Business Details
27 Years
experience
Senior Rehabilitation & Wellness Services in Raleigh, NC
Founded in 1999 by an occupational therapist, Legacy Healthcare Services was established to address the critical need for on-site rehabilitative care in senior living communities. Over two decades, we grew as a therapist-owned corporation operating in 12 states before being acquired by Deaconess Associations Incorporated in 2018, a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding healthcare access. This partnership has amplified our impact, allowing us to serve seniors across 23 states while maintaining our therapist-operated model. Our CEO, a licensed physical therapist, leads a team committed to clinical excellence and empowering seniors to live with purpose, safety, and dignity. Our services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, all delivered on-site to maximize independence and quality of life. We integrate evidence-based clinical care with compassionate support, training community staff to ensure comprehensive care.Our LiveWell programs promote wellness through fitness, education, and chronic condition management, addressing common declines in senior populations. With a focus on innovation and personalized care, we develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each resident's cognitive and functional needs. Our therapists specialize in fall prevention, continence management, mobility enhancement, and cognitive rehabilitation, ensuring residents maintain independence and safety. As a values-driven organization, we prioritize heart-forward care, clinical excellence, and responsible stewardship. Our mission remains unchanged: to deliver advanced therapeutic care that empowers seniors to lead fulfilling lives while supporting partners through seamless integration and staff training.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
LiveWell Programs
Wellness Services
Fall Prevention
Continence Management
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Driver Safety Assessments
Home Modification Recommendations
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We provide on-site therapy services in senior living communities across 23 states.
- Our CEO is a licensed physical therapist with decades of clinical experience.
- We implement evidence-based programs for fall prevention and chronic condition management.
- Our therapists train community staff to ensure consistent care quality.
- We offer specialized LiveWell wellness programs addressing senior-specific health needs.
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists specialize in restoring mobility and preventing falls through personalized exercise programs. We address strength, balance, and endurance issues to help seniors maintain independence. Treatment plans focus on improving daily function while reducing pain and fall risk through manual therapy and structured exercise.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy maximizes independence in daily activities like medication management and home care. Our therapists address cognitive and physical challenges through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications. We focus on improving functional mobility, continence management, and upper extremity strength to enhance quality of life.
Speech Therapy
Speech-language pathologists address communication and swallowing disorders affecting seniors. We provide cognitive-communication therapy and swallow safety assessments to maintain functional independence. Our interventions focus on maximizing verbal expression, cognitive processing, and safe oral intake through targeted therapeutic exercises.
LiveWell Programs
LiveWell programs combine fitness classes, educational workshops, and health monitoring to promote active aging. These evidence-based programs address balance, nutrition, and chronic condition management. Participants receive personalized wellness plans and ongoing support to maintain physical and cognitive health through community-based activities.
Fall Prevention
Our fall reduction programs include comprehensive risk assessments and targeted interventions. Therapists implement balance training, environmental modifications, and strength-building exercises to reduce fall incidents. We provide follow-up evaluations and staff education to create safer living environments for senior residents.
People
Gil Wilson
Chief Financial Officer
Gil Wilson oversees financial operations with expertise in healthcare finance and strategic resource management.
Charles Hale
Chief Managing Officer/Chief Information Officer
Charles Hale leads technology strategy and operational management for Legacy's nationwide service delivery.
Kathleen Dwyer
Senior Vice President of Compliance
Kathleen Dwyer directs compliance programs with certifications in healthcare compliance and auditing standards.
Lynette Kentgen
Vice President of Operations, West
Lynette Kentgen manages western region operations with extensive experience in speech-language pathology and clinical leadership.
Luke Kontras
Vice President of Operations, East
Luke Kontras oversees eastern region operations combining clinical expertise with business leadership in rehabilitation services.
Questions
What therapy services do you offer for seniors?
We provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to address mobility, daily living skills, and communication/swallowing disorders.
How do you help seniors maintain independence?
Our therapists develop personalized care plans focusing on strength training, fall prevention, and adaptive techniques for daily activities.
Do you provide on-site services in senior communities?
Yes, we integrate directly into senior living communities with dedicated therapists and staff training programs.
What wellness programs are available?
Our LiveWell programs include fitness classes, chronic condition management, and educational workshops for senior health.
How do you ensure quality care across multiple states?
We maintain consistent quality through therapist-led operations, standardized clinical protocols, and ongoing staff development programs.
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Reviews (2)
Tildsley McManus
Jan 12, 2022
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I have worked for the corporate office for 6 months now. In that time, I can honestly say I have never seen a team so passionate about the services they provide their residents. This organization truly stands by the motto that at Legacy, we believe senior adults should live a life full of purpose, safety, and dignity. I am truly honored to be a member of this team and continue to ignite the Legacy of Legacy Healthcare Services each day. From the executive team to the clinical team working with residents each and everyday, Legacy is my employer of choice and I am so happy to be here.
Terra Davis
Oct 25, 2020
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EXCELLENT COMPANY!!! I graduated PTA school in 2016, I started with Legacy in Mar 2017 as PRN staff. With support from my Management I was able to go full time in 6 months. Over the next 2 years I became clinical program lead 1and 2 in Parkinsons with pay raise each level. As well as pay raise each yearly review. Then May of 2020 I applied for RD with legacy and now Im Rehab Director. I work hard and LOVE my job and this company. Legacy has done everything to support and empower me to reach my goals. I would recommend this company to anyone who doesnt mind being rewarded for their hard
