“I was so fractured … but here, I could start to mend.” A mom’s insight into Gaylord Hospital’s...
By Cathy Cassata, American Heart Association News
Published on July 20, 2026
Stroke Survivor Achieves Graduation Goal with Support from Gaylord Therapy
At 14 years old, Bella Chambasis experienced a life-changing stroke. As she recovered, she set a personal goal: to stand up from her wheelchair and walk across the stage at her high school graduation. The American Heart Association recently shared Bella's story, including the role Gaylord Physical Therapist Jadean Hoff, PT, DPT, NCS, played in helping her work toward that goal.
The article follows Bella's rehabilitation journey and the progress she made through months of therapy, culminating in the moment she fulfilled her promise to herself on graduation day. Read the full story to learn more about Bella's recovery and the care that helped her reach this unforgettable milestone.
