Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation

From our Jefferson family to yours, here's to a Thanksgiving filled with joy, safety, and hearty meals! Celebrate with love and warmth. ????

Wheelchair sports can play an integral long-term role in emotional and physical healing following a debilitating injury or illness. Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation's community programs offer a robust array of sports for adaptive athletes, including wheelchair rugby. (**sound on**) These are highlights from the team's annual Beast of the East tournament last weekend. They prove that an exciting and fulfilling life is possible, with or without a disability! #wheelchairrugby #adaptivesports #adaptiveathletes #teamjefferson #weimprovelives

Leadership at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation kicked off the season of giving early by volunteering at the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge. The group provided dinner to ease the burden for 70 patients and their families staying at the Lodge. The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients receiving treatment in the Philadelphia area, as well as their caregivers. The facility helps patients access care supported by a homelike environment where guests can share a meal, join in the evening’s activities, or unwind in their own private room. A truly uplifting experience for everyone involved-particularly the volunteers!

Members of the community had the unique opportunity to hear from Drs. Alberto Esquenazi and Nathan Mayer about the care provided to Celestine Tate Harrington as a pediatric patient at MossRehab in the 1970s. On November 19, PBS WHYY hosted a screening of American Masters: Renegades, a docu-series sharing the untold stories of five disabled trailblazers, breaking barriers, making history. One of those 5 episodes features Celestine Tate Harrington, who was born with a condition that left her unable to use her arms and legs. At then-MossRehab, she learned to use customized innovative equipment that allowed her achieve a new level of self-sufficiency and independence that would not been possible otherwise. You may Celestine’s first made headlines in 1975 when she won a custody battle against the Philadelphia Department of Child Services after the department claimed that her disability prevented her from providing adequate care to her infant daughter, Nia. Following the screening, the doctors, along with Celestine’s adult daughter, Nia and the documentary filmmakers spoke to a live audience about their experiences. You can watch the episode: https://lnkd.in/d_QWwiJK

Tragedy and triumph: Mark Chilutti has dedicated his life and work to transforming lives. In this special Our People, Our History video, we take a deeper dive into Mark’s decades-long journey from patient to assistant vice president of development at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation. Check out the first part of Mark’s story here: https://bit.ly/3Oi7f4P

Rebekka Dieterich-Hartwell, PhD, BC-DMT, LPC, Trauma Therapist highlights the critical role of caregivers in patient recovery. Through specialized caregiver education and family involvement in clinical sessions, MossRehab Institute for Brain Health ensures comprehensive support and a smooth transition home for patients. #NFCM

Exciting News: Please join us on Tuesday, November 19 for a special event at WHYY PBS studios in Center City for a special screening of “American Masters: Renegades.” This documentary short series celebrates five individuals with disabilities who shaped their communities in various ways. One of those 5 episodes features, Celestine Tate Harrington, who was born with a condition that left her unable to use her arms and legs. In the 1970s, Celestine was a patient at what was then-MossRehab, where she learned to use customized innovative equipment that allowed her achieve a new level of self-sufficiency and independence that would not been possible otherwise. You may recall her story first made headlines in 1975 when she won a custody battle against the Philadelphia Department of Child Services after the department claimed that Harrington’s disability prevented her from providing adequate care to her infant daughter. **Following the screening, our very own Dr. Alberto Esquenazi and Dr. Nathaniel Mayer are participating in a panel discussion about the revolutionary technology and care she received at Moss.** The panel also includes the documentary filmmakers and Celestine’s daughter, Nia. The event is hosted by Bobbi Booker, managing editor of WHYY News’ PlanPhilly, who will moderate. The screening will be held from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at WHYY Studios. The event is free, but RSVP is required. https://lnkd.in/ewcgfnTh

In honor of Veterans’ Day, members of our staff with the MossRehab Institute for Brain Health are opening up about their personal connection to the work they do to improve the lives of Veterans and First Responders experiencing the persistent effects of a brain injury. Emily McGuigan honors her family's legacy of military service in her work as an art therapist. READ ?? #veterans #braininjury #concussion #tbi #traumaticbraininjury #arttherapy #militaryveteran #army #navy #airforce #navy #thankaveteran

Today, we celebrate and honor the invaluable contributions of our veteran healthcare professionals. We're proud to highlight the stories of: ? - Michael Goldberg, D.O. - Gwyn Parris-Atwell DNP, FNP-BC, CEN, FAEN - Darlene Groben, MA, LAPC, LPN ? These dedicated individuals have transitioned their military experiences into fulfilling healthcare careers. ? Thank you for your service! ? #VeteransDay #JeffersonProud #HealthcareHeroes

If you were watching the swimming competition at last summer Paralympics in Paris, you may have recognized a familiar face here at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation. Dr. Michelle Konkoly is in her residency as one of our physiatrists, who is also a former patient turned Paralympian. She recently spoke with Swimming World Magazine about her love of sport, the Paralympics, practicing medicine and venturing into the field of broadcasting https://lnkd.in/ehyQujh3