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June 30, 2025
Lemonade on the terrace anyone?
ACLC Assisted Living Residents enjoyed a lemonade social in the shade to beat the summer heat.
June 30, 2025
Ms. Carrie Bridwell arrived at Abundant Christian Living Community in April following a short hospital stay. Her medical history included acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia, COPD, asthma, pulmonary hypertension, and heart failure. During her time as a resident at ACLC, she benefited from the expertise of our therapy and respiratory teams.
Our Respiratory department played a vital role in Ms. Bridwell's care by providing oxygen, nebulizer treatments, and guidance on incentive spirometry deep breathing exercises. Although she used home oxygen, she required continuous supplemental oxygen while with us. Through the collaborative efforts of our therapy teams, focused on managing her COPD, Ms. Bridwell received the necessary support for her activities of daily living and learned to manage her breathing effectively, leading to increased strength and independence.
Ms. Bridwell made significant strides at ACLC, enabling her to return home with her spouse and regain her independence. She improved after just a few weeks of rehabilitation and was diligent with her oxygen, nebulizer treatments, and deep breathing exercises. Upon discharge, she was able to continue her recovery at home with the support of respiratory Durable Medical Equipment (DME), Home Health Services, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. She was very pleased with her progress and overall outcomes. While a resident, Respiratory provided her with multiple treatments and daily oxygen checks to ensure her breathing did not hinder her progress.
We are incredibly proud of Ms. Bridwell's achievements and are delighted that she could continue her recovery surrounded by her family in the comfort of her own home. Ms. Bridwell, we commend your hard work and wish you continued health and happiness!
June 27, 2025
Mr. James Rhea, a 94-year-old Assisted Living resident, was hospitalized for acute respiratory failure with hypoxia, a possible pulmonary embolism, and questionable congestive heart failure. He came to us needing assistance from all therapy modalities, with a primary focus on respiratory weaning.
With the strong encouragement and support of his family, Mr. Rhea began his rehab recovery journey. When he was in the hospital, he required 15 liters of supplemental oxygen. Upon admission to our care, his goal was to continue oxygen weaning, and he started at 6 liters of oxygen via nasal cannula.
From the outset, the resident, his family, rehab team, and respiratory therapists worked diligently to wean him off oxygen. The goal was to help him regain as much independence as possible so he could return to his assisted living apartment. Respiratory therapy and all therapy departments monitored and adjusted his oxygen levels daily, as tolerated. Respiratory therapy also coached him in deep breathing exercises, pursed-lip breathing, and the use of an incentive spirometer to improve his breathing during activity.
Thanks to the combined efforts of everyone at ACLC and the incredible support system around Mr. Rhea, he was successfully weaned from 15 liters to 6 liters, and eventually to just 2 liters of oxygen as needed. He expressed feeling as good as, or even better than, before, thanks to the comprehensive support and care he received during his time with us.
Following his discharge, respiratory therapy followed up with Mr. Rhea in the Assisted Living part of the campus. Working with the Social Worker, Assisted Living nursing staff, and his family, we ensured a smooth transition back to his home environment. Mr. Rhea was thrilled to return to his routine and friends. He now has an oxygen concentrator for occasional use and has been educated by our staff on how to monitor his oxygen levels, practice deep breathing when short of breath, and safely use oxygen in his apartment.
Both Mr. Rhea and his family are overjoyed with the progress he has made, which has allowed him to reclaim his life and independence. He is now equipped with the knowledge to focus on his health and wellness.
Congratulations, Mr. Rhea! We are incredibly proud of your hard work and wish you continued health and happiness.
June 26, 2025
Ms. Lori Peterson came to Abundant Christian Living Community following a hospital stay resulting in a decline in function. Upon admission, she was having difficulty with transfers, walking, and performing daily activities impacting her level of independence.
Ms. Peterson worked hard and was determined to return home. She was happy with her progress and states, “My experience couldn’t have been any better here. It’s because of therapy I’m up walking today. All the therapists were patient and helped me so much get up and going.” She is looking forward to going home to see her dog, Oakley and to see and enjoy her beautiful yard.
The ACLC Team is proud of you, Ms. Peterson! Thank you for choosing Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center.
June 25, 2025
ACLC is happy to share Lightnin’ Charlie entertaining all his “lightnin’ bugs” (fans).
Click photo to see and hear him on our Photo & Video Gallery page!
June 20, 2025
Take me out to the ballgame! Residents had a great time at Faith & Family night at the TVA Credit Union Ballpark.
ACLC is proud to be a title Sponsor for the Johnson City Doughboys! Kayla Baker, the new Executive Director for ACLC Independent Living, threw out the first pitch.
Click photo to see Kayla in action!
June 13, 2025
Everyone grab your “Betty Bucks”! The ACLC Bingo Store was open for business again today.
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June 13, 2025
Whoever said chivalry is dead hasn’t visited ACLC. A gentleman always gives his chair to a lady. Thank you to our Maintenance Director, Gary, for all he does for our facility and our residents.
June 13, 2025
Dietary Staff at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City and Abundant Christian Living Community participated in a hands-on training class with General Mills Account Executive, Jamie Bass.
Jamie demonstrated several different techniques for making pizza, desserts and biscuits. I think everyone’s favorite was the 2-ingredient cobbler.
June 3, 2025
Ms. Margaret Bauman came to Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center following a hospital stay resulting in a decline in function. Upon admission, she was having difficulty with transfers, walking, and performing daily activities impacting her level of independence.
Ms. Bauman worked hard and was determined to return home with her husband, Henry. She progressed from a moderate level of assistance to a supervision to independent level of assistance with transfers, performing daily activities and walking. Ms. Bauman was happy with her progress and states, “My therapy here was so good. They helped me get stronger and be able to walk and perform my daily activities myself so I can go home.” She is looking forward to going home to get back to her daily routine.
We are proud of you, Ms. Bauman! Thank you for choosing Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center.
May 30, 2025
Ms. Katy Quade came to Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center following a hospital stay resulting in a decline in function. Upon admission, she presented with decreased strength, balance, and overall decreased endurance impacting her level of independence.
Ms. Quade worked hard and challenged herself to progress to an independent level of assistance with transfers, walking, and dressing. Ms. Quade is happy with her progress and states, “When I came here my strength was 0 now, I’m stronger than I’ve ever been before. Everyone here showed me love and support during my healing process. My experience has been great!” Ms. Quade is looking forward to going home to see her dogs Pee-Wee and Donna.
The ACLC Team is proud of you, Ms. Quade! Thank you for choosing Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center.
May 30, 2025
Join us each Monday morning for Yoga, 9:30 - 10:10am, in the Tower on the 2nd Floor Gym.
May 28, 2025
There’s nothing like a cup of coffee on the patio with your best friend to start the day!
Here at Abundant Christian Living Community, friendships flourish, and you too can be a part of the fun. Call today to schedule a tour! (865) 258-4502.
May 19, 2025
We celebrated Nursing Home Week May 11 - 17th.
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May 19, 2025
ACLC was happy to honor our resident Mom’s for Mother’s Day with a sweet treat and roses.
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May 16, 2025
Ms. Daisy Bowers came to Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center following a hospital stay resulting in a decline in function. Upon admission, she presented with decreased strength, balance, and overall decreased endurance impacting her level of independence.
Ms. Bowers worked hard and challenged herself. She progressed from a dependent level of assistance to independent with transfers, ambulation, and dressing. Ms. Bowers is happy with her progress and states, “I’m glad I’ve met everyone here. There are some outstanding people that work here. Therapy has helped me so much. They were patient with me and helped guide me to get my independence back.” She is looking forward to going home and shared she has bought all kinds of camping equipment to go camping and fishing when she gets back home.
The ACLC Team is proud of you, Ms. Bowers! Thank you for choosing Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center.
May 15, 2025
ACLC would like to thank Milligan University for hosting yesterday’s Chamber of Commerce Breakfast.
We were happy to see Representative Renea Jones (pictured with ACLC Marketing Director, Deshawn Mingo). We’d like to thank Renea for being Washington County’s Representative in the Tennessee General Assembly. Our community is grateful for her advocacy and support as a member of the House.
May 14, 2025
Resident and Staff took the new golf cart for a spin around campus recently. Stop by and join us on a tour today!
May 13, 2025
“Nurses are like flowers in a garden, each with their own special way of making the world a little brighter.”
ACLC was excited to deliver these beautiful hanging baskets to all of our wonderful nurses to celebrate Nurse’s Week last week.
Thank you to all the Nurses out there who bring light to each patient you care for.