Holy Cross Health Launches Jon & Helaine Ayers Rehabilitation Center with Cutting-Edge Therapies

Holy Cross Health has officially opened the Jon & Helaine Ayers Rehabilitation Center, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to outpatient rehabilitation services. This center, located in Fort Lauderdale, stands out as the only facility in Broward County offering a range of unique therapies designed to aid patients in regaining and improving their mobility and balance. The renovation and equipping of the center were made possible through a generous $2 million donation from Jon and Helaine Ayers, marking a significant investment in the future of patient care at Holy Cross Health.

The center introduces eight innovative pieces of equipment, including the Balance Quest TRV Chair for treating vertigo, the C-Mill balance and gait treadmill with virtual reality capabilities, and the EksoNR robotic exoskeleton for gait training. These advancements position the Jon & Helaine Ayers Rehabilitation Center as a leader in treating neurologic, vestibular, oncologic, and complex orthopedic conditions. The facility's approach to care emphasizes a one-on-one, team-based model that addresses the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of recovery.

Jon Ayers, a Fort Lauderdale resident and member of the Holy Cross Health Board of Directors, shared his personal connection to the project. Following a life-altering bike accident in 2019 that left him a quadriplegic, Ayers has become a passionate advocate for physical and occupational therapy. His and Helaine's donation reflects their commitment to providing patients with access to the latest treatments and technologies, inspired by Jon's own rehabilitation journey.

The opening of the Jon & Helaine Ayers Rehabilitation Center represents a milestone in Holy Cross Health's mission to deliver compassionate, innovative healthcare focused on the whole person. With its advanced equipment and dedicated team, the center is set to make a profound impact on the lives of patients recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other conditions. For more information on the outpatient rehabilitation services offered at Holy Cross Health, visit holy-cross.com/services/rehabilitation-and-therapy/outpatient-rehabilitation/jon-and-helaine-ayers-rehabilitation.