Principle Therapy Services at Premier Nursing & Rehab – Jacksonville, NC
Therapy That Feels Like Progress—Because It Is
At Premier Nursing & Rehab, therapy is part of everyday care — whether you’re recovering after a hospital stay or living here long-term. Our therapy team works closely with residents to build strength, restore independence, and support what matters most in daily life.
We offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy right here in the building — in the place many of our residents call home. For some, progress means walking with more confidence or navigating stairs safely. For others, it means regaining speech, memory, or the ability to eat comfortably again.
This is the heart of Principle Therapy Services: purposeful care, delivered with skill and compassion.
A Skilled Team You Can Count On
Our licensed therapists work on-site and are a trusted part of the Premier care team. They’re not just providers — they’re familiar faces, woven into daily life here. They know our residents, understand their goals, and support progress in ways that feel personal — not rushed.
Our team is highly trained, but what truly sets them apart is their commitment. They chose skilled nursing because they believe in showing up — consistently — for the people they serve. Here, therapy isn’t just a session. It’s a relationship, built over time and grounded in trust.
Want to join a therapy team where connection comes first?
Occupational therapists focus on daily tasks like grooming, dressing, and safe movement
Physical therapists support balance, mobility, and strength — especially after surgery or illness
Speech-language pathologists help with speech, memory, and swallowing safety. For many residents, swallowing therapy is where meaningful progress begins. When someone can eat comfortably and safely, they’re more likely to gain strength, engage in therapy, and feel more like themselves. Good nutrition and safe swallowing lay the foundation for everything else — physically and emotionally.
What Progress Looks Like Here
Progress may be lifting a spoon, climbing stairs, or staying active longer. It might mean returning home or simply feeling more confident while here.
We Celebrate All Kinds of Victories:
Small steps, like transferring from bed to chair with less help
Big wins, like preparing a simple meal or taking a safe walk down the hallway
Milestones in swallowing therapy, like enjoying a favorite food again without fear
Progress supported by adaptive tools and advanced modalities — from gait trainers to e-stim and ultrasound — that help restore function safely
Moments that bring back confidence, independence, and pride
Getting back to routines, roles, and responsibilities that make life feel like you again — at home, with strength and peace of mind
Tools That Support the Journey
Our therapy spaces are equipped with modern tools that support safe, steady progress — always with dignity and purpose in mind.
But the most valuable tools? Time, trust, and encouragement.
Whether for short-term rehab or long-term care, we’re here to help.
Dynamic Stair Trainer (DST 8000): Practice real-world stairs with supports
HUR SmartBalance System: Interactive training to improve balance and reduce fall risk
Working Kitchens: Relearn safe cooking and meal preparation
Pre-Gait & Gait Trainers: Support safe walking and transfers
Personalized Cardio Equipment: Tailored to each resident’s needs
Advanced Modalities: Including e-stim, ultrasound, and diathermy
Guided by Our Principles
Principle Therapy Services is part of the Principle LTC family. We’re driven by the same values that guide every aspect of our care:
Nurturing: We support those we serve and those who serve
Purpose: Every session matters because every person matters
Excellence: We aim for clinical and compassionate success
Resident Story:
“I Got My Life Back”
After my stroke, I couldn’t speak clearly and had trouble walking. The therapy team here took the time to understand me. They pushed me just enough — and now I can walk to my mailbox again. I even cook breakfast on my own. I’m so thankful I chose Franklin Oaks.
— RESIDENT, SHORT-TERM CARE