At Brooks Rehabilitation, we believe that recovery goes beyond the initial care a patient receives. For many of the individuals and families that we serve, the real work of rebuilding a life happens in the weeks, months, and years that follow.
While each of the Brooks Community Programs has a unique origin, they share a common theme: Brooks clinicians and staff saw unmet needs amongst our patients and created solutions.
In 2025, Brooks served more than 6,700 unique individuals across Florida through free and low-cost programs spanning recovery and care, innovation and technology, fitness and well-being, and other wraparound services for patients and their families. These programs exist because we know that rehabilitation is not a single event but a long arc of effort and perseverance.
The stories and outcomes in this report represent just a fraction of the lives shaped by these programs each year. Behind each number is a person working toward their highest level of recovery and a team dedicated to making that possible.
Whether you’re a patient, a family member, a partner, or a supporter, you are part of what makes it possible for Brooks to extend care beyond our walls and into the communities we serve.
Jessica Schacht, MBA, ATC Vice President, Community Engagement
Brooks Rehabilitation
SPECIALIZED RECOVERY
Programs for unique needs and continued healing
Aphasia Center
133 UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS SERVED
The Aphasia Center provides advanced aphasia treatment to patients and members of the community with no doctor referral. Through intensive program tracks and community programming, participants and their families build practical communication skills.
Brain Injury Clubhouse
62 UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS SERVED
The Brain Injury Clubhouse is a long-term recovery program for individuals with acquired brain injuries, designed to support life beyond clinical care. This structured day program bridges rehabilitation, vocational development, and community reintegration. It is the only program of its kind in Florida and part of a small global network of Clubhouses.
The Center for Low Vision supports individuals experiencing vision impairment by helping them maximize independence and daily function. Through personalized strategies and assistive tools, participants learn to navigate their environments more confidently.
Lindsey’s life changed in an instant when she experienced a severe seizure while at a hair salon in Pensacola, leaving her with severe right-side hemiparesis, limited speech, and confusion about her surroundings. After being stabilized in the hospital, she was transferred to Brooks Rehabilitation for intensive recovery, where her care team designed a comprehensive therapy schedule spanning speech, physical, and occupational therapy. A turning point came when Lindsey enrolled in the Brooks Aphasia Center’s six-week intensive program. Through therapeutic conversation groups, community outings, and structured storytelling exercises, she made remarkable progress and gradually regained her ability to speak, express emotions, and engage with others. Today, Lindsey continues to inspire those around her with her perseverance and positive spirit. Through programs like the Brooks Aphasia Center, patients are not only regaining their abilities but accessing a community.
PATIENT STORY Lindsey
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Advancing rehabilitation through research and cutting-edge tools
Neuro Recovery Centers
327 UNIQUE PATIENTS SERVED | 40,437 TOTAL APPOINTMENTS
The Neuro Recovery Centers, located in Jacksonville and Orange Park, provide advanced outpatient therapy for patients with complex neurological conditions. The Centers collaborate closely with Brooks physicians to address challenges and identify solutions for each individual patient.
Motion Analysis Center
225 TOTAL ASSESSMENTS
The Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC) uses advanced motion capture technology to provide detailed biomechanical assessments that guide clinical decision-making across the Brooks continuum of care.
Charlee
Clinical Research Center
26 ACTIVE RESEARCH STUDIES | 33 PUBLICATIONS
The Clinical Research Center advances rehabilitation through active studies and patient participation in emerging therapies. By integrating research with clinical care, the program helps bring innovative treatments to patients faster.
Charlee arrived at Brooks Rehabilitation following a stroke and has been dedicated to therapy for nearly two years. While making progress, her therapist wanted to ensure Charlee’s treatment remained focused on meaningful improvements. Charlee transitioned from primarily using a wheelchair to using a walker and knee brace during therapy. To refine/target her treatment, Charlee underwent a motion capture assessments at the Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC), which revealed specific hip weakness affecting her stability. The MAC team collaborated with Charlee’s therapist, providing data to optimize her treatment plan. Implementing these recommendations has improved Charlee’s walking ability at home and in her daily life, enhancing her independence. Charlee’s goal of walking through downtown Savannah without her wheelchair is now closer than ever.
PATIENT STORY
FITNESS & WELLNESS
Promoting health and active living beyond the clinic
Adaptive Sports & Recreation
774 UNIQUE ADULTS SERVED | 15 RECURRING ACTIVITIES PER WEEK
8 RECURRING ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS PER WEEK
Brooks Rehabilitation offers one of the most comprehensive adaptive sports programs in the country, creating opportunities for both adults and children with physical disabilities to stay active and engaged. Our programs operate in Jacksonville and Daytona Beach. Beyond weekly and monthly activities, Brooks also facilitates special annual events like surfing, water skiing, sailing, and a talent show.
Wellness Program
278 UNIQUE PARTICIPANTS | 11,135 TOTAL VISITS/CLASSES
In partnership with First Coast YMCAs, Brooks offers individualized, supervised exercise programs for individuals with neurological conditions such as stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. Every week, Brooks’ therapists supervise 95 total hours of gym time.
WRAPAROUND SERVICES
Supporting the whole person and the whole family
Helen’s House
School Re-Entry Program
264 TOTAL STUDENTS SERVED
The School Re-Entry Program helps children successfully transition back to school following illness or injury. By coordinating with families, educators, and care teams, the program ensures students receive the support they need academically and socially. Its goal is to create a smooth, confident return to the classroom.
2,453 TOTAL GUESTS | 11,600 NIGHTS OF LODGING PROVIDED
Helen’s House provides temporary lodging and support for families traveling to Brooks to receive care. By offering a welcoming and accessible place to stay, the program allows families to focus on healing.
PATIENT STORY
Chloe
Chloe had just finished eighth grade and moved with her family to a new home in north central Florida when everything changed. During her first week exploring the neighborhood, she was struck by a vehicle while riding her bike, sustaining a severe traumatic brain injury. Months later, she arrived at Brooks Rehabilitation ready for intensive inpatient therapy.
After her discharge, Chloe continued her recovery in the Pediatric Day Program while temporarily relocating to Jacksonville to access care. During this time, the School Re-Entry Program ensured she stayed academically connected by coordinating hospital/homebound instruction, initiating services for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and serving as a bridge between her medical team and school providers so her recovery and education could move forward together.
When it was time to return home, School Re-Entry coordinated a seamless transition between school districts, ensuring Chloe’s supports continued without interruption. Now a high school freshman, she remains on track academically while continuing outpatient therapies, with the goal of returning fully to the classroom. With ongoing support from Brooks, Chloe has regained stability and confidence in what comes next.
