurance visits with extremely discounted private-pay rates in order to provide patients with long-term care. This involves combining aggressive therapy with wellness goals to maximize recovery and improve quality of life.

In two short years, NeuroHope’s vision has proven successful. The team has created a non-profit outpatient healthcare clinic from scratch, become credentialed with Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurance, and works with the Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis to provide students with Internship and volunteer opportunities.   NeuroHope’s patient-centric model was also the catalyst behind a 2015 change in Indiana law to help fund long-term rehabilitation programs.

Most importantly, Nora and her team have helped 36 patients, ranging from spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy on along their road to recovery.

This recognition is well-deserved for Nora, Sara, and Donna.  Not only for the work they have done to launch NeuroHope, but for the devotion they have shown to all of their patients over the their entire careers.

The 2017 Health Care Heroes Awards will be presented at a special IBJ breakfast at the Hilton Conrad on Friday, March 3rd.

Click here for more information.

 

 

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Chris Named to IBJ’s “Forty Under 40” List

February 25, 2016/in Annoucements, General Blog Posts/by Chris Leeuw

Every year the Indianapolis Business Journal selects forty individuals in the Indy metro area who “have demonstrated impressive career achievements and unparalleled community involvement before the age of 40.”  The annual list is meant to recognize some of our city’s up-and-coming entrepreneurs, philantropists, and community leaders.   I am honored to be a member of the 24th class!

Chris&Kristen40under40 A special print edition of the IBJ was dedicated to the class, and an in-depth profile of each member was included.  Read my segment here:

http://www.ibj.com/articles/56987-forty-under-40-chris-leeuw

The class of 2016 was honored at a reception at the Skyline Club in the One America Building and will also have the privilege to preside over a $40,000 grant, provided by the Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF), to local charities.

I can’t thank the NeuroHope team and our supporters enough for all that has been done to launch our clinic over the last three years.  Without their support NeuroHope would be an idea instead of reality.  And, we are only just beginning!

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NeuroHope in the Press: Feature in IBJ

April 13, 2015/in Annoucements, General Blog Posts/by Chris Leeuw

Last month, we welcomed Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) Healthcare reporter J.K. Wall to NeuroHope.   He and a photographer dropped by on a bustling Wednesday to learn about the vision we have for our clinic, and to chat with some of our clients as they worked their tails off in therapy.

The result: A fantastic front page article in the March 15 edition!  Wall eloquently explains the void in therapy in central Indiana, and the model behind how we are changing the paradigm for longer rehab visits, and affordable access.

You can read the article here!

We would like to give a big thanks to J.K. Wall for his visit, and to our awesome clients Randy, Brad, and Ariane for sharing their recovery stories.

 

 

 

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Friday morning at @ibjnews Healthcare & Benefits Power Breakfast.  Great discussion led by @communityhealthnet , @eskenazihealth , and Anthem executives on rising #healthcare costs, and solutions for affordable access to care ……Which is the CRUX of the mission we deliver at NeuroHope for people living with high cost #neurologic injuries.
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Staff Highlight Video! Spotlight on Occupational Therapist, Elizabeth Mahay!

Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Saint Louis University. She has experience evaluating and treating patients in trauma, intensive care, orthopedic and neurology in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She served as a primary therapist in neurology and neurosurgery units and she centers her treatment philosophy around helping patients recover function, fine motor, and visual skills to promote functional independence in daily life.

In this spotlight video, Elizabeth describes the welcoming and encouraging atmosphere at NeuroHope that helps clients stay motivated. She explains how she loves seeing clients meet their goals and loves that NeuroHope clients and team hype each other up and push each other to be better. Check out Elizabeth’s video here…

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We are delighted to announce that NeuroHope has been nominated for the inaugural Neuro Rehab (NR) Times “Above and Beyond” Award.

We are honored to be nominated for this award and we congratulate the other healthcare organizations being recognized along with us. 

We respect and appreciate the selfless dedication, commitment, and hard work of the individuals working in the Neuro healthcare sector who strive to deliver above and beyond care and services. 

We are so grateful for our amazing NeuroHope team and their commitment to deliver above and beyond treatment to our clients every day! 

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It was an amazing 6th annual ”SWING FORE HOPE” presented by Valeo Financial!! Thank you to our sell-crowd of participants and sponsors that made year six a success at Ironwood Golf Club: All told $63,000 raised for our programs!!.

Thank you @hensleylegal @rehabmedicalinc @fourdayray Barnstown Bourbon, @jacksonfamilywines for a fantastic day raising funds for #paralysisrecovery 

And ALL of our hole and food sponsors that made happen! @goodmancampbellbrainandspine , @vonlehman , @conquerparalysisnow , @indy_biplanes
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Team NeuroHope hosted a two-day seminar with @iuskillsonwheels for chair practice navigating ramps, curbs, obstacles, transfers and all around wheelchair skills.  Big thanks to the volunteers and the Skills on Wheels team for an awesome time ♿️💪!
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Thanks to @indynowtv @fox59 for having Chris and NeuroHope patient James Ahlers in studio to talk about spinal cord injury recovery, NeuroHope’s growth and “Swing Fore Hope” - where James will be the 2023 “Grand Marshal”!

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Tune in @indynowtv tomorrow morning at 10:00! 24-year-old James Ahlers and NeuroHope Executive Director Chris Leeuw will be on @fox59 to raise awareness for our programs!
Hear James’ story - paralyzed with a #spinalcordinjury in a swimming accident last summer - and his journey at NeuroHope. 💪💪.
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We’re kicking off National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month with First Friday with Friends, featuring Health Coach and NeuroHope client Laura Burdick, MPH. Laura gave us amazing tips for making delicious healthy snacks and fueling our bodies with dense nutrients to promote healing and good health! We are so grateful for the supportive community here at NeuroHope! 

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Staff Highlight Video! Spotlight on Physical Therapist, Brittanie Howe!

Brittanie started her career aspirations with a Bachelor‘s degree in Biology and then moved on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Trine University. In graduate school, Brittanie found her passion for the neurologic population because of the complexity of the patients, needs and the amazing people within this population. Brittanie is LSVT certified, a treatment protocol to aid those with Parkinson’s disease.

In this video, Brittanie describes the supportive nature of the NeuroHope community and compares it to a family. Brittanie describes her goal-oriented approach to physical therapy with clients and how she is inspired by her client’s resiliency and positive energy. Check out Brittanie’s video here…

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Don't miss the EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION for our 6th Annual Swing "Fore" Hope Golf Scramble at Ironwood Golf Club on Monday, September 18th, 2023 presented by Valeo Financial!  Our teams are almost full! Join us with a foursome or sponsor a hole. Register here: https://neurohopewellness.networkforgood.com/events/57914-swing-fore-hope

We will kick off the event with a meet-and-greet with special guest, Indy 500 Champion Alexander Rossi. NeuroHope client James Ahlers will speak at our opening ceremony as Grand Marshal and Dalhia Goldstein from Country Summer will sing the National Anthem!

Enjoy an end-of-summer day at Ironwood Golf Club in Fishers. Your ticket covers breakfast, coffee from Lulu's Coffee & Bakehouse, bourbon cocktails and cigars by Bardstown Bourbon, lunch, beer from Four Day Ray, pizza dinner, and a full day of fun. Please help us reach our $50,000 goal to expand our programming!

Big thanks to our early-bird event sponsors: Hensley Legal Group, Rehab Medical, and Langdon Shaw Associates. 

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Wooo Whooo!! James’s approval from a power chair to a manual chair got approved. This is a big step in his recovery journey! We are so happy for you, James! 

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Groundbreaking Day with @conquerparalysisnow and @sam.schmidt_ !  Excited to begin renovations on the 108,000 square foot facility : expanding our services for an affordable continuum of care for neurologic injuries .

Read about it in the Indianapolis Star! Link in bio!

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🚨MAJOR NEWS!!🚨 Thrilled to announce a partnership with @sam.schmidt_ & @conquerparalysisnow as we begin renovations this fall for our FUTURE HOME! - the 108,000 square foot , former “Five Seasons Sports Club” on the northside of #Indianapolis !

This is a monumental step for the community as we take our shared mission of providing an affordable continuum of care for neurologic conditions to the next level.

1 in 4 people will experience a paralyzing condition (#stroke, #spinalcordinjury, #braininjury) in their lifetime.  These conditions often take months or years of intense rehabilitation to maximize recovery. 

Unfortunately, due to rising #healthcare costs, and limited insurance allowances, it is difficult for traditional healthcare providers to offer affordable access to  long-term care.

 The average stay in acute rehabilitation for patients has declined from 98 days in the 1970s to just 16 days in 2022.  Then, most insurance plans limit outpatient therapy to just to an average of just 28 days.

It’s a sad irony: As research and therapeutic innovation advances, access to resources declines.

 Since 2015, NeuroHope has worked tirelessly to fill this void in care in Indiana.  With support from @uindy , @uindy_kspt , the Indiana Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Fund, the @orthoindy Foundation, @reevefoundation @cicfoundation and many others , we have built a multidisciplinary #physicaltherapy, #occupationaltherapy, and adaptive wellness center that has helped hundreds of patients. 

The need for care has outgrown our 13,000 square foot gym.  We are honored to be working with CPN to create a continued care, and #adaptivefitness center unlike any other!

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In March 2020 Renee had a heart attack and a stroke. After completing treatment at Community South and RHI, she came to NeuroHope in March of 2023 to continue her recovery journey with us. Renee works hard, engaging in both physical and occupational therapy. Check out Renee running on our Power Step with the support of PTA Lydia and Tech Lex. 

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Unveiling our new @bionessrehab BITS Balance training system - thanks to the generosity of an incredible donor!!
OT Elizabeth and PTA Lydia demonstrate how BITS combines vision, cognitive, motor, and balance tasks to challenge and assess patient strength , memory, and stability.  Our team can use this tool for posture and balance training, hand-eye coordination, vision re-training and much more.
It's all part of our continuing mission to make the best resources and interventions available to the patients that need them.
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James taking a stroll on the @hocomamedical Lokomat. Like most insurance covered therapy - access to resources like this are typically limited to an average of 28 therapy visits before coverage is exhausted. 
The reality is - MUCH more time and access is needed to maximize recovery.
The great irony - at a time when breakthroughs in research and therapy interventions are being discovered, access to them is becoming increasingly limited.
Affordable, longer-term access is needed.
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Longtime client Juan #tbi still making strides.  Sit to stand and ALL HIM 🙌. Long-term, affordable rehab.  This is why we’re here 💪💪

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⛳️ EARLY-BIRD registration is ON for the 6th Annual Swing “Fore” Hope Golf Scramble benefiting NeuroHope, presented by Valeo Financial!  Monday, September 18 at Ironwood Golf Club in Fishers. Food, beer, prizes, bourbon tastings by @bardstownbourbonco and a day on the course. Early-bird prices until August 15!

Our goal: $50,000 campaign to expand our programming and spinal cord injury research. Sign up, sponsor, or spread the word! https://neurohopewellness.networkforgood.com/events/57914-swing-fore-hope

Thanks to our current sponsors: Langdon Shaw Associates, Inc., @hensleylegal and Rehab Medical. 

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Today is Disability Awareness Day and we’re shining the spotlight on one of NeuroHope’s caregiver/family members! 

Michele Green is the wife of NeuroHope client Steve Green. In this video, she shares her unique perspective as a family member and caregiver of someone who has suffered from a stroke that resulted in paralysis. 

Caregivers and support systems play a crucial role in a NeuroHope client’s recovery. Michele discusses how the NeuroHope team has supported and given her family hope during her husband’s recovery and rehabilitation. Listen to Michele’s insightful words here…

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🎉 We are so excited to welcome our new Wellness Coordinator Melissa “Mel” Spencer to the NeuroHope Team!

Mel comes to us from the University of Indianapolis and she is a certified Exercise Physiologist, working towards her masters in Exercise Science. Mel loves to run and spend time with her dog. We are so pumped to have her at NeuroHope!

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🎉 Thanks to the O’Bryant family for their generous donation of this stepper for our NeuroFit cardio classes! 

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