From the Highbar Community Team — what’s going on at Highbar this June.
This is Issue 001. Starting this month, we’re publishing a community round-up every month — one link, one place, everything Highbar, Joint Ventures Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy U, and Peak are doing in the neighborhoods where we work and live. Clinicians on the radio, PTs at the ballpark, community walks, literacy sponsorships, and yes — a golf tournament. It’s all here.
If your clinic, team, or event should be in next month’s issue, email us at community@highbarhealth.com.
Here’s what happened in June for Highbar, Joint Ventures Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy U, and Peak.
One organization. Four brands.
Highbar Physical Therapy | Joint Ventures Physical Therapy | Physical Therapy U | Peak
On the Radio: Ray in the Morning
📍 Milford + Franklin, MA | Highbar Physical Therapy
Milford CD, Brian Simons, PT, DPT, NCS and Franklin CD, Reid Holden, PT, DPT, joined Ray in the Morning to discuss their passion for physical therapy at Highbar Physical Therapy, share insights about our services, and highlight ways we continue to support and engage with the local community. Stream Ray in the Morning – Tri-County Regional Chamber Spotlight – Highbar Physical Therapy by Raydio | Listen online for free on SoundCloud
Tee It Up: 2nd Annual Highbar Golf Tournament
📍 Chepachet, RI (Glocester Country Club) | Highbar
We’re excited to announce the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament. Last year was a huge success, and we’re looking forward to building on that with another great day of golf, competition, and time together.
Event Details:
- 📍 Location: Glocester Country Club – Chepacehet, RI
- 📅 Date: August 30
- ⏰ Time: TBD
- 💲 Price: TBD
Registration:
You can register by:
- Clicking the link below
- Or scanning the QR code to sign up yourself or your team
Spots will be limited, so make sure to lock in your team!.
Questions? Reach out at community@highbarhealth.com
Physical Therapy U Takes the Field with the Brockton Rox
📍 Brockton, MA | Physical Therapy U
PTU recently completed preseason performance testing with the Brockton Rox as they prepared for their upcoming season. The Brockton Rox are a professional baseball team in the Frontier League based in Brockton, MA, and play at Campanelli Stadium.
Testing was led by Robert Farretta with the aim of gathering baseline performance measures that can help identify areas of strength, potential limitations, and opportunities for continued development throughout the season.
PTU will also be attending the Brockton Rox game on Friday, July 10th, and we are excited to continue supporting the team this season.
📸 PHOTO PLACEHOLDER — Source correct PTU + Brockton Rox performance testing photo from Robert Farretta. Replace this placeholder before publishing. Broken Instagram embed removed.
Walking with Purpose: APDA Optimism Walk in Framingham
Soon-to-be Milford Clinic Director, Brian Simons, enjoyed spending time in his weekend at the American Parkinson Disease Association Optimism Walk in Framingham, MA.
“It was inspiring to connect with so many individuals, families, caregivers, and community members who are passionate about supporting people living with Parkinson disease.
Events like this are a great reminder of how important community, movement, education, and support are throughout the Parkinson’s journey. I’m incredibly grateful for the conversations, connections, and shared optimism”
Networking in Foxborough at Plainridge Park
📍 Foxborough, MA | Highbar ⚠️ FLAG FOR REVIEW — BD-adjacent, confirm with Michelle before publishing
Foxborough CD, Emily Hutcheson, PT, DPT, Norwood CD, Brielle Albertini, PT, DPT, MHA and Attleboro CD, Sydney Fournier, PT, DPT, OCS represented Highbar at the Multi-Chamber Networking Event at Plainridge Park Casino, where Highbar was proud to be an event sponsor! A great evening of networking, community connection, and building local partnerships with fellow business professionals.
Coffee & Collaboration in Mansfield
📍 Mansfield, MA | Highbar ⚠️ FLAG FOR REVIEW — BD-adjacent, confirm with Michelle before publishing
Christine Allen, Director of Active Day of Mansfield and Foxborough CD, Emily Hutcheson, PT, DPT recently connected over coffee to discuss collaboration opportunities and explore ways to continue supporting and strengthening the local community together.
Live on Facebook with the Ocean Community Chamber
📍 Westerly + Richmond, RI | Highbar
The Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce hosted an amazing Facebook Live event featuring our Westerly and Richmond Clinic Directors, Mary-Anne Ahlers, PTA and John Goodyear,PT, DPT, OCS alongside Business Development Coordinator, Alaina Reardon and our incredible CEO, Michelle Collie, PT, DPT, OCS. Our team had a fantastic time connecting with the community, sharing laughs, and highlighting all of the exciting and impactful work happenining at Highbar Physical Therapy. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EVDyu4XwY/
We Dug the Clam Digger 5K
📍 Westerly, RI | Highbar
Highbar was proud to sponsor this year’s 2026 Clamdigger 5K, 5-Mile & Kids Race hosted by the Westerly Track & Athletic Club at Westerly Town Beach!
Westerly CD, Mary-Anne Ahlers, PTA led the warm-up for more than 250 runners, while Richmond PT, Kathleen Rafanelli, PT, DPT supported athletes’ post-race in the Highbar recovery tent.
A great day supporting our community from start to finish! Business Development Coordinator, Alaina Reardon, Lili Reardon and her friend Cece came to help volunteer at the Highbar table and gave our brochures and flyers promoting our services. Thanks to Tod Wright, PT, DPT, CSCS for coming by to say hello after the race.
We Entered the K-Zone on Lunchbox Radio
📍 Sudbury + Boylston + Worcester, MA | Highbar
Kara Casavant PT, DPT, OCS, MBA and Jennifer Bugg joined the Lunchbox Radio Show to talk about all things physical therapy, starting a new clinic, and what we are seeing across our communities.
They represented Highbar Physical Therapy, in an open, honest discussion from the front lines of care in Sudbury, Boylston, and Worcester.
Dry Needling at Sweat & Serenity
📍 [LOCATION NEEDED — confirm with Nick] | Highbar
On May 2nd, Highbar Physical Therapy had the opportunity to partner with SPENGA, StretchMed, Smoothie King (SKFI), Graze Craze, and other local wellness vendors for the “Sweat & Serenity” event. It was a day focused on movement, recovery, wellness, and community.
We provided complimentary dry needling services and had so many great conversations about staying active safely and confidently.
