Alabama Nursing Home Association

08/14/2026

✨ 75 Stories of Care | Nearly Four Decades of Dedication

For nearly four decades, Tracey Brown, Assistant Director of Nursing at Crowne Health Care of Montgomery, has dedicated her career to caring for others.

Through changes in health care, evolving regulations, and both rewarding and challenging times, one thing has remained constant: Tracey's commitment to her residents and team.

Along the way, Tracey has touched countless residents, families, and coworkers and helped shape the culture of the community she has served for so many years.

Read Tracey's story: https://anha.pulse.ly/zeaseydxmx.

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

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Sometimes, the right care doesn't just improve someone's quality of life—it can change the course of their future.

When a young man arrived at Walker Rehabilitation Center, declining abilities after a medical procedure made it necessary for him to leave his group home, and the expectation was that he would remain in long term care.

But the Walker Rehab team saw possibilities.

He was no longer able to feed or dress himself and initially, traditional therapy approaches were challenging for him because he had difficulty understanding and following directions.

Together therapy, nursing, and dietary staff developed an individualized approach built around positive reinforcement—and even a couple of his favorite things, chocolate milk and dill pickle chips. The team found ways to connect with him, encourage participation, and help him make remarkable progress.

What began as a long term care stay is ending very differently: last week, he returned to his group home.

Congratulations to Walker Rehab's Therapy team, led by Charles Thompson; Nursing team, led by Brian Dunn; and Dietary team, led by Leigh Thomas, for demonstrating what can happen when skilled care is truly centered around the individual.

This is skilled care. This is why we exist.

08/10/2026

🎄 75 Stories of Care | Angels Among Us

At Highlands Care Center in Scottsboro, a beloved Christmas tradition reminds residents—past and present—that they are always part of the Highlands family.

Each year, the facility's Family Council fills its Angel Tree with ornaments honoring current residents and remembering those who once called Highlands home. Community members purchase the Angels, and proceeds help fulfill residents' needs and wishes throughout the holiday season.

Read the full story and learn how the Scottsboro community comes together each year to be “Angels Among Us”: https://anha.pulse.ly/ggqisv0az6.

08/07/2026

✨ 75 Stories of Care | 84 Years of Dedication

Delores Smoke and Billy Mitchell have given a combined 84 years of service to My Genesis HealthCare's Merry Wood Lodge Center in Elmore.

For 44 years, Delores has served in roles throughout the facility—from CNA and Central Supply to medical records, payroll, accounting, and more—always stepping in wherever she's needed.

For 40 years, Billy has helped keep Merry Wood Lodge clean, safe, and welcoming as a Floor Technician Specialist, earning a reputation for his positive attitude, dependability, and willingness to help others.

Read more about them: https://anha.pulse.ly/7xlhtmi4z5.

Thank you both for your remarkable service!

08/06/2026

A significant investment in cancer research is helping expand opportunities for patients across Alabama and the Southeast.

ANHA Board Member and Past President Norman Estes, president and CEO of NHS Management, has made a transformational gift to establish the Estes Family Clinical Trials Program at the UAB O'Neal Cancer Center.

The gift will support the Cancer Center's nationally recognized clinical trials program, helping expand access to innovative cancer therapies, accelerate research, and advance discoveries that could improve outcomes for patients and families.

Estes has a long history of leadership and service in Alabama's long term care profession, and ANHA is proud to recognize the broader impact he and the Estes family continue to make across our state.

Read more from UAB: https://uab.pulse.ly/twf4e1c6ae.

A transformational $5 million gift from Norman Estes will establish the Estes Family Clinical Trials Program at the UAB O’Neal Cancer Center, expanding access to innovative cancer treatments, accelerating clinical research, and advancing cancer care across Alabama and the Southeast.

08/05/2026

🏇 75 Stories of Care | Keller Landing Derby

When residents can't make it to the Kentucky Derby, Keller Landing in Tuscumbia brings the Derby to them!

Residents donned their favorite Derby hats, sipped mint juleps, cheered on staff races, watched the Kentucky Derby together, and even competed in their own friendly race.

One resident, who joked he couldn't win because he didn't have any toes, surprised everyone by taking first place. The confidence he gained that day inspired him to work even harder in restorative therapy—and today he's standing from his wheelchair and walking during therapy.

Read more here: https://anha.pulse.ly/u6pu5ktyff.

08/04/2026

🎉 Join us this September for ANHA's biggest event of the year!

Registration is open for the 2026 ANHA Annual Convention & Trade Show, taking place September 22–25 in Montgomery.

As we celebrate 75 Years of Caring and Commitment, attendees will enjoy continuing education, networking with long term care professionals, trade show, golf tournament, and our 75th Anniversary Celebration & Awards Ceremony.

Register today: https://anha.pulse.ly/wewoxnoltd.

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

❤️ 75 Stories of Care | The Heart of Allen Health & Rehabilitation

For more than 30 years, Mary Stewart Stephens has served the residents and families of Allen Health and Rehabilitation (a part of Noland Health Services, Inc.) with compassion, kindness, and unwavering dedication.

Known by her coworkers as "The Heart of Allen," Mary has spent her career advocating for residents, supporting families, and reminding us that the greatest care begins with listening, empathy, and genuine human connection.

Thank you, Mary, for being a shining example of compassionate long term care. Read more of Mary's story here: https://anha.pulse.ly/fzoqlwskhn.