Key Rehabilitation, Inc.

03/20/2026

Great connections in Kearney.

Kristen and Jacob represented Key Rehab this week at the LeadingAge Nebraska Annual Conference & Expo – “Carnival of Change.”

The event brought together aging services professionals from across the region for several days of learning, collaboration, and connection. 

Conferences like this are a valuable opportunity to engage with leaders, share ideas, and continue strengthening the partnerships that support residents and communities across Nebraska.

We appreciate everyone who took the time to connect with our team.

03/20/2026

Key Rehab is proud to announce Avory’s promotion to Regional Supervisor.

A Physical Therapist Assistant by discipline, Avory brings a strong educational background in healthcare and leadership, including:

• PTA degree – Kansas City Kansas Community College
• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology – Kansas State University
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration – Wichita State University

Avory’s journey into therapy is deeply personal. Born with bilateral club feet, he underwent two Achilles tendon lengthening surgeries as a child and required significant therapy to regain his ability to walk normally. Through the support of therapists, he was able to participate in sports and everyday childhood activities.

That experience shaped his purpose.

Today, Avory is committed to helping others the same way therapy helped him — restoring mobility, improving independence, and enhancing quality of life for every patient he serves.

Congratulations, Avory, on this well-deserved promotion. We’re excited to see your continued leadership and impact across the region.

03/19/2026

Recovery starts with determination — and the right support.

Earlier this year, Jim H. sustained a fall while entering an elevator at his community. The fall resulted in significant hip, pelvis, and back pain, leaving him dependent on a wheelchair for mobility when he had previously been fully independent.

When Jim began therapy at Brookdale Wornall Place, he required moderate to maximum assistance for transfers, mobility, and activities of daily living.

The therapy team worked closely with Jim to build a plan focused on restoring strength, mobility, and independence. Starting with gentle strengthening and gradually progressing to functional mobility and ADL training, Jim quickly showed just how motivated he was to get back on his feet.

Within just a few weeks, Jim progressed to walking over 150 feet with a front-wheeled walker, improving bed mobility, and safely completing transfers with minimal assistance.

His progress didn’t stop there.

Jim eventually transitioned from a walker to a single-point cane, increased his walking distance to over 300–500 feet, and can now move freely throughout his community again.

One of his biggest accomplishments?
Climbing the grand staircase in the Brookdale Wornall lobby without stopping using his cane.

Today, Jim reports his pain has decreased significantly, often reaching 0/10, and he continues to stay active and independent.

We’re incredibly proud of Jim’s hard work and grateful for the opportunity to support his journey.

📍 Pictured: Jim and Avory celebrating his milestone in front of the grand staircase.

03/18/2026

March is a time to celebrate the dedication and commitment of our Key Rehab team members reaching work anniversaries.

Each milestone represents years of care, collaboration, and the meaningful work our clinicians and team members bring to the communities we serve. From helping patients regain independence to supporting facility partners every day, our team continues to make a lasting impact.

Thank you to everyone celebrating a work anniversary this month. Your dedication strengthens our mission and the care we provide.

We’re proud to have you on the Key Rehab team.

03/17/2026

Key Rehab was proud to be represented at the ADVION Legislative & Regulatory Conference in Washington, DC last week.

Zach K., DPT, MHA, Executive Vice President of Therapy & GeroPsych Services, attended the conference to engage in discussions surrounding the regulatory and policy landscape impacting post-acute care.

Events like ADVION bring together leaders across the healthcare continuum to discuss the policies shaping reimbursement, access to care, and the future of services supporting older adults.

Staying engaged in these conversations helps ensure our teams and partners remain informed and prepared as the regulatory environment continues to evolve.

03/16/2026

March is Social Work Month, and at GeroPsych we want to recognize the incredible impact our social workers make every day.

Working in senior living and post-acute care settings requires compassion, clinical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to advocating for residents and their families. Our GeroPsych social workers play a vital role in supporting emotional well-being, navigating complex care needs, and helping older adults maintain dignity and quality of life.

Through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, they help ensure residents receive care that supports both their mental health and their overall well-being.

To all of our GeroPsych social workers — thank you for the dedication, empathy, and professionalism you bring to the communities we serve.

03/13/2026

03/13/2026

We’re heading to Kearney!

Key Rehab will be attending the LeadingAge Nebraska Spring Conference on March 18.

Kristen and Jacob will be onsite connecting with senior living leaders from across the state to discuss therapy partnerships, outcomes, and strategies that support independence and quality of life in Nebraska communities.

LeadingAge events are always a valuable opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and strengthen relationships across the long-term care continuum.

If you’ll be there, we’d love to connect.

03/12/2026

This week, we recognize the leaders who keep long-term care communities moving forward.

During National Long-Term Care Administrators Week, we want to thank the administrators who work tirelessly to support residents, families, and care teams every day.

Your leadership shapes the culture of your communities, strengthens interdisciplinary collaboration, and ensures residents receive the care, dignity, and support they deserve.

At Key Rehab, we are grateful for the opportunity to partner with administrators who are committed to quality care and strong teams.

Thank you for your leadership and for the trust you place in us to support the communities you serve.

03/11/2026

March 8–14 is National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week — a time to recognize the critical role therapy plays in supporting patients with respiratory conditions.

Pulmonary rehab is more than exercise. It’s structured, interdisciplinary care that improves endurance, safety, and quality of life.

In skilled nursing, assisted living, and outpatient settings, effective pulmonary rehab programs often include:

✔ Breathing techniques (pursed-lip & diaphragmatic breathing)
✔ Energy conservation strategies
✔ Graduated endurance training
✔ Functional mobility with oxygen management
✔ Frequent rest breaks with symptom monitoring
✔ Education on pacing and self-management

For facilities, a strong pulmonary program can reduce hospital readmissions, improve activity tolerance, and support safer transitions home.

Respiratory conditions are complex — and require coordinated therapy expertise to address safely and effectively.

If your community is looking to strengthen its pulmonary rehabilitation programming, we’re here to help.

03/10/2026

Community. Connection. Continued care.

Key Rehab had the privilege of hosting an open house at Westbrook in Kearney, MO — bringing together residents, staff, friends, and family for an afternoon of learning and connection.

Guests enjoyed our signature Key Rehab cookies while hearing from our direct leaders, Sabrina and Jodi, about the importance of continued restorative care and how therapy supports strength, independence, and overall wellness.

What stood out most?
This tight-knit community encouraging one another to stay strong, stay active, and stay healthy.

Thank you to Westbrook for welcoming us — and to Jenn, Jodi, and Sabrina for representing Key Rehab so well.

Strong communities build stronger outcomes.

03/09/2026