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Craig Hospital is a world-renowned, 93-bed, private, nonprofit neurorehabilitation hospital and research center that specializes in the care of people who have sustained a spinal cord and/or a brain injury. Craig Hospital is a world-renowned, 93-bed, private, not-for-profit neurorehabilitation hospital and research center that specializes in the care of people who have sustained a spinal cord and/or a brain injury.

05/28/2026

If you've been a part of Craig Hospital in the last 50 years, there’s a good chance you’ve met Wendy.

This year, Wendy Gordan, MA, CCC-SLP, will celebrate her 50th work anniversary at Craig, marking five decades of service in our Speech-Language Pathology Department, including roles as the team's assistant director and director.

We asked Wendy what she believes has been the greatest impact of speech-language pathology on our patients’ lives at Craig.

Wendy shares, “Early on, speech-language pathologists help many patients return to eating, which is important both nutritionally and socially. Communication is just as critical, whether supporting patients with aphasia or helping them use augmentative communication. When someone cannot communicate, life changes dramatically.

From an outpatient perspective, it’s about helping patients understand what is possible after injury. Identifying strengths, navigating limitations and supporting goals like returning to work or driving. It’s also helping patients adjust to a new normal and recognize that life can still be good.”

We are grateful for Wendy’s five decades of expertise, leadership and steady commitment to our patients and the Speech Department. Thank you, Wendy, for all you have given to Craig and the people we serve. 💙

05/27/2026

We’re excited to share that Craig Hospital has been named a winner of the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces and Denver Post Top Workplaces.

Craig has now earned 5 USA TODAY Top Workplaces awards since 2021 and 11 Denver Post Top Workplaces honors since 2012, ranking #29 among Colorado’s top large employers this year.

“We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace. It reflects the commitment our staff demonstrate every day to each other and to our patients,” Craig Hospital Vice President of People and Culture and CHRO Amie Staudenmaier said. “We focus on creating an environment where people feel supported and valued, because we know that’s what allows them to do their best work and truly make a difference.”

We are grateful to our staff whose dedication, collaboration and care make Craig the place it is.

Read more here: http://craighospital.org/press-releases/2026-top-workplaces

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, Craig Hospital’s Operation TBI Freedom (OTF) team will have the distinct honor of participating in the wreath-laying ceremony representing each branch of the United States Armed Forces. This solemn tradition serves as a powerful reminder that the sacrifices of those in our military will never be forgotten.

For OTF, this ceremony is deeply personal. Many on our team have worn the uniform and continue serving veterans, active-duty service members and their families every day through Craig Hospital’s Military Programs. Standing alongside fellow veterans and community partners, we are proud to help honor the legacy, sacrifice and service of those who gave their lives for our nation.

This Memorial Day, we encourage everyone to pause, reflect and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms.

05/22/2026

After his stroke, JJ spent 20 days in intensive care. At times, his family did not know what recovery would look like.

When JJ arrived at Craig Hospital for neurorehabilitation, he was unable to speak because of aphasia caused by his stroke. Through PT, OT, speech therapy, the CHAT Program, the support of his wife, Ashley, and his own steady determination, JJ began rebuilding his independence and finding new ways to communicate.

As we recognize Stroke Awareness Month, it's important to know the warning signs of stroke and act quickly using the BE FAST method:

B: Balance loss
E: Eye (vision) changes
F: Face drooping
A: Arm weakness
S: Speech difficulty
T: Time to call 911

Recognizing the signs early can save lives.

05/21/2026

This spring, more than 25 Craig grads from across the country are expected to graduate from high school.

These students spent time at Craig for neurorehabilitation at some point during their high school careers and returned to their school through a transition carefully planned by Craig teachers, the student, and the student’s family and school staff.

In most cases, Craig students graduate on time with their friends!

As part of this work, we are pleased to welcome our newest teacher, Kaitlin Wanberg, who joined the School Program in April and will be working alongside High School Program Coordinator Laura Magnuson, M. Ed.

Kaitlin is a CU Boulder graduate who brings both classroom and international experience to Craig. We’re glad to have her on the team. Welcome to Craig, Kaitlin!

05/20/2026

Hospital Week is a chance to celebrate the people who make Craig what it is.

From direct patient care to the many roles that support our hospital, our staff bring expertise, collaboration and compassion to their work every day.

Last week, we showed our appreciation with a little fun mixed in, from themed days, Craig gear and plenty of treats along the way! A small thank you for the work our team does not just during Hospital Week, but all year long.

05/18/2026

Between caring for patients with brain injury, being a mother of two and continuing her own education, Lindsey, Craig Hospital neuropsychologist, understands the importance of caring for her own mental health.

And for her, one way that care comes through is with creativity, crafting gemstone necklaces and bracelets.

“One day, I noticed feeling like ‘I’m a mom and a neuropsychologist,’ and I wanted to have something for myself too, something creative. Every part of it has been so much fun for me, and it’s given me this really creative outlet that’s been healing and therapeutic.”

Lindsey has been at Craig since 2020 and appreciates how psychology is integrated as a critical part of each care team, supporting the patient, family members and team.

"Craig's mission-driven model really helps me bring my skill and expertise to treat patients in different ways that impact their sense of self after injury. I get to bring my whole self to treat patients and their families."

As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, Lindsey’s perspective is a reminder that mental health matters for everyone. Whether you work in health care, live with a brain injury or spinal cord injury, or support a loved one, making space for your own mental well-being is essential.

05/15/2026

For many individuals with spinal cord or brain injuries, gaming is more than entertainment.

It is connection, problem-solving and participation. With the right assistive technology, it can remain a part of everyday life.

Resources from Craig's Assistive Technology team can help you learn more about adaptive controllers and gaming equipment, Quadstick setups, and other tools that support independence and access.

Learn more about these resources and more here: https://craighospital.org/inpatient/assistive-technology

05/12/2026

Over the past week, we’ve been celebrating Nursing Week at Craig and recognizing the incredible nursing staff who support our patients every day.

Nursing care at Craig is built on teamwork and trust. It means forming close partnerships with patients and families, showing up for one another, and supporting recovery in ways that go far beyond technical skill.

Nursing Week gave us the opportunity to recognize the compassion, personalized care and meaningful connections our nursing teams bring to this work each day. Thank you to all of our nursing staff for the vital role you play in making Craig the place it is.

05/10/2026

Ten years ago, Annmarie arrived at Craig Hospital as a teenager who had just sustained a spinal cord injury and feared her life was over.

Today, she is a single mom raising two daughters, coaching youth soccer, working and continuing her education.

“I have come to realize that my life is amazing, just without the use of my legs,” Annmarie says.

At Craig, Annmarie learned that independence is not about returning to who you were before. It is about building a life that reflects who you are now.

This Mother’s Day, we honor mothers like Annmarie and all the ways strength, care and presence show up in everyday life.

Read Annmarie’s full story: https://craighospital.org/blog/living-a-great-life-sitting-down

05/08/2026

What does postpartum care look like for mothers with spinal cord injury?

While postpartum depression and anxiety affect many women, there is limited research on how these experiences impact mothers with SCI. Craig Hospital is supporting a new research study that focuses on listening to women who have given birth after SCI and learning directly from their experiences.

By centering patient voices, this study aims to better understand mental health challenges, access to care, and the social and environmental factors that influence postpartum recovery. The insights gathered will help guide future research and support improvements in postpartum care for women living with SCI.

Learn more about the study and why it matters: https://craighospital.org/blog/new-study-examines-postpartum-depression-in-mothers-with-sci

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