Altru Rehabilitation Hospital

03/05/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to recognize the challenges many individuals with brain injury face.

After a brain injury, it’s common to experience difficulties with speaking, reasoning and memory. These changes can make everyday tasks feel harder — not just for the person recovering, but also for their caregivers. That’s where speech-language pathologists come in.

Learn how speech therapy can help you or your loved one regain essential communication skills and independence after a brain injury in inpatient rehabilitation.

Speech therapists play a vital role in the recovery of a loved one who suffers from a TBI. Learn memory exercises, techniques, and guidance for caregivers from trusted SLPs at Encompass Health.

03/03/2026

Join us for our next Continuing Education Lecture Series. In this free CEU, Daniel Marrufo, therapy team lead at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland, will discuss the link between caregiver stress and hospital readmissions. Learn how to assess caregiver stress levels plus get strategies to help them manage their stress and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Topic: Caregiver Stress on Hospital Readmissions: An Essential Factor for Positive Outcomes
Dates/Times:
Wednesday, March 11 – Noon and 6 p.m. CT
Wednesday, March 18 – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Speaker: Daniel Marrufo, MS, CCC-SLP, MBA
Therapy Team Lead, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland

One hour CE credit available for PT, OT, LVN, RN, CCM, SW, SLP

Register now: https://ehc.rehab/mar2026ceu

03/02/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! We are proud to help those recovering from brain injuries get back to the activities that matter most to them.

02/27/2026

We are proud to be part of Encompass Health's national network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. The Company has been named to two prestigious lists: Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies and Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Companies.

These recognitions reflect the dedication of our exceptional clinicians and teams who show up every day to help patients recover from life‑changing illnesses and injuries. Their unwavering commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care is what truly sets us apart.

02/26/2026

Coping with a life-changing diagnosis is never easy. It can bring overwhelming feelings of grief, shame, anger or even depression. With the right support, though, it is possible to manage these emotions and continue living a meaningful life.

Learning to build healthy coping strategies and knowing when to ask for help can empower you to move forward with confidence.

Experiencing a life-changing diagnosis can impact your well-being. Explore holistic strategies for coping, recovering, and finding hope through post-acute care.

02/12/2026

This week is Heart Failure Awareness Week. During this time, we are reminded of how many are touched by this condition every day. Understanding the different types of heart failure and how they affect the people we care about helps us to offer more empathy and support.

At Encompass Health, we’re committed to educating patients and their families by providing the resources they need to manage heart health with confidence.

Lifestyle changes and following a medication routine can go a long way in heart failure self management.

02/06/2026

Altru Rehabilitation Hospital recently participated in a career expo at the University of North Dakota, where students had the opportunity to learn about careers in nursing, therapy, case management and quality.

If you’re passionate about healthcare and looking for your next opportunity, explore careers at Altru Rehabilitation Hospital at encompasshealth.com/grandforksrehab.

02/05/2026

A stroke can impact more than just your mobility; it can change how you see the world. Vision changes are common after a stroke, but they don’t have to limit your recovery.

At Encompass Health, our care teams, including physicians, therapists, nurses and more, help patients adapt to post-stroke vision challenges. Discover how inpatient rehabilitation can help you regain not just your sight, but your quality of life after a stroke.

Vision loss after stroke is a common occurance. Learn how inpatient rehabilitation can help restore visual performance and independence.

02/03/2026

Congratulations to Darrel Wilson, physical therapist, who was named our employee of the month for December. Darrel provides the encouragement and support his patients need to reach their goals during rehabilitation. He always brings a positive attitude and treats patients with compassion and empathy. We appreciate having him on our team.

02/02/2026

Congratulations to Cora Stork, licensed practical nurse, on being selected as our employee of the quarter. You go above and beyond for your patients and colleagues, and it never goes unnoticed. We’re so proud to have you on our team — well done!

12/31/2025

During the week of December 9th-12th we proudly celebrated our rehabilitation nurses who help patients rebuild strength, regain independence, and rediscover hope. Your commitment, collaboration, and compassion make recovery possible every day.

Thank you for engaging with patients, families, and each other to create a healing environment where progress is celebrated and every milestone matters. We are grateful for all you do!

12/30/2025

We came together to celebrate the season and, most importantly, the incredible people who make our rehabilitation hospital such a special place.

Thank you to our dedicated staff for the compassion, teamwork and commitment you show every day to our patients and to one another. We’re grateful for the chance to slow down, share a meal and enjoy some well-deserved holiday cheer.

Wishing our amazing team a joyful holiday season and a healthy, happy New Year!