Success Stories

Check out this powerful video about Paul’s incredible journey since suffering a traumatic brain injury after a tragic accident left Paul internally decapitated with only a small chance of survival.

In the video, Paul shares about his life prior to the accident and what he recalls about the accident. Both Paul and his daughter, Alyssa, go on to share the inspiring story of his rehabilitation, recovery, and life after his accident.

We are grateful to be a part of Paul’s personal “Breakthrough in Brain Injury” while at Moody Neuro! His determination and hard work serve to encourage all of us as we continue our mission of serving those suffering from an acquired brain injury.

Please share Paul’s story with others and contact Moody Neuro if we can help someone you know suffering from a brain injury diagnosis.

Paul

artha is a recent Moody Neuro graduate who came to us after a mild stroke and needed rehabilitation. As someone who loved traveling and spending time with her family, this was a hard adjustment to accept, and she wanted to find the best program to help her regain her independence and mobility.

Learning about Moody Neuro from other therapists and clinical staff, her family decided this would be the best place for her to rehabilitate.

After her stroke, she suffered from left sided weakness and was unable to walk on her own. She had lost her independence and required assistance in all tasks she attempted.

Within a few months, Martha was no longer using a wheelchair and was walking entirely on her own, roaming the halls and saying hi to all her new friends. Martha shared that she is confident in her abilities now and she has seen huge improvements to the use of her arm, her strength in walking and her speech abilities.

At her graduation, Martha shared for all her fellow residents to have confidence in the therapy staff at Moody Neuro and encouraged them to give 100% effort every session. “Each resident is responsible for their progress and with the help of the clinical staff, their goals will be achieved.” We are so happy for Martha as she returns home to her family, living a new life filled with joy, independence, and gratitude.

Martha

Lonnie came to Moody Neuro after suffering from two massive strokes. Each stroke affected a different side of his body, and he was left unable to move, speak, or swallow. After his time at the hospital, he continued his journey at Encompass Cypress before being referred to Moody Neuro’s post-acute traumatic brain injury facility.

Upon arrival, both Lonnie and his girlfriend, Amy, were amazed with the staff and facility he would be residing in for the next four months.

Amy shared that her caseworker, Jasmine, was a true blessing and helped in so many ways. “She assisted with doctor’s appointments, let me cry and vent, and helped keep us both calm in this process.” Lonnie was still partially paralyzed and unable to speak on admission.

His memory was non-existent, and he was scared by what was happening. They found comfort in our policy that allows family members to stay on campus while their loved one is recovering.

With the help of our therapy team, Lonnie was soon walking on his walker and was learning how to speak again.

His progress was remarkable and after four months with Moody Neuro, not only did Lonnie walk to the podium at graduation but also delivered a heartfelt speech reflecting on his time spent in rehabilitation.

Congratulations on your “Breakthroughs in Brain Injury” and we hope you continue to thrive in your recovery!

Lonnie 

James has a smile that lights up the room.

Every morning you would find him sitting in the lobby as employees began to show up and he would greet each person with a smile and a high five! He began thriving at Moody Neuro after a stroke left him partially paralyzed and unable to talk.

James shared that after his stroke, he felt like he would never regain function again and this would be his new normal, however he was determined to change his outcome.

Not only did James improve physically but his cognition, memory, and speech all improved as well. He says the memory games and counseling all played a crucial role in his healing.

When he first started, his therapist asked him to name five makes of vehicles but he could only remember two. In his second month, he was naming ten on his own. He laughs heartily at the progress he has made and is so thankful to all the staff at Moody Neuro who made this possible.

Today, James walks the halls, telling jokes, making people smile and being a great friend to everyone. The residents even started saying a new motto, “Live Life Like James.”

We are proud of you James and wish you well in your continued recovery!

James

Don loved riding motorcycles and could often be found riding during his free time. He loved the freedom he felt while riding but one September afternoon, everything changed as Don had a tragic accident while riding.

Paramedics rushed him to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas where they soon discovered he had broken multiple ribs, his clavicle, his elbow and suffered 3 cranial fractures. For three weeks, Don remained in a coma at the hospital, his body fighting to heal. In October, Don was transferred to TIRR Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation for continued healing and focused rehab.

As he continued to improve, the plan was to transfer to a post-acute, brain injury rehabilitation facility. As someone with several family members in the medical field, Moody Neuro was already a well-known name.

After further researching with family, Don learned more about Moody Neuro’s excellent reputation in brain injury rehabilitation and chose to continue his post-acute treatment here.

Upon arrival, Don could walk but it was very impaired. He was unable to steady himself, felt uncoordinated and would have to walk at very slow speeds. He struggled to find the words he wanted to use to express himself and his short-term memory seemed non-existent. Don was very anti-social when he started the program and found himself in a negative state of mind on several occasions. As time passed, physical and occupational therapy helped restore his ability to walk independently and you would often see him walking through the building, pushing himself to get stronger.

Don shared with us, “the therapy team really helped bridge the gaps in my memory and helped me remember more. I have a positive outlook on my life now and don’t feel as negative. The therapists pushed me to do more than I thought I was capable of and reminded me how strong I am.”

He credits the entire program including the counseling, recreational therapy, and speech therapy for the improvements he made during his time at Moody Neuro. “I love to read, but that was not possible and my ability to read was greatly affected after the accident.

Alyssa brought me books during therapy and had me read every day, building up my cognition and speech to comprehend and enjoy them. She made sure they were entertaining, current and something that I would enjoy.”

On his graduation day, almost four months after his accident, Don stood proudly in front of his peers and Moody Neuro staff to give a heartfelt speech of encouragement to others.

“I really enjoyed my time here, the people here, the patients and staff, they all made this an important part of my life. Don’t feel hopeless, don’t be so withdrawn that you ignore the other people here. Staff and patients do so much to help you on your journey. Everyone is hurting the same and we are all here to get stronger and better.”

Congratulations Don, we are so proud of all you have overcome and the significant “Breakthroughs in Brain Injury” you made while at Moody Neuro.

Don

Moody Neurorehabilitation in Galveston held a graduation recently for an individual that successfully completed our residential therapy program. In order to honor her preferences, her identity is kept confidential. She sustained a subarachnoid hemorrhage and spinal cord injury after a serious car accident several months earlier.

She arrived at Moody Neuro in March in a stretcher, scared and unable to communicate with those around her. The inability to recall the accident also caused increased anxiety as she was uncertain why she was here.

Unable to ambulate without assistance, having limited speech capabilities and the inability to use the right side of her body meant needing a personalized, extensive therapy program which she considered an “answer to her prayers”.

Moody Neuro’s skilled and specialty-trained therapy professionals wasted no time in accommodating our new resident’s therapy needs and also created new ways of communicating with her.

In the days that followed, she worked diligently in counseling, physical, speech, occupational and recreational therapies to regain her body functions and accept her new way of living.

Once she regained the strength to walk on her own, she walked everywhere greeting new friends and pausing for short conversations. She touched the hearts of many our staff and fellow residents while she was here.

She continued to grow steadily stronger and stated that, “my biggest accomplishment is using my right side again. I can walk, use my arm and smile again.”

During her graduation, she addressed a room full of Moody Neuro staff and patients and shared, “Moody Neuro therapists are miracle workers and helped me transform into the person I am now. Without Moody, I may not have regained the ability to walk again.”

She described the activities she enjoys such as artwork, making jewelry and exercising. With a slight chuckle, she admitted to us that she found a new passion in working out daily, “I started off on the treadmill for a very short time frame and now I can walk for 30 minutes without stopping!”

With a radiant smile, she shared, “I love working out with my mom, she is always there to support me and push me to work harder.” During graduation she proudly stood on her own and delivered a heartfelt speech to both the staff and her fellow residents, expressing her gratitude for the profound influence they had on her life.

“Don’t give up, believe in yourself, and believe in the Moody staff. With those three things, you will heal yourself and guide yourself to be better and stronger.”

She also added, “I am really looking forward to growing spiritually and strengthening my relationship with God who helped me get to where I am today. I read my bible every day and it answers my questions for me.

My belief in God has truly transformed me physically and mentally.”

This extraordinary Moody Neuro graduate went home bolder and stronger. We wish her the best as she continues her journey of recovery from traumatic brain injury!

Anonymous

Sonia was an enthusiastic motorcycle rider and also loved to bake until tragedy struck in April 2023, when she suffered a stroke that left her paralyzed on her left side and unable to sit, speak, and having difficulty with swallowing.

While in the hospital, she required maximum assistance and was only able to follow one or two step commands. As Sonia became stronger and regained some of her functionality, a therapist at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland told her about Moody Neuro and recommended she continue her treatment with us.

Unsure of going to another rehab facility, Sonia’s anxiety was quickly put to ease when she met one of our clinical liaison’s, Tammy.

According to Sonia, “Tammy made me feel like family and I immediately felt a connection with her. If she was this warm and friendly, I knew the staff must be like this too.”

After arriving at Moody, Sonia still had difficulty sitting up and would fall to her left while trying to remain in a seated position. Her left side still had very little movement and she was not able to walk on her own.

With time, Sonia’s therapists helped her get stronger each day and she eventually recognized her improved mobility.

“I remember working with my therapist and I was able to lift my leg up by myself for the first time in 5 months. I was so happy! I celebrated that small movement and began a new direction of therapy.”

This was just the beginning of her transformation. Soon, Sonia was doing transfers on her own, standing in the ADL kitchen preparing meals, and learning to walk without assistance. Now that she is graduating, she is looking forward to a hot bubble bath in her own bathtub followed by climbing into her bed.

She is excited to cook her favorite foods again and indulge in delicious treats. Sonia shared some guidance for her fellow friends at Moody Neuro, “Celebrate the small steps. No matter how small, take time to celebrate that step.” We are so happy for you, Sonia, and look forward to hearing about your continued progress. Congratulations!

Sonia

Moody Neuro treated Ana for Guillain Barr Syndrome (GBS), which left her unable to control most of her body. GBS is a rare disorder in which your body’s immune system attacks your nerves.

The first symptoms are usually weakness and tingling in your hands and feet. As these sensations spread, your entire body may become paralyzed. Ana experienced severe pain throughout her body and was unable to move her hands or feet.

When she first arrived, she was wheelchair-bound and needed assistance to sit up. Anna improved her functionality and regained the use of her body movements steadily over a six-month stay. She began painting again as she did prior to GBS changing her life.

For our annual beach cleanup project with the Artist Boat of Galveston, Ana painted an inspirational picture of a person flying a kite in a wheelchair on the side of the Moody Neuro-sponsored trash can.

Day after day, Ana worked hard in the gym during therapy, pushing herself and cheering on others with the most infectious smile. Prior to her graduation, Ana shared with us “Moody Neuro has been my home for the last six months and I am going to really miss it here.

The people and the staff are all wonderful and the therapists have been extremely good to me. I have had so many challenges to overcome but the therapists pushed me to be better every day. I came in unable to move my fingers but today I am walking and using both of my hands.”

Above all else, Ana wanted to give all her glory to God for allowing her the opportunity to come to Moody Neuro. “I was at another rehab center and the care at Moody is so much better, there was a huge difference.” We are so proud of the progress Ana made and appreciate the paintings she left behind to admire and serve as success story examples to share with future Moody Neuro residents. Good luck, Ana.

Ana

“If you are looking for a review to help you with your search for a neurorehabilitation center, this is it! I am still an inpatient resident at Moody, and I have been here about six weeks now. I came here almost paralyzed on my left side from a stroke.

I had been to other rehab facilities where my progress had slowed down. When I arrived, I wasn’t very confident since I had my mind made up, I probably wouldn’t see a full recovery. I’m talking painted black nails and eyeliner type depression.

I had gone through well over 20 physical and occupational therapists in my search for the best at previous facilities. No one could figure out my skinny leg for weeks and why it kept buckling. My arm looked like a cartoon. I started searching for the coolest wheelchair like Xavier from X-men and a bionic arm that could shoot flames. During my darkest hour there was suddenly some light.

physical Therapist Lauren from Moody Neuro emerged from the clouds holding a laptop that had me out of my wheelchair within days. Her attention to detail blew my mind.

My leg started getting stronger and my mental state improved as well. I started gaining more movement in my left arm too. It’s such a surreal feeling when hope starts setting in and seeing my arm and leg move like that.

Every single department, Residential, Therapy, etc. is structured and managed down to a T. These guys are true masters of their craft and genuinely love what they do. They’re the Avengers, the heroes of the medical universe.

It will be such an emotional day when I leave this place. To the Moody team, thank you so much for giving me my life back. My life is better because of all of you. If I could do it all over again after my stroke, I wish I would have come here sooner.

To Lauren, you will forever be my hero. I’ll always be your number one fan! I thank you with all of me. And to those of you looking for hope, Moody Neuro exists. This is the sign you’re looking for. Thank you again for the mazing team over at Moody Neurorehabilitation in Galveston.”

Ronnie

Rolanda came to Moody Neuro in Galveston in May 2023 due to a stroke. A self-proclaimed thrill seeker, Rolanda spends her time traveling across the US seeking out the most extreme roller coasters she can find. She told us that thrill seeking is not just a hobby, it is her lifestyle.

A lifestyle that was abruptly interrupted during a routine trip to a theme park last spring. She became suddenly weak, unable to use the left side of her body or ambulate independently. Rolanda’s initial treatment began with Houston Methodist and upon discharge home, she participated in outpatient therapy.

This was not enough for Rolanda, she craved her pre-stroke lifestyle and knew she needed a more comprehensive therapy program.

To realize her goal of again having a more active lifestyle, Rolanda was admitted as a Moody Neuro residential patient so that she could continue her rehabilitation journey. She quickly learned that her progress is measured by an infinite collection of large and small moments.

“The therapists saw what I could not see and helped me understand that rehabilitation takes time, and the smallest changes were still victories.” Rolanda proudly shared, “my strength and endurance has increased greatly. I am able to stand and walk on my own and I have gained the use of my left arm again.”

Her inspirational success story at Moody Neuro resonated with staff and residents during her graduation ceremony, “be patient and kind to yourself,” she shared. “Trust the process, the entire process, not everything is going to happen overnight, but day by day changes will be made.

This is a mental and physical journey, and the Moody staff create a family-centered environment that makes it easier to progress.” Rolanda is extremely grateful for her family support and has already planned her next theme park trip this month. Thank you, Rolanda, for trusting Moody Neuro for your stroke rehabilitation. We are so proud of what you accomplished while you were here as well as your continued recovery.

Rolanda