75 Stories of Care Gallery

Burns Nursing Home shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative. For six decades, the Burns and DeArman families have dedicated themselves to serving others, creating a tradition of care that continues to impact lives throughout their community. Founded in April 1966 by Dr. John D. [...]

Southland Nursing Home shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  For the team at Southland, connection is more than a theme or philosophy—it is the foundation of daily life within the facility. Staff members strive to create an environment where residents, families, and employees feel valued, supported, and [...]

Diversicare of Pell City shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  The story began when a local pastor (and former long term care administrator and continued long term care advocate) Trent Jackson - visited the facility to bring Communion to residents. During one of those visits, resident Mr. [...]

Legacy Health and Rehabilitation of Pleasant Grove shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  Legacy of Pleasant Grove proudly recognizes Financial Specialist Kimberly Brickell for her exceptional dedication and unwavering commitment to the residents and staff she serves each day. Kimberly consistently goes above and beyond to support [...]

Walker Rehabilitation shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative. Daniel’s story also marks a meaningful milestone for ANHA’s 75 Stories of Care initiative, representing the 25th story shared as part of the campaign celebrating ANHA’s 75th anniversary. Daniel is the youngest resident at Walker Rehabilitation Center and the [...]

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  When Barry Wasserman first arrived at Buck Creek, he was confined to bed and uncertain about what the future might hold. Everyday tasks that once seemed simple suddenly felt out of reach, and the road [...]

Palm Gardens Health and Rehabilitation shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  Val Patterson began her career in the dietary department on August 11, 1989, at what was then Ideal Nursing Home. Through several ownership transitions over the years — from Ideal Nursing Home to Cogburn Midtown and [...]

Marshall Manor Nursing Home shared the following story as part of ANHA's 75 Stories of Care initiative.  Each year during the week of September 11 remembrance, Marshall Manor hosts a special cookout to honor the first responders who serve the Guntersville community. For the past eight years, the event has welcomed members of the [...]

As part of ANHA’s 75 Stories of Care initiative, this story was shared by a longtime colleague, friend, and former mentee of Doris Brown. Doris Brown served as a nursing home administrator (NHA) for more than 25 years, dedicating her career to caring for residents, supporting staff, and mentoring future leaders in long term [...]

Opp Health and Rehabilitation shared the following story as part of ANHA’s 75 Stories of Care initiative.  For more than 36 years, Amanda Lacey has been a dedicated and trusted presence at Opp Health and Rehabilitation, exemplifying the commitment, compassion, and expertise that define long term care in Alabama. Amanda began her career at [...]