Say hello to Allison Lillie, a 16-year-old powerhouse from Evans, Georgia! After a car accident on August 22, 2023, left her with a brain injury, Allison channeled her passion for running, piano, and swimming into her recovery, proving that resilience can be as graceful as a piano melody and as powerful as a swift current.

Allison has set her sights on joining the very place that fueled her comeback—Shepherd Center. She aspires to become a neurologist, dedicated to providing hope and healing, just as she experienced. She dreams of a world where everyone has access to the same outstanding rehabilitation opportunities.

A treasured memory for Allison was strolling with Poet, the facility dog, at Shepherd Pathways, a moment of peace amidst intense recovery. Allison is also a stellar athlete with a personal best mile time of 6:12. Watch out, world—Allison is on the run towards a future of purpose and passion!