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“The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do.”
Today marks a bittersweet moment for our TASS family. When Mr. Bill arrived in late August after a major stroke, the road ahead seemed daunting. Yet, through unrelenting effort and resolve, he achieved the extraordinary – walking out of TASS on his own, heading home to his family. We're bursting with pride for Mr. Bill! His journey embodies the essence of what makes TASS truly special.
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Cheers to our incredible direct care workers! 🎉 Last week, we celebrated the heart and soul of our community. Your dedication, compassion, and tireless efforts make a world of difference every day. Thank you for being the unsung heroes! 💙 #DirectCareWorkers #braininjuryawareness #braininjury #stroke #brain #tbi
At TASS, we never underestimate the importance of continued education and communication with our staff. Here is a perfect example of how our therapists ensure our staff has detailed explanations and instructions for working with the individual needs of each client.
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Who says physical therapy has to be boring?
1. Game On!🕹️: Incorporating games to keep our spirits high while working on strength and coordination.
2. Music Motivation! 🎶: Cranking up the tunes! A good playlist can make all the difference. Dance breaks in between exercises? Yes, please!
4. Partner Up! 🤗: Working with a buddy not only adds support but also makes every session feel like a fun hangout!
5. Celebrate Progress!: Every achievement, big or small, deserves a mini celebration. Let’s cheer each other on!
#braininjuryawareness #stroke #braininjury #brainhealth
Big News from TASS!
We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Vizion Health, a respected leader in behavioral healthcare and neurorehabilitation.
By joining forces, our Covington and Ponchatoula facilities will become part of a larger network dedicated to helping adults with brain and spinal cord injuries. This means expanded resources, shared expertise, and even more support for the individuals and families we serve.
We’re proud to partner with Vizion Health as we continue our mission of helping people achieve greater independence and quality of life.
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The holiday season is a time filled with joy, warmth, and togetherness. It’s a perfect opportunity to gather with family and friends, share meals, and create lasting memories.
Participating in holiday traditions can bring a sense of nostalgia and connection to our roots. From baking cookies and crafting handmade gifts to singing carols and attending festive gatherings, these activities can evoke happiness and a sense of belonging.
Additionally, the holidays often provide a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing for relaxation and reflection.
Ultimately, enjoying the holidays is all about embracing the spirit of love, generosity, and joy, making it a truly special time of year. What specific aspects of the holidays do you enjoy the most?
One of the greatest rewards of what we do is hearing from our patients after their journey with us. 💌 Today, we are deeply touched by this thoughtful note from a former patient who wanted to share their appreciation.
To our amazing team: This is a testament to the compassion and dedication you bring every day. To our patients: Your trust and words mean the world to us! 💖
#brainhealth #stroke #braininjury #spinalcordinjury #tbi
#Gratitude #PatientCare #ThankYou #MakingADifference #HealthcareHeroes
We are excited to recognize Marilyn as this month’s Staff member of the month. She has been apart of our team since 2021 . Marilyn brings positivity to the workplace with her constant smile and caring personality. Thank you Marilyn for being someone we can always count on to brightening our clients day .
Since graduating from LSU, Alex has worked in the healthcare field. After getting her degree from Louisiana State University in Business, Alex worked as the Director of Business Development for our Mississippi location. Having grown up in the family business, she knows first hand how to care for those suffering from a brain injury. She has served as Director of TASS Stroke and Brain Injury facility in Covington and most recently the Director of Business Development.
KeAisha Keller earned a bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in Psychology. She worked in behavioral health for 3 years before transitioning to brain injury. KeAisha began working at TASS in 2022 as a direct care worker at the Covington location. Most recently, she has transferred to the Ponchatoula location as Program Manager.
Ross Hunt is the director of TASS in Covington and an occupational therapist. He is also a certified brain injury specialist who specializes in optimizing independent living skills through a combination of intense multidisciplinary and holistic treatment strategies. Ross is passionate about utilizing healthy lifestyle practices like nutrition, exercise and mindfulness to influence physical, cognitive and behavioral stability.
Lexie is an Occupational Therapist at our Covington and Ponchatoula locations. She is from Covington, Louisiana where she currently lives with her husband, two children, and three dogs. She graduated from ULM where she earned her Masters of Occupational Therapy. Lexie has a strong passion for getting to know her clients’ stories and assisting with their journey to reaching their highest potential. When she is not at TASS, she is working in pediatrics and skilled nursing. Lexie enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, all things outdoors, and traveling.
Meet our team!
Amanda Parsons is a graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University where she earned her master’s degree in Community Health Education. She has worked in brain injury for the past 19 years. She has a long tenure with TASS, beginning as a direct care staff while in college. She became the Director of TASS in 2018 where she took a leading role in helping TASS achieve the prestigious CARF Accreditation, the gold standard of care in the industry. Amanda is a Louisiana native and lives in Ponchatoula with her family.
Our clients at TASS participated in sound therapy recently and loved it!
Sound therapy has many benefits for our clients. It is shown to improve mental health: anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Sound healing has also been shown to boost immune function, which can help to prevent illness and promote overall health and well-being.
Healing through sound involves aligning frequencies that promote relaxation, stimulating the brain. In this state of relaxation, the brain releases happy chemicals (Dopamine, Serotonin) which aids in regulating blood glucose levels and decreasing the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
The state of relaxation achieved allows us to feel more at ease. Sound therapy can also be effective in improving sleep quality. The soothing sounds and vibrations can help to calm the mind and relax the body, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep for longer periods of time.
Incorporating a daily sound healing practice can also enhance mindfulness and self-awareness, allowing us to focus on the present moment and the sounds and vibrations being experienced. This helps us to become more attuned to our own thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Bitter sweet BUT proud moment!! Dante has been with us since September after he was involved in a motor vehicle accident. He came to TASS in Covington for rehab following his stay in Texas. He put in the WORK and we could not be prouder of everything he has accomplished and will continue to accomplish.
#braininjuryawareness #braininiury #caraccidentsurvivor #brain #louisiana #mississippi #covington #ponchatoula #crystalsprings
Dante came to TASS late September after being involved in a car accident. He has persistently worked hard and pushed through every obstacle in his way. We are so proud of Dante and all of the amazing progress he continues to make every day and cannot wait to see what else is to come!!
#brain #braininjuryawareness #caraccidentsurvivor #stroke #therapy
Where have we been lately??
We are incredibly proud to announce that we have made it through another CARF accreditation! The Ponchatoula program has been accredited for another 3 years. The Covington program received their first 3 year accreditation!!
Thank you to CARF for continuing to help us improve the quality of our services.
Meet our Owner!
Suzanne S. Lentz, M.C.D, CCC-SLP received her Masters of Communication Disorders from LSU Medical Center in 1992. Shortly after graduation, she started working as a Speech-Language Pathologist, specializing in individuals with neurologic insults. She has worked in the field of neurological rehabilitation for over 29 years. In 2011, Suzanne opened her first residential rehabilitation facility for adults with acquired brain injury in Ponchatoula, LA. In 2019, she opened the one and only facility in Mississippi. Her latest venture opened in 2021 in Covington, LA. Suzanne oversees the clinical, and business operations of all three facilities ensuring quality care and comprehensive programming. The foundation for her success is the client centered approach to the programming provided. TASS (Ponchatoula and Crystal Spings) has achieved the prestigious CARF Accreditation, the gold standard of care in the industry. Suzanne is a founding member of the Brain Injury Association of Louisiana, where she has sat on their board since the organization began in 2005. She also holds a governor appointed seat on the Louisiana Rehabilitation Council.
For those who have kept up with Mrs. Peggy, her daughter sent us this video last week. Peggy was with us for a total of 150 days. In that time, there were plenty of ups and downs. When she came to TASS she used s hoyer lift to transfer. Today, she is walking with almost no assistance! We could not be more proud of her and everything she accomplished at TASS!
We’ve really been burying the lead in our posts lately. We have yet to mention that we also offer DAY TREATMENT PROGRAMS!! Stay tuned to find out more and how day treatment (also know as outpatient treatment) works at TASS!!
#braininjury #stroke #braininjuryawareness #braininjuryassociationofamerica #recovery #therapy
We’ve got a walker! This week Ms. Peggy has started to walk primarily with her walker instead of her wheelchair and we could not be more proud!
Therapy is not always easy on the client or family but determination and hard work will pay off every time! We work tirelessly with our clients to encourage them every step of the way!
It is amazing to see how hard work results is monumental progress. When Becky first came to TASS, she used a wheelchair as her primary form of getting around. After the first few days, she graduated to using a walker. Today, she is successfully conquering stairs!! Programming at TASS looks different from traditional hospitals and nursing homes and it truly works wonders!!
We had the best time at the park today! Being a family business really does mean family. Alex is the director of our Covington location and Sydney is finishing her last semester of nursing school. Both have grown up in this business and we love that we can incorporate our family with Ms. Peggy’s family.
AMAZING PROGRESS MADE THIS WEEK!
Our first week in Covington has been a whirl wind and we could not be more grateful to Ms. Peggy and her family for trusting us through this process! We have been working so hard and cannot wait to see what this week brings as well!
Check in throughout the week for updates on Ms. Peggy’s progress!!
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