The Crumley House welcomed its first residents in the summer of 1992, but the vision for this sanctuary was conceived long before its doors opened.

In late September 1981, a catastrophic car accident drastically altered the life of 14-year-old Lori Beth Ford and her family. The once vibrant and talented teenager, who excelled in ballet, horseback riding, cheerleading, and academics, survived the accident but sustained a severe frontal lobe injury. After weeks in a coma, Lori Beth woke unable to walk, speak, or eat.

Lori Beth’s mother, June Barrett, faced this new reality with determination. Despite her limited knowledge of traumatic brain injuries, she committed herself to Lori Beth’s rehabilitation and recovery. Through this journey, Mrs. Barrett identified a significant gap in services for those transitioning from acute rehabilitation to independent living.

This realization led to the founding of The Crumley House. Recognizing the need for a facility to support brain injury survivors, June Barrett transformed her family’s tragedy into a mission of hope and support for others. With grant funding and private donations, The Crumley House was established in 1992 as a beacon of love and care for traumatic brain injury survivors and their families.Today, The Crumley House stands as a nationally recognized leader in brain injury rehabilitation. For more information, please call 423.257.3644 or inquire by email.