The 2025 installment of The Crumley House Joggin’ for the Noggin 5K brought 400 competitors to the scenic backroads of Limestone, Tennessee to join in supporting survivors of traumatic brain injury. Among them was Amber Tookey, a 39-year-old runner from Boise, Idaho, who delivered a standout performance, finishing first overall with an impressive time of 18:25—setting a blistering pace of 5:55 minutes per mile. But Tookey’s story is about more than just speed. It’s a testament to resilience, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit. … [Read more...]
Crumley House launches Season of Giving Campaign
With the holiday season here, the Crumley House Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center is thrilled to announce its annual Season of Giving campaign. Running now through December 31, this initiative offers community members a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals living with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Through several giving options, supporters can help The Crumley House reach its 2024 fundraising goals and provide life-enriching programs for its members year-round. … [Read more...]
Vietnam War Veteran and Crumley House Cofounder Steve Barrett Completes Honor Flight Journey to Washington, D.C.
As Veteran’s Day approaches, our nation takes time to honor the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the armed forces. For many, these moments of recognition bring forth memories of service, camaraderie, and sometimes loss. For U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran and Crumley House Cofounder Steve Barrett, these memories are not bound to a single day—they remain vivid and enduring. Recently, Barrett was among a group of approximately twenty veterans from the Appalachian Highlands region who participated in an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. The Honor Flight of the Appalachian Highlands is a branch of the national Honor Flight Network, a program dedicated to transporting veterans to the nation’s capital to visit the memorials built to honor their service and sacrifice. This journey offered Barrett and his fellow veterans a moment to reflect, remember, and receive long-overdue recognition. … [Read more...]