RehabWorks at WGH

04/19/2026

Happy OT Month! ✨

Our next featured therapist is Lauren Shreffler, another one of our Inpatient/Acute Care Therapists. ⚕️

💙 Why do you love OT? “I love OT because I get the opportunity to help people improve or restore their function and independence in activities of daily living that are most important to them. I’ve worked with the adult/geriatric population throughout my career and have loved getting to know my patients on a personal level. It’s incredibly rewarding to help someone be able to complete a task that is meaningful to them such as being able to shower or get dressed independently or suggest environmental modifications in order to remain safe and independent living in their home environment. I recently had the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone a few months ago and start evaluating and treating infants with torticollis. It was so rewarding to work closely with infants and their families on stretches and positioning techniques to promote achieving gross motor milestones that will impact their future development. OT allows us to work with people of all ages and I’m truly so grateful to be an occupational therapist.”

💙What is your favorite occupation outside of work? “I love spending time with my husband and our almost 5 year old daughter 💗 I enjoy spending summer days along the river at our family camp ☀️ I also love to spend time downtown at Arbor Coffee House ☕️, getting flowers from Bough and Bend 🌷 or getting ice cream at Chloe’s Creamery 🍦”

Thank you for all that you do, Lauren! 👏🏼

04/19/2026

Happy OT Month! ✨

Our next featured therapist is Brooke Smith, another one of our Inpatient/Acute Care Therapists! 🩺

💙Why do you love OT? “I love being an OT because I get to help people on a daily basis - specifically with ADLs and basic forms of mobility that a lot of people take for granted - the simple tasks (grooming, getting dressed and in/out of bed!) Being in acute care my patient population quickly changes allowing me to meet and work with many patients just in a week’s time. I vastly work with the geriatric population - leading me to hear and learn many stories from my patients and tips on how to live a fulfilling life. My conversations with my patients is one of my favorite aspects of my job.”

💙What do you enjoy outside of work/favorite occupation? “Anything that involves being outside I would consider my favorite occupations! A range of things from just sitting in the sun, walking my dogs, golfing, gardening, or hiking! Being outside is fulfilling and relaxing for me! 🌷🐶🌳⛳️
I also enjoy traveling ✈️(- my favorite destinations so far in my travels have been: Montana, Cancun, and Italy), I also love spending time with my friends and family, going out to eat 🍽️ and watching movies! 🍿”

Thank you for all that you do, Brooke! 👏🏼

04/18/2026

Happy OT Month! ✨

Our next featured therapist is Alisa Wagner. She is one of our Inpatient/Acute Care therapists, as well as a Lymphedema Specialist in Outpatient! 🩵

💙Why do you love OT? “I love OT because we can address so many aspects of someone’s life in order to assist them to living independently and to improve their quality of life. Specifically I have specialized myself in the treatment of lymphedema which is a common condition among breast cancer patients. Lymphedema can be a challenging hurdle for these patients that already have so much to go through, so anything I can do to help them in their journey is extremely fulfilling to me.”

💙What is your favorite occupation outside of work? “Outside of OT I enjoy spending time with my family and being a mom to my two children! I also enjoy home decorating, online shopping, going for walks, golfing with my husband, cooking/baking, and watching reality tv!”

Thank you for all that you do, Alisa! 👏🏼

04/17/2026

Happy OT Month! ✨

Our next featured therapist is Amy Castagnino-Sandberg, our Pediatric Occupational Therapist in our Outpatient Clinic. 🖍️

💙Why do you love OT? “I love occupational therapy because it allows me to create a safe, nurturing space where infants and children can explore, grow, and develop essential life skills through play. There’s something incredibly meaningful about partnering with families—supporting not just the child, but also their parents and caregivers—as we work together toward progress that truly matters. What makes this field so special to me is how personal and creative it is; every child has unique strengths, challenges, and priorities, and I value the opportunity to tailor each session to meet them exactly where they are. I’m constantly adapting to how a child feels and what they need in the moment, which means every day brings a new experience and no two sessions are ever the same.”

💙What is your favorite occupation to do outside of work? “Travel is my favorite occupation because it continually expands how I see the world and deepens my understanding of what it means to be human. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to explore places ranging from Canada to the Amazon Rainforest in Peru, the rainforests of Costa Rica, and across Europe in countries like Greece, Denmark, and Sweden, with a recent safari in Kenya adding to those experiences. Each destination has offered a unique perspective on culture, daily life, and connection, reminding me how differently people experience the world while sharing so many common threads. Through these journeys, I’ve also come to recognize how important occupational therapy is on a global scale and how much more it deserves to be understood and accessible worldwide. The more I travel, the more I feel aligned with the very essence of occupational therapy—engaging fully in meaningful experiences—and it’s in those moments that I feel like I am truly living my life to its fullest potential.”

Thank you for all that you do, Amy! 👏🏼

04/17/2026

Happy OT Month! ✨

To continue celebrating with our therapists, we are going to spotlight some of our team throughout the next few posts.

Follow along to learn more about each of our skilled OTP staff and why they chose OT!

First, we have Kevin King, our Certified Hand Therapist in our Outpatient Clinic. ✋

💙Why do you love OT? “I love OT for how much we are able impact a person or families life. We can restore people's abilities after an injury or illness. Help children through developmental issues. Work with a community to integrate those with difficulties in motion, vision, or understanding.”

💙What is your favorite occupation to do outside of work? “One of my favorite occupations is logging and sawering. I love the aspect of taking a piece of raw material and turning it into something beautiful or building something to be used for generations. The ability to use the leftover material to heat and cook with so that nothing is waisted is also very satisfying.”

Thank you for all that you do, Kevin! 👏🏼

04/16/2026

Happy OT Month!

We are blessed with some awesome skilled and compassionate occupational therapy providers in ALL our settings ranging from outpatient hand therapy/lymphedema, outpatient pediatrics, and inpatient/acute care!

Come check us out!

04/16/2026

Happy OT month!

Come see great OT services we have to offer!

04/13/2026

Welcome Andy!! We are so excited to have you on board!!

✨Big news for the Warren therapy community! ✨ As Andy Sandstrom, PT, retires from private practice at CTI, we are honored to welcome him to the WGH RehabWorks team.

What this means for you:

💙 Andy will continue to serve patients at WGH in a part time role.

💙 RehabWorks is officially accepting former CTI patients.

💙 We are here to ensure your recovery stays on track with zero interruptions.

Welcome to the team, Andy! Help us wish Andy the very best in this new chapter! 👇

📞 Need to transition your care? Call us at 814-726-4070.

04/02/2026

Happy OT month to our great OT practitioners!

💚 April is Occupational Therapy Month at WGH! 💚
This year’s theme—Enriching Lives Through Meaningful Engagement—is a powerful reminder that the "little" things in life are actually the biggest milestones of all.

In the world of OT, "occupation" isn't just a job. It’s everything you do from the moment you wake up:
• For a child, it’s the serious business of play and mastering a pencil grasp. ✏️
• For an adult, it’s the dignity of dressing independently or returning to a beloved hobby. 🧵
• For a senior, it’s the safety of navigating their home with confidence. 🏠

Behind the adaptive tools, sensory strategies, and rehab exercises, there is always a deep purpose. 💪 OT works quietly in the background, building the skills that allow people of all ages to participate fully in their lives—at school, at home, at work, and within themselves.

OT isn’t about changing who someone is. It’s about supporting how they engage in the world in ways that feel authentic and empowering. 🌱

We celebrate the progress that might look small to the outside world but represents a massive victory to the person achieving it. 🥹 Awareness matters. Access matters.

Happy OT Month to our incredible WGH team making participation possible for every stage of life! 💙

03/12/2026

Check out this program!

Do you or a loved one live with Parkinson’s? Our upcoming Mindful Movement program co-presented byRehabWorks at WGH and the Warren County YMCA - PA offers a safe, professionally guided 8-week exercise program designed to help you move with confidence. This program is led by experts Chris Dolan and Steve Smith to ensure you're getting the professional guidance you need.

✅ Improve balance & stability
✅ Support Cognitive Function
✅ Boost confidence
✅ Strengthen Muscles
✅ Expert-led instruction

📅 March 16 - May 6
🕐 Mon/Wed @ 1:00 pm
📍 Register at the YMCA front desk or call 814-726-0110.

03/11/2026

Come see Patty, our highly skilled cardiac RN, to check out our Cardiac Rehabilitaiton Program at RehabWorks!

Behind every successful procedure is a powerful image. Did you know you can receive cardiology services, including imaging, right here, close to home?

When it comes to your heart, every moment counts. At WGH, we combine cutting-edge imaging services with unmatched efficiency to support your heart health from diagnosis through recovery.

✔️ Rapid Diagnosis: Need answers fast? Our advanced cardiac imaging services, including stress tests, provide clear insights.

✔️ Personalized Care: From diagnostic insights to comprehensive treatment plans, we're with you.

Our imaging services include:
❤️Cardiac treadmill stress tests
❤️Nuclear medicine stress tests
❤️EKGs (𝙣𝙤 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙙!)
❤️24 & 48-hour Holter monitors
❤️30-day event monitors

✔️ Stronger Tomorrow: We also offer a Cardiac Rehabilitation program at RehabWorks designed to help you recover and thrive, building a healthier future.

Experience the WGH difference with quick scheduling availability for all your cardiology needs. Our dedicated team is ready to care for you. Take the first step toward a healthier heart.

Call today at (814) 723-4973 Select Option 8 and Extension 1651 to schedule

03/11/2026

Our Pediatric Occupational and Speech Therapy team recently created sensory bags for our local Fire Department to help support children and adults with sensory and cognitive challenges during emergency situations. Such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, Dementia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety…really, anyone who needs a little extra support during stressful emergencies!

When individuals experience stressful or unfamiliar events, simple sensory tools can make a big difference. Each bag includes items designed to help person self-regulate, feel calmer, and stay engaged while first responders provide care.

These bags may contain things like:

🧸 Small comfort items
🎨 Fidget and sensory tools
📚 Simple activities
🌈 Calming visual supports

We’re proud to partner with our firefighters to help make difficult moments a little less overwhelming for our community. Thank you to our Pediatric team and our Fire Department for working together to care for ALL our community’s members! ❤️

Warren Firefighters IAFF Local 1835