SANCAP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The SanCap Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon-cutting for the Island Therapy Center on Sanibel.

The Island Therapy Center has been seeing patients since Hurricane Ian — in their homes and at a partner location in Fort Myers — but it recently celebrated its official return to Sanibel at a new location with a SanCap Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting. It held its soft opening on April 15.

Six feet of storm surge destroyed the original therapy center on Periwinkle Place, which opened in 2009. After working on clean up and volunteering in the community, staff was able to relocate to 16880 McGregor Blvd. in Fort Myers, where they also will continue to operate.

“Despite the effort and cost, we wanted to restore wellness and therapy services to the islands,” founder, Sanibel resident and physical therapist Rachel Tritaik said. “We have brand-new equipment with new ideas and tools to help our patients and clients, for physical therapy, massage therapy and personal training services. We are known for our commitment to exceptional patient care and continue to provide true one-on-one individualized therapy services in a boutique clinic setting with the same therapist each visit for the entire visit.”

“The return of therapeutic and medical-related services right on-island has been identified as a major step toward making our islands once again safe and desirable for residents and visitors alike,” chamber President and Chief Executive Officer John Lai said. “We are so fortunate to celebrate Rachel’s victory over obstacles for her full return. Congratulations to the entire team.”

The Island Therapy Center is at 695 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel.