Texas NeuroRehab Center

We are proud to feature Jill Farris, a Clinical Liaison who has been with us since 2022. Jill brings a decade of occupational therapy experience across inpatient rehab, skilled nursing, and outpatient settings. She currently helps us facilitate patient transitions to our Bluebonnet Rehabilitation Hospital and Tejas Post Acute Brain Injury Program. Jill is typically one of the first people that our patients and their families interact with, utilizing her knowledge of the facility and the resources available to ensure that patients receive the exact care that they need. Jill says that she cherishes family time with her husband, two young children, and two dogs. She adds that they often enjoy outdoor activities with neighbors, family, and friends. She finds joy in reading, staying active, and promoting the benefits of our diverse rehabilitation programs. Jill is driven by her passion for helping others and improving her community, and we are thrilled to have her on our team! #MeetTheTeamThursdays

We just got done treating our newest employees to a cookout lunch! They had an opportunity to meet their direct managers and the leadership team while enjoying tasty fajitas. We had a wonderful time preparing yummy food and taking a moment to spread positivity while getting acquainted with everyone. We are all excited to have you on our team!

In celebration of the #4thofJuly, TNC hosted a potluck in the medical unit and set up a popcorn/snow cone station for all to enjoy. We appreciate our hard workers and all they do to help make the hospital be a success. #TNCAppreciation

Pat Adams, RN, is one of our most experienced Clinical Liaisons. She brings over 27 years of dedicated experience to her role, including 18 years with our team. She is passionate about impacting patients, their families, and referral sources through exceptional care. Pat began her career as a nurse aide while pursuing LVN and RN/BSN education. With a diverse background in school nursing, medical center work, and entrepreneurship in medical care home health, Pat also served in the USAR Nursing Corp Reserve from 1982 to 2001. Pat is an avid reader, maintains a fitness routine with four to five workouts per week, walks her dogs every morning, swims, and enjoy playing bunco. Pat even co-founded the "Hill Country Bunco Queens" in 2001, a testament to her community engagement and natural leadership abilities. We are all extremely happy to have Pat on our team. Thank you for all that you do! #MeetTheTeamThursdays

Please join us in welcoming our newest employees! We are thrilled to have this dynamic crew joining our team, and can't wait to see all the amazing things we'll achieve together! To see all of our career opportunities, visit bit.ly/TNRC_Careers.

Ariel Gonzalez is a dedicated Lead Tech on our adolescent girls unit. She is driven by a belief in making a difference in children's lives, particularly those overcoming adversity. In the year she has been with us, Ariel has been recognized as Employee of the Month and received the Bee Award for exceeding expectations through exceptional teamwork and significant contributions to the patient experience. With a background deeply rooted in helping others, Ariel works hard to ensure the well-being of patients and colleagues alike. Beyond her professional role, Ariel serves as a basketball coach at the YMCA and city leagues, and also volunteers to help adults who are living with various disabilities. As a single parent, Ariel values spending time with her own children, embodying a commitment to family and community service. We want to thank Ariel for all her hard work and dedication!

The National Association for Behavioral Healthcare (NABH) has issued a new report, "Residential Treatment: A Vital Component of the Behavioral Health Continuum," that explains how children and adolescents benefit from residential treatment programs. For more information and to read the report, visit nabh.org/youth-services/.

It's Meet the Team Thursday! Lawrence Spain has dedicated his life to serving others, particularly in the realms of rehabilitation and addiction recovery, and he has over two decades of experience with us as a Rehab Tech for adolescents. Lawrence focuses on empowering young individuals, especially those with special needs or past trauma, by imparting daily living skills and behavioral regulation techniques. In addition to his role here at TNC, Lawrence has contributed 18 years to Austin ISD's special education department, where he continues to make a profound impact on students' lives. Inspired by personal experiences, including a significant loss and battles with addiction, Lawrence founded Spain Sober Living. He also initiated Coffee Conversations, a platform for professionals in the recovery field to connect and collaborate. He even serves as the chair of the Spirit Care Network, and holds board positions at Austin TAPP and Simple Promise for Recovery. Thank you for your compassionate leadership, Lawrence. We are all very grateful to have Lawrence on our team!

Today, we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, and reflect on the ongoing journey towards freedom and equality for all. Our Juneteenth event was filled with music, food, and community as we celebrated resilience and progress. Let us all continue to learn, grow, and stand together for justice.

June is Men's Health Month. We encourage men and boys everywhere to focus on their mental health, because healing starts with caring for one's self. Your mental health matters! To learn more, visit http://spklr.io/6043qUSv.