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Sharon's Story

SARAACC was born from lived experience. After Sharon suffered a life-altering aneurysm, her husband James stepped into the role of full-time caregiver. Through years of navigating rehabilitation, frustration, and limited resources, one truth became clear: caregivers need support just as much as patients.

Sharon Acute Rehab and Alternative Caregiver Corporation (SARAACC) is a nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of individuals living with traumatic brain injuries and supporting the caregivers who stand by them. Founded on a mission to advance care for brain-injured individuals, we have established ourselves as a trusted leader in combining conventional and alternative care methods to restore individuals to their highest functional ability.

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Our Story

SARAACC was born from lived experience. After Sharon suffered a life-altering aneurysm, her husband James stepped into the role of full-time caregiver. Through years of navigating rehabilitation, frustration, and limited resources, one truth became clear: caregivers need support just as much as patients.

Research showed that because of the stress caregivers terminate life in some studies as much as 30% before the patients, this leaves the patient in need of a second caregiver.

The patient support normally falls on one member of the family becoming the primary caregiver, which adds additional stress.

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Our Mission
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The Significance and Uniqueness of SARAACC

Bridging Conventional and Alternative Care 

SARAACC bridges the gap between alternative and conventional care—ensuring patients receive optimal rehabilitation while attending to the emotional, educational, and practical needs of caregivers. We integrate up-to-date technology and innovative therapies with real-life caregiving preparation.

Our Programs

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SARAACC Away From Home Program

Our Away From Home program provides high-quality respite care in a safe, nurturing environment. Whether you need a short break or have an urgent commitment, we ensure your loved one receives professional attention and comfort, giving you the peace of mind to recharge.

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SARAACC Educational Program

Knowledge is a caregiver's most powerful tool. Our Educational Program offers comprehensive resources and workshops designed to help families navigate the complexities of long-term rehabilitation, medical terminology, and the emotional journey of recovery.

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Extended Relationship Program

Caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint. The Extended Relationship Program focuses on building a sustainable bridge between patients, families, and professional providers, ensuring that support doesn't end when the initial phase of recovery is over.

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Melinda Pugh Scholarship Program

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of compassionate professionals. The Melinda Pugh Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to aspiring healthcare workers and caregivers who share our vision of heart-centered, patient-focused rehabilitation.

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Training for Caregivers

Gain the practical skills needed to provide exceptional care at home. From physical mobility techniques to managing daily medical needs, our Training for Caregivers equips you with the hands-on expertise required to support your loved one safely and effectively.

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Programs & Services / Facility Vision

Rooted in the lived experience of our founders, our Facility Vision is to create a holistic environment where healing and support go hand-in-hand. Explore our full suite of services designed to treat the whole person and empower the caregiver.

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SARAACC Backpack Program

SARAACC equips both patients and caregivers with essential care items that are often not covered by insurance. Through the Backpack Program, we ensure that the practical needs of recovery are met — supporting not just the individual healing, but the dedicated caregivers by their side.

Supporting Caregivers. Restoring Independence. Advancing Rehabilitation.Â