Case Study: Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing 3rd Q 2025
Concierge Name: Alexander Jones
Patient Name: Ms. Kimberly D
Patient Age: 63
Admission Date: August 6, 2025
Admitted From: Vanderbilt Medical Center 
Discharge Date: November 28, 2025
Discharged To: Home to Family
Length of Stay: Ongoing 

Details of experience:

Ms. Kimberly is a unique story of how depression can cause a decline in health status, and how a great support system can uplift your spirit and overall well-being. On May 13, 2023, Ms. Kim underwent a heart transplant due to complications, which she overcame with the support of her immediate family, which includes her brother, friend, and sister. 

Earlier this year, a part of her nucleus passed away, that being her brother to cancer; this traumatic incident sent her into a depressed state of mind. Along with dealing with the grief of her brother’s passing, her landlord sued her for unfair issues. Ms. Kim was unable to fight the giant engine backing the landlord, so she had no choice but to forfeit her home of 12 years. While finding a new residence, she began missing her medication. Severe infections ridded her body with the onset of bloating, she informed her doctor, and he demanded she come to the hospital immediately. 

After running a series of tests, Ms. Kim’s doctor informed her that due to her failure to properly medicate, her body began to reject her transplant. She lay in bed at the CVICU at Vanderbilt Medical Center for 30 days until she was discharged to Green Hills.

Ms. Kim came to us on August 29th with severe muscle breakdown due to her being bedridden for several days. She was properly escorted by an amulet into our community to her room. She was offered dinner immediately after her arrival. Early the next morning, the concierge arrived before the IDT or therapy team to give her a proper welcome, accompanied by a gift and an explanation of all that Green Hills had to offer and what to expect. Hours later, therapy assessed her so they could develop a course of action.

Ms. Kim came through our doors fully dependent, not able to care for herself at all. Two weeks after using the hand bike, she began utilizing her wheelchair. Four days after that, she started ambulating with moderate assistance. Two weeks after completing that baseline, Ms. Kim has been cleared to begin using a walker. As of September 25th, Ms. Kim has been discharged from PT and placed on OT for a more concentrated approach as she approaches discharge in the upcoming month.

Case Study: Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing – Q1 2025
Concierge Name: Jade Townsend
Patient Name: Sharon B.
Patient Age: 75
Admission Date: 12/26/2024
Admitted From: Vanderbilt County Hospital
Discharge Date: 4/4/2025
Discharged To: Home
Length of Stay: 99 Days
Reason for Stay: FRACTURE OF RIGHT FEMUR
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center? Her son is familiar with the community.
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center: Case Manager, Ascension Hospital

Details of experience:

Sharon was admitted to the community on December 26, 2024, after a fall that resulted in a right femur fracture. A right femur fracture is a break in the bone of the upper right thigh. She arrived from Vanderbilt County Hospital, not remembering much and was unsure of what her recovery would entail. However, from the beginning of her journey, she has kept her sense of humor which remained a strength throughout her stay.

Upon arrival, she was greeted by the dedicated rehabilitation team, nursing department, concierge, social services, along with the rest of the community’s interdisciplinary team, ready to support her on her journey. Although she was unsure of what to expect, her goal was set from the start – to walk again. At the start of her stay, Sharon required maximum assistance for transfers, making her movements a challenge. However, with her perseverance and the guidance of the therapy team, she made remarkable progress. She shared the greatest joy of her stay was, of course, her visits from the therapy dog, but especially the bonds that she formed with Erin (OT), Steve (PTA), and Chelsea (COTA) or as she refers to them, the “dream team.” She shared her gratitude for their support in her recovery and regaining her confidence by saying, “Whether it is a good or bad day for me, everyone is always here to help me, but those three are my angels.”

Throughout her rehabilitation, Sharon not only met her goals but exceeded them. She progressed from needing maximum assistance to walking with supervision, which is a testament to her determination and resilience. She was so excited to take a more active role in her recovery, having the opportunity to set her own goals for herself in her sessions as she grew stronger! What started as a difficult and uncertain journey became an empowering experience, as she regained her independence with the support of her care team, turning recovery into a journey of personal strength and growth.

As she prepares for discharge, Sharon is eager to return home and begin an exciting new chapter of becoming a great grandmother! She shared that this milestone has been an amazing motivator throughout her recovery, inspiring her to push forward. While she has enjoyed her time in the community, she is ready to embrace life beyond our doors, knowing that she has achieved what is not always an easy feat. Sharon has been an inspiration to everyone in the community who has had the privilege of working with her, and the team is honored to have played a role in her success. The community wishes Sharon all the best as she continues to thrive and enjoy the next chapter of her life.

Concierge: Jade Townsend
Patient Name: Randle, Laverene
Patient Age: 62
Admissions Date: 9/7/2023
Admitted from: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
Discharge Date: TBD
Length of Stay: 23 + days
Reason for Stay: Acute Respiratory Failure
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center: Case Manager, Ascension Hospital

Details of experience:

On August 30th, 2023, Laverene was admitted to Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown with an admitting diagnosis of metastatic tongue and lung cancer with a newly discovered mass in the left lung with pneumonia, which led to acute respiratory failure. Subsequently, being placed on a mechanical ventilator, insertion of PEG tube, and septic shock. Acute respiratory failure is when the air sacs of the lungs cannot release enough oxygen into the blood. This left Laverene unable to stand and ambulate. He was initially admitted to Green Hills Center, considering hospice services. Still, he was picked up by all disciplines of our community’s rehabilitation, stating his personal goal being “I want to live.”

Upon arrival, Laverene was greeted by our interdisciplinary team, including Nursing, Concierge, Rehabilitation, Social Services, and Recreation. Laverene was evaluated by our Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists and has been working with each discipline since admission. The patient required rehabilitation services to increase strength, functional mobility, and transfers, as well as to increase the ability to safely ambulate and increase coordination to decrease further risk for falls and decline in function.

When Laverene first admitted, he stated “I was a mess. No one knew how things were going to go.” Laverene has been working extremely hard with our Rehabilitation Team, surpassing his baseline goal within 23 days! With perseverance, he increased his ability to ambulate at 150 plus feet with his baseline ambulation of <5 feet and the initial goal of ambulating 50 feet. He was admitted with his PEG tube and was NPO (nothing by mouth) and, unfortunately, remains NPO but has been working with speech therapy and is now able to have pleasure feeding and is continuing to work his way up from there!

Laverne feels “proud of how far I’ve come thanks to the Grace of God and the Rehabilitation Team.” Our social services team is supporting him with his plan of discharge. He is still continuing his healing journey with us at Green Hills Center, and we are grateful to have the opportunity to support him along the way.

Green Hills is so proud of the hard work Laverene and our Rehabilitation Team have shown throughout his journey, and we look forward to the amazing outcomes.

Concierge: Jade Townsend
Patient Name: Little, Joel
Patient Age: 66
Admissions Date: 5/02/2023
Admitted from: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Discharge Date: TBD
Length of Stay: 60 + days
Reason for Stay: Other Fracture of Upper and Lower End of Right Fibula, Subsequent Encounter for Routine Healing
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center: Case Worker at Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Details of experience:

Mr. Joel Little (AKA Thumper) was admitted on 05/02/2023 from Vanderbilt University Medical Center after falling out of his wheelchair at a racing event. His admitting diagnosis was an “other fracture of upper and lower end of the right fibula.” This refers to a break in the bone that stabilizes and supports your ankle and lower leg muscle. This resulted in a decrease in strength, functional mobility, balance, and activity tolerance. Joel is an avid NASCAR fan and dedicated musician and is extremely passionate about bringing joy to others while sharing his music. This injury impacted his ability to play music to his previous abilities, which was later incorporated into his rehabilitation and healing journey here at Green Hills.

Upon arrival, Joel was greeted by our interdisciplinary team, which included Concierge, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Social Services, and Recreation. Joel arrived with an incredibly positive attitude. Sharing that his goal was to “just get well enough to get back home to play with my band.” On his second day, he was evaluated by our therapy team, and determined he would benefit from our skilled services to increase functional activities.

During Joel’s initial therapy evaluation, he was determined to be totally dependent and relied on his wheelchair to ambulate. Also sharing that he has been unable to walk since 2021. Now, Mr. Joel Little is walking at 100+ feet and playing his music for other residents and our staff throughout the community, thanks to his determination and Green Hills Center’s expert therapy team!

Joel’s discharge date is early July 2023, as he will return to playing music, attending races, and running his barbecue shop!

All of us at Green Hills have tremendously enjoyed having the opportunity to support him in his recovery journey, and wish him the best!

Concierge: Autumn Townsend
Patient Name: Reynolds, Kathleen
Patient Age: 58
Admissions Date: 12/30/2022
Admitted from: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Discharge Date: TBD
Length of Stay: 90 + days
Reason for Stay: Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing? Case Worker at Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Details of experience:
Kathleen (AKA Batman, as she likes to call herself) was admitted on 12/30/2022 from Vanderbilt University Medical Center, an amputee with an admitting diagnosis of traumatic subdural hemorrhage. A traumatic subdural hemorrhage (SDH) is a traumatic head injury that results in significant bleeding inside the skull, and the pooling blood creates pressure on the surface of the brain, causing a variety of issues. This resulted in a decrease in strength, safety awareness, balance, self-care, functional mobility, and activity tolerance.

Upon arrival, Kathleen was greeted by our interdisciplinary team, which includes Nursing, Concierge, Social Services, Recreation, and Rehabilitation. When Kathleen first arrived, she was nervous about being in a new environment. The mere thought of ever being able to be comfortable walking again put her on edge. Within the first 48 hours, she was evaluated by our physical and occupational therapy teams with identified goals of being able to dress with moderate assistance and to be able to perform functional mobility during activities of daily living (ADL’s) with minimal assistance with a wheelchair and rolling walker using her prosthetic leg.

Initially, Kathleen needed maximum assistance using her rolling walker and prosthetic leg, ambulating at a distance level of zero feet. She now walks at a distance of ninety feet, supervised, using her rolling walker! Kathleen has worked with our therapy team and CareRite’s Amputee Program leaders, Todd Schaffhauser and Dennis Oehler, to gain motivation and security with her goal of walking again safely!

Kathleen is still with us in her journey of recovery and rehabilitation, with an approximate discharge date in April 2023. She brings our entire team so much joy with her humor and sociability…even if it’s her just walking, or rolling, down the hallway telling jokes and just making fun.

Green Hills is so thankful to be part of Kathleen’s healing journey, and we wish her the very best.

Concierge: Jade Townsend
Patient Name: Goodman, Marva
Patient Age: 56
Admissions Date: 11/2/2022
Admitted from: Skyline Medical Center
Discharge Date: 12/30/2022
Length of Stay: 59 days
Reason for Stay: Drug-Induced Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?

Details of experience:
Marva was admitted to Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on 11/2/2022. She arrived to our community from Skyline Medical Center. Ms. Goodman was admitted with a diagnosis of drug-induced Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Drug-Induced Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organs. It can affect the joints, skin, brain, lungs, kidneys, and blood vessels.

Marva’s initial feelings arriving at Green Hills were the same as anyone else’s – new and not knowing if she would be able to return to living her life as she used to, if not better. Upon her arrival, Marva was greeted by our interdisciplinary team, which includes Nursing, Social Services, Concierge, Rehabilitation, and Recreation. Marva required rehabilitation services to improve all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). She initially struggled with decreased motivation and self-efficacy and was unable to ambulate over 10 feet. Her goal was to “just go home.”

Initially, Marva lacked the motivation to reach her rehabilitation goals – to gain strength, balance, and all ADL levels to return home to her friends and family. But Marva came to work extremely hard to improve her self-motivation and belief, exceeding her baseline goals. She is now independent with bed mobility, is able to ambulate unlimited distances with a rollator, and has functional transfers with modified independence.

Marva was discharged from Green Hills Center on 12/30/2022, stating that she will miss everyone who helped her reach the levels she is at now. Social Services assisted with Marva’s discharge home with her family and friends. Marva was extremely grateful to the team at Green Hills Center.

We all wish Marva the best of luck in her continuing health journey!

Patients Age: 67
Admission Date: 4/19/2022
Admitted from: U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Discharge Date: 6/09/2022
Discharged to: Group Home
Length of Stay: 7 weeks and 2 days
Reason for Stay: Skilled Rehab
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center? Referral from the VA

Details of Experience:

Mr. Brewington was admitted to the Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on April 19, 2022, by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Due to weakness and confusion, Mr. Brewington was brought into the VA on March 18, 2022. He was evaluated for Physical therapy to assess independence and gain back his strength. The VA recommended that Mr. Brewington be placed in a skilled nursing facility to improve his strength and balance to return home.

Upon admission, Mr. Brewington was greeted by the Charge Nurse, Concierge Director, Therapy, and many more. The Therapy Department assessed Mr. Brewington and made goals for him to achieve each week before he was discharged. Before Mr. Brewington’s admission, he could not stand without assistance and showed general signs of weakness. Our therapy team began working with him on improving his balance and strength. As of 4/27/2022, Mr. Brewington made progress and was improving on his standing balance. Therapy addresses functional mobilities, including balance and standing. Mr. Brewington is determined to regain his strength so he can feel better about himself. He is making progress with Occupational Therapy. As of 05/09/2022, Mr. Brewington improved on mobility strategies to maximize safety with the least amount of assistance from caregivers. He continued to show progress and motivation to return to his normal routine. As of 05/30/2022, Mr. Brewington continued making progress toward his goals. He has shown improvement within the few weeks he has been here.

Mr. Brewington stated, “I’m satisfied with the improvement that I have gained from working with the therapy team here.” He was very satisfied with the help he received from our team here at Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing.

Mr. Brewington was glad to return to his daily living and continue improving from what he had learned and achieved!

Concierge Director: Kaylyn Giles
Patient’s Age: 77
Admission Date: 2/14/2022
Admitted From: Tristar Horizon Medical Center
Discharge Date: 3/29/2022
Discharged To: Home with ex-wife
Length of Stay: 6 weeks
Reason for Stay: Skilled Rehab
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing? Hospital Referral

Details of Experience:

Mr. Malone was admitted to Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on February 14, 2022, from Tristar Horizon Medical Center. Mr. Malone was brought into Tristar on February 3 due to a motor vehicle accident. He was treated for COVID and evaluated for physical therapy to assess independence and continue gaining upper and lower body strength. Tristar recommended that Mr. Malone be placed in a skilled nursing facility to maximize strength and mobility to return home safely.

Upon admission to Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, Mr. Malone was greeted by the Director of Concierge, Unit Manager, Social Services, Therapy Department, and many more. The Therapy Department assessed Mr. Malone and made goals for him to achieve each week before discharge. Before Mr. Malone’s admission, he could not show ROM (range of motion) without max assistance and could not efficiently have bed mobility independently. Our Therapy team began working with him on balance, strength, and ROM. As of March 3, Mr. Malone made progress and was able to scoot up in the bed on his own efficiently. Therapy addressed functional mobilities, including balance and standing. Mr. Malone was determined to regain his strength in order to get back to where he was before. He is making progress with Physical Therapy intervention. As of March 7, Mr. Malone improved LE (lower extremity) strength for improved limb stability during standing and gait activities. He continued to show progress and motivation to get back to his normal routine. As of March 11, Mr. Malone could transfer with moderate assistance. He had shown improvement within the short amount of time he had been in the facility.

Mr. Malone stated, “I’m glad I was able to get back to where I was!” He was very satisfied with the results that came with the help of our therapy department!

Mr. Malone was glad to get back to his daily living and continue what he has learned and achieved!

Concierge Director: Kaylyn Giles
Patient’s Age: 77
Admission Date: 12/30/2021
Admitted From: Tristar Centennial Medical Center
Discharge Date: 1/14/22
Discharged To: Home with Family
Length of Stay: 2 weeks
Reason for Stay: Skilled Rehab
How did this patient hear about Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing? Hospital Referral

Details of Experience:

Mr. Farr was admitted to Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing on December 30th, 2021, from Tristar Centennial Medical Center. Mr. Farr was brought into Summitt on 12/21/2021 with palpitations and shortness of breath for three days and found to have NSTEMI (Non-ST-Segment Myocardial Infarction). He was evaluated for skilled OT to assess independence and safety with ADLs (activities of daily living) and functional mobility. After being assessed by Skilled OT, they recommended Mr. Farr be admitted to a skilled nursing facility to maximize standing balance, strength, and endurance, as well as to educate in the use of AE (adverse event) for maintaining pacemaker precautions during ADLs, ECT (electroconvulsive therapy), and safety awareness for improved independence and safety with functional mobility and self-care tasks in order to return home to his prior level of function.

Upon admission to Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, Mr. Farr was greeted by the Director of Concierge, Admissions Director, Unit Manager, Therapy Department, and many others. The Therapy Department assessed Mr. Farr and made goals for him to achieve each week before discharge. Before Mr. Farr’s admission, he was unable to efficiently perform self-care and tasks around his home without help from his daughters. Our therapy team began working with him on strength, balance, and performing daily living activities safely and efficiently. As of 1/03/2022, Mr. Farr made progress and was able to walk 25 feet safely with minimum assist. Therapy addresses functional mobilities, including bed mobility and transfers.

Mr. Farr is motivated to work with therapy in order to improve so he can return home. He is making progress with skilled physical therapy intervention. As of 1/07/2022, Mr. Farr improved on bed mobility and transfers. He continues to show progress and motivation to be able to get back to his normal routine. As of 1/11/2022, Mr. Farr could ambulate in the room without an assistive device and transfer with minimal assistance. He has shown significant improvement within the short time he has been in the facility.

Mr. Farr Stated, “This has been a really good experience! The people that work here really try their hardest and actually care!” He was delighted with his care and stay at Green Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing. Mr. Farr said he is ready to go home and continue what he has learned and achieved!

The Green Hills staff wishes Mr. Farr much success as he continues his journey towards better health.