Community Life

This month’s featured success story highlights George Bacon, a hardworking resident who was admitted to Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center following a hospitalization for community-acquired pneumonia.

During his two-and-a-half-week stay, Mr. Bacon received Physical, Occupational, and Respiratory Therapy. Initially, his progress in rehab was limited by a frequent cough, congestion, and shortness of breath. He struggled to manage his oxygen saturation levels during exertion, requiring his oxygen intake to be increased from six liters to eight or more.

Our Respiratory Therapy Team worked with Mr. Bacon daily to provide breathing treatments and incentive spirometry, adjusting and eventually weaning his oxygen as he recovered. It was remarkable to witness his progress as he went from experiencing constant shortness of breath to requiring only four liters of oxygen. As his cough subsided and his strength returned, he gained the lung volume necessary to maintain his oxygen levels independently.

Through his time with us, Mr. Bacon learned how to monitor his breathing, manage his oxygen levels, and reduce shortness of breath. His hard work and perseverance allowed him to regain his independence and complete his recovery at home. We are pleased to share that he was able to return home in time for the holidays to be with his dog and enjoy his improved health.

We are very proud of your recovery, Mr. Bacon, and it was a pleasure working with you.

Mr. Buddy Blankenship came to Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center following a hospital stay resulting in a decline in function. Upon admission, he was having difficulty with transfers, walking, and performing daily activities impacting his level of independence. 

Mr. Blankenship worked hard and was determined to return home with his, Mary. He progressed from a moderate level of assistance to independent with dressing, transfers, and walking. Mr. Blankenship is happy with his progress and states, “Therapy really helped me get so much stronger and gain my independence.” Mr. Blankenship is looking forward to going home to get back to his daily routine. 

The ACLC Team is proud of you, Mr. Blankenship! Thank you for choosing Abundant Christian Living Community Rehabilitation Center.

We love a good reason for a party - so how about all those January birthdays!

Click photo to see more!

Look at our new wall décor! We are making our warm, comfortable environment even more beautiful.

Click photo to see all the new artwork.

It looks like some of the independent living ladies are having a “tea”riffic time crafting tea light jars for their kitchens!

Click photo to see more!

We asked several Independent Living residents if they had any New Year's resolutions for 2026. Here are their answers...

Click image to see video on our Photo & Video Page!

Who says midnight gets all the fun? ACLC celebrated a Happy “Noon” Year with their favorite people just a little early. No one fell asleep at this celebration! 

Click photo to see more.

Making spirits bright with snacks, ugly sweaters and games! Nothing beats a good, old-fashion Resident Christmas Party! 

Click photo to see all the fun!

Residents having a great time at the ETSU Women’s Basketball game. ACLC was proud to be the title sponsor, cheering the team onto a win. Go Bucs! 

Click photo to see more!