BCMH Rehab & Fitness Center

09/18/2025

🌟 Exciting gift basket giveaway from the BCMH Rehab & Fitness Center! 🌟

LIKE and SHARE this post and FOLLOW our page to enter to win this prize basket featuring exercise items and fitness goodies sure to help keep your body active and healthy!

The winner will receive a one-month FREE membership to the Fitness Center, Trideer Exercise Ball, Exercise Mat, High Density Foam Roller, a Resistance Bands Set, Exercise Dice, Dr. Teal's Pure Epsom Salt and a $25 Baraga Bucks check courtesy of the BCMH Rehab & Fitness Center.

*The lucky winner will be chosen at random and messaged by this BCMH Rebab & Fitness Center page ONLY. The winner will not receive a message from any other accounts and the recipient will be announced on October 20.

Enter our giveaway and be sure to follow this page to learn more about how BCMH Rehab provides services for those in need of physical rehab assistance, as well as offers its fitness center to the community!

09/02/2025

🌟 Employee of the Month Spotlight: Trina, COTA 🌟

We’re proud to shine this month’s spotlight on Trina, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) whose compassion, experience, and dedication make her an invaluable part of our team.

Trina's journey into occupational therapy is truly inspiring. After a successful 15-year career as a Research and Development Scientist in the pharmaceutical industry, she followed her heart and earned her COTA degree from Madison College in 2016. Since then, she’s been making a profound impact—especially in the lives of those in rural communities.

What sets Trina apart is her passion for adaptive sports and community service. She’s volunteered with adaptive downhill ski programs across Montana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, helping individuals with disabilities experience the joy and freedom of the slopes. She’s also spent five years coaching Special Olympics tennis and swimming in Madison, WI, where she champions inclusivity, confidence, and skill-building for athletes of all abilities.

In her work as a COTA, Trina has a special appreciation for home health care. She is deeply committed to helping individuals in rural areas maintain their independence in safe, practical, and meaningful ways. Her clients value her for her positivity, resourcefulness, and the genuine care she brings to every visit.

Trina’s unwavering dedication, uplifting spirit, and passion for service make her a true advocate for quality care and inclusion. She doesn’t just support her clients—she empowers them to live life on their own terms.

Thank you, Trina, for your outstanding contributions and for making such a positive impact on the lives of those you serve. We’re so grateful to have you as part of our community!

08/20/2025

🌟Join us in saying good luck and farewell to our summer intern, Ellie!🌟

The BCMH Rehab and Fitness team has had the pleasure of introducing Ellie to the fields of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. She spent the summer learning about our work, getting to know our patients, and discovering how we can make a real impact in people’s lives.

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the patients who allowed Ellie to observe their treatment sessions—your openness and support were invaluable to her experience.

Here’s a message from Ellie:
“I would like to thank BCMH for welcoming me this summer. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity! The staff at BCMH and the BCMH Fitness and Rehab Center are some of the kindest and most genuine people you will ever meet. A huge thank you to the community for allowing me to sit in on visits with providers and therapists. Without your support, my internship would not have been possible. Thank you!”

Best of luck with the upcoming school year, Ellie! We will miss you and hope to see you back again in the future!

👉 Interested in a summer internship? Whether you're hoping to explore our services or get a glimpse into a medical career, we’d love to connect with you!

Please note: Internship opportunities at BCMH are very limited and based on availability. If spots become available, they will be posted in April 2026. Be sure to check back then — positions fill quickly!

08/06/2025

🌟 Employee of the Month: Amarjeet Singh, PT, DPT🌟

With over 14 years of clinical experience, Amarjeet is a highly skilled and compassionate physical therapist who has worked across diverse healthcare settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, and home health. His passion for helping others led him to earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Utica University in New York and a Bachelor of Physical Therapy (BPT) from India. Alongside his academic qualifications, Amarjeet holds several certifications, including Kinesio Taping (USA), Neurodynamics (Australia), and Joint Mobilization and Manipulation (India), enhancing his ability to provide effective and comprehensive care to his patients.

Since 2020, Amarjeet has been an integral part of the team at Baraga County Memorial Hospital, specializing in musculoskeletal injuries, neck and low back pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery. He takes pride in offering individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs and goals of each patient. By combining evidence-based techniques, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercises, he strives to help patients achieve optimal results and improve their quality of life.

Amarjeet’s approach to physical therapy is not just about treating symptoms, but about fostering a genuine connection with his patients. He believes in building trust and providing compassionate care, which is why he’s proud to serve the community in Baraga County. Always eager to advance his knowledge, Amarjeet is committed to professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field of physical therapy. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his family, playing badminton, hiking, and staying fit at the gym. It is this combination of expertise, dedication, and passion that makes Amarjeet a standout physical therapist and a valuable asset to the Baraga County community.

We’re proud to have Amarjeet as part of our team, delivering expert care and making a difference in the lives of our patients every day.

07/16/2025

🏅 Congratulations, Josh Tarnowski! 🏃‍➡️

Join us in congratulating former Physical Therapy patient Josh Tarnowski, who originally came to BCMH Rehab & Fitness Center with knee pain during running. Josh recently returned to BCMH to proudly share the medal he earned at Grandma’s Marathon, where he placed 163rd out of 7,555 participants with an impressive time of 2:44:52 — achieving a 3½-minute personal record (PR)!

Josh shared:
“I came into BCMH Rehab and Fitness Center with intense knee pain, hoping to recover quickly enough to run a marathon within a few short months. Penny and the team helped me build back strength, and I was able not only to run the marathon but to set a PR by over 3 minutes! I’ve run cross country and track at UW-Stevens Point and have had my fair share of injuries, but the BCMH team gave me the tools,
exercises, and guidance I needed to return to full strength. I ran the Boston Marathon in 2024 and hope to run it again — along with the Chicago Marathon this October — thanks to the rehab I received at BCMH.”

We’re incredibly proud of Josh’s accomplishments and honored to have been a part of his
journey!

Are you like Josh and working toward your own running or fitness goals? Come see us at BCMH Rehab & Fitness! We offer:

● Free 15-minute screenings
● Running analysis with Penny (offered at a set price)
● Personalized treatment plans to help you get back to doing what you love

📞 Call us today (906) 524-3445 to schedule your visit — we look forward to seeing you soon for all your physical therapy needs

07/10/2025

Did you know we offer outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy and rehab services right here?

Whether you need help recovering movement and functionality from surgery or chronic issues we can evaluate, create a plan, and help you get control back over your life.

Get a free injury consultation to determine if therapy is beneficial to you by calling 906-524-3445

Learn more here:
https://bit.ly/4kWYcEO

07/02/2025

🌟 Employee of the Month: Jessica M. Froberg, PT, DPT Physical Therapist, Clinic Leader🌟

Jessica has been an invaluable member of the Baraga County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) team since 2013 and has served as Clinic Leader since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Fitness and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, both from Central Michigan University, graduating in 2009 and 2012, respectively.

With extensive experience across BCMH’s outpatient, inpatient/swing bed, home health, and skilled nursing facility services, Jessica brings a well-rounded perspective to patient care. She thrives in a rural setting, where the diverse range of cases allows her to work with a wide spectrum of patients—from infants to geriatrics. Jessica’s clinical interests are varied, but she has a particular passion for pediatrics, young athletes, neurologic and balance issues, orthopedics, osteoporosis, and Women’s Health.

In addition to her broad expertise, Jessica has received specialized training in Women’s Health, including pelvic floor rehabilitation, pregnancy, and postpartum care, further expanding her ability to support and treat women through different stages of life.

Jessica’s dedication to her patients and her versatility across multiple care settings make her an indispensable part of the BCMH team. Her commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive care enhances the hospital’s ability to serve the Baraga County community with excellence.

Outside of her professional life, Jessica values family above all. She enjoys spending quality time with her husband Mike, stepchildren Bryant and Bailey, and their young son Deacon. In her free time, Jessica loves traveling, spending time at camp, and reading, while cherishing moments with close friends.

Jessica’s deep expertise, leadership, and genuine passion for patient care make her a cornerstone of BCMH, ensuring the highest level of service to the community.

06/18/2025

The BCMH Auxiliary is putting together a Community Cookbook, and we need your help! 📘🍪

Have a favorite family recipe, a go-to dish for gatherings, or a dessert everyone loves? We'd love to include it!

Submit your recipe by July 31st in one of the following ways:

- Email it to lmbelpedio@bcmh.org
- Drop it off at the BCMH Registration Desk
- Submit it online using this link: https://www.typensave.com/get-started/ (Username: bcmh2025, Password: strawberry388)

👇More details are included on the flyer below.

Your participation is appreciated! Thank you for helping us bring this project to life!

06/12/2025

Sign up your Team for the June 14th Selkey Golf Scramble and support your Community Foundation, that supports your community !!

06/05/2025

🌟 Employee of the Month: Rachael 🌟

Please join us in celebrating Rachael as our Employee of the Month! While we are incredibly proud to honor her, this recognition is bittersweet, as Rachael will soon be leaving our facility. Her impact, however, will be felt for years to come—not only among her colleagues but within the entire community she has so passionately served.

Rachael’s journey in occupational therapy began in high school, inspired by her own experience with hand therapy. In her words:
"I knew I wanted to specialize in hand therapy as an Occupational Therapist since my freshman year of high school following a round of therapy for myself. We are connected to the world through our hands, and regaining function after an injury or illness is extremely important. I find high value in the work of helping people regain their independence and participation in their most desired activities."

With 11 years of experience in various settings, Rachael has brought skill, compassion, and dedication to every patient interaction. She adds, "I have most loved meeting patients from all over the country and hearing their stories. BCMH is a fantastic place to work with great colleagues and patients. I have loved getting to know the community."

Rachael, thank you for your incredible contributions, your unwavering commitment to patient care, and the heart you’ve brought to our team. You will be greatly missed, and we wish you all the best in your next chapter!

05/22/2025

Our clinic will be closed on Monday, May 26th, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend as we honor and remember those who have served.

Please note: If you are a gym member and have a key card, you will still have access to the gym during the holiday.

Thank you!

05/16/2025

Back with another installment of Running with Penny 101! 🏃‍♀️🏃👟

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