Welcome back to the You're Not Alone Podcast! Let's catch up!!

Val and Morgan update everyone about the new facility we opened on September 8, 2025. They discuss the ability to grow and foster creativity with the larger space. A grand opening will be happening later this year! Stay tuned!!

Morgan shares the latest update on her ACL tear, including some worries about what surgery on her SCI affected knee and recovery may look like. She is feeling strong and ready to go after completing pre-hab with Matt at our neighboring Spooner PT in East Mesa!

Val returned to Camp With A Ramp, this time managing the weekend without injury. She discusses Chris' day at the lake, kayaking - and swimming- albeit unexpected! She's now gearing up for the Arizona APTA Fall Conference and the 75th Anniversary of the Arizona Chapter. Congratulations to Lynette Lauterbach, PTA and Anna Fern-Buneo, PT, Arizona's PTA and PT of the Year! Congratulations are also in order to James Roush, PT, who is receiving the Pauline Wampler Service award!

If you have been a past guest on our podcast and are also interested in sharing your testimonial for marketing purposes for Neuro and Brain Performance Centers, please let Morgan and Val know so we can get you to our marketing team.

If you'd like to be a guest on our podcast, email us at: yourenotalonepodcast48@gmail.com

If you or your loved one is in need of neuro physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy, give us a shout!

Neuro & Brain Performance Centers LLC
5761 E Brown Rd #19, Mesa, AZ 85205
Phone: 480-719-8080
Fax: 480-981-8595
Website: neuroandbrain.com

Welcome back to another episode of You're Not Alone Podcast with Morgan and Val! Today we chat about advocacy and insurance, and believe it or not, they go hand in hand!!

Val starts off this episode sharing all about the advocacy efforts she took part of in Washington D.C. with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She also shares a patient testimonial letter that was shared a Senator Mark Kelly's and Congressman Greg Stanton's offices. Thank you to those who shared your testimonials supporting physical therapy!!

Next, Capone joins us for this year's updates and explains some of the differences between Medicare and Medicare Advantage/UHC Advantage plans. He'll also review the difference between referrals and authorizations, and provides definitions behind the insurance jargon - deductibles, co-insurances, copays and out of pocket limits.

We want our community to feel informed when making insurance decisions for themselves or their families who require long-term care due to injury and/or disability. Capone shares the big questions to ask when shopping for health insurance: 1. Is a referral required? 2. Are there visit limits? 3. Is authorization required?

Ultimately, you, the buyer, are responsible for knowing the plan and payor information for your selected insurance plan! Make an informed decision - ask all the questions before buying!!

Open enrollment begins November 1, 2025 and ends January 15, 2026.

Thank you to Capone for sharing all these updates with our followers and thank you to all of you that continue to listen and provide feedback! We are so grateful for you!!

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If you are interested in sharing your story or have advice and tips for our listeners, please email us at: yourenotalonepodcast48@gmail.com

Interested in joining us for your physical, occupational or speech therapy needs? We are located on the north east corner of Power and Brown Rds in East Mesa, AZ.

Neuro & Brain Performance Centers LLC
6840 E. Brown Road, Suite 104
Mesa, Arizona 85207
Phone 480-719-8080
Fax 888-375-1033

Welcome back to another episode of You're Not Alone Podcast! This week we are addressing a very common question we are asked in the clinic setting: "Can I still travel? Are cruises accessible to wheelchair users?? How do you make it work???"

This week Morgan and Val are joined by Adam and Tara Pepiton for a cruise review of the various cruise lines and whether they've found their ships and rooms to be accessible to persons with mobility limitations. They also will share stories of the good and bad experiences they've had and how to avoid them in the future.

They provide their opinions of accessibility at ports they have visited ranging from northern destinations in Alaska all the way south to Cozumel and Belize.

Collectively, we find that planning and researching destinations is the most important key to cruising stress-free. Does the trip require a tender transfer to get off the ship? Do you have to arrange for special equipment?? Planning ahead is vital to ensuring safe and enjoyable vacation.

We hope this episode soothes any worries you may have that travel is impossible after injury. It is possible and is essential to continue living your life to the fullest!!

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If you are interested in sharing your story or have advice and tips for our listeners, please email us at: yourenotalonepodcast48@gmail.com

Interested in joining us for your physical, occupational or speech therapy needs? We are located on the north east corner of Power and Brown Rds in East Mesa, AZ.

Neuro & Brain Performance Centers LLC
6840 E. Brown Road, Suite 104
Mesa, Arizona 85207
Phone 480-719-8080
Fax 888-375-1033