About the Administrator

I have lived my whole life in my hometown of Jonesborough, Tennessee’s historic capital. I committed my life to Jesus in 2013, and developed a passion for upholding the belief that all human life was created by God and is of utmost importance. Life, at no matter what stage, should be valued and respected. I started working at Governor’s Bend Assisted Living, part of Free Will Baptist Family Ministries, in 2017, when my co-pastor, Lincoln Shelton, who was a clinical director with Family Ministries at the time and now has founded Thrive Life Advancement Ministries and Higher Ground Counseling in Erwin. He knew I was looking for a career that would fulfill my desire to work in ministry. He, of course, suggested Family Ministries. Family Ministries serves all walks of life, from pre-born to end of life care. Their mission is to serve and share Christ, to preserve families and to provide a loving environment to live, work, and grow in the Lord.

When I inquired with the ministry, I was offered a position at Governor’s Bend Assisted Living as an activity assistant. I have a background in theatre and arts and thought the activity department would be a wonderful career to grow in. After working in activities for two years, I was promoted to Office Manager. I fell in love with administration and served in that role for five years until recently promoted to Executive Director. I am elated with this new opportunity and aim to bring the love to our residents, families, and staff that our ministry is founded on; the love of Christ.”