Community Life

In celebration of Nurse's Week last week, CALofJC recognized two very special residents who served as nurses.

Cherrie Robinson, LPN spent her career working primarily with dialysis patients and Agnes Lowe, LPN, was a World War II Nursing Cadet and spent the remainder career working at the Veterans Administration.   

Thank you to both or these wonderful ladies for your servant leadership and serving as examples for generations to come. 

This week is Nurses Week '25. Click the photo to see our wonderful Nurses!

Residents and Staff of CALofJC would like to congratulate our very own Stephen Gilbert, Business Office Manager / HR on his graduation from Milligan University.

Stephen will be walking across the stage on Saturday, May 3, 2025, to accept his Master’s Degree in Business Administration. 

Among other accomplishments, Stephen is a gifted world class swimmer on the Milligan University Swim Team. Congratulations Stephen on such an amazing accomplishment. Staff and Residents of CALofJC are very proud to have your on our Team.

You're invited to our Mother's Day Tea Party on Thursday, May 8, 1:30 - 3:30pm. Please contact Emily (423) 930-3467 or Shelley (423) 220-9425 to RSVP. See you there! 

Residents and staff at CALofJC enjoyed the outside courtyards today as well as shot a new commercial to soon be aired on WJHL TV.

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The Easter Bunny made an early appearance at CALofJC to invite everyone to our BIG Easter Egg Hunt, THIS Wednesday, April 16th. Lots of fun, food and prizes starting at 4pm. See you there! 

Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City is proud to announce that Emily Bryant is officially a Certified Activity Director. Emily is excited to return to CALofJC and share what she has learned. Congratulations Emily! 

You're invited to our Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, April 16 at 4pm. To RSVP, please contact Emily (423) 930-3467 or Shelley (423) 220-9425.

Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City was proud to announce their Joint Commission Accreditation this morning on WJHL's Daytime Tri-Cites! 

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Take advantage of our Joint Commission Celebration Move-In Special on one of our Large Apartments! It's a $2,000 Savings!

Entrance Fee Waived for Contracts signed by April 20th!

Move-In Date by May 15th!

Residents at CALofJC had a wonderful day enjoying the Spring sunshine with refreshments and Bluegrass Music performed by Country Classics!

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A Large Apartment just became available! Call Taylor today to schedule your tour. More pictures coming. 

David Worley, Director of Rehab, presented residents with information on Falls and Balance to improve safety and help maintain independence.

Rehab services are available to residents in-house at CALofJC. For more information contact Amie Markland, Director of Nursing. 

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Staff from Abundant Christian Living Community and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City made visits to local legislators in Nashville this week to discuss healthcare funding and other needs for the Healthcare industry. 

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Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City is now on Instagram! Search "calofjc' or click the Instagram logo at the bottom of this page.

Pauline Thomas noticed that she was having a little more trouble getting dressed in the mornings and her balance seemed off. 

After working with the therapist at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City, the Staff and Mrs. Thomas have notice that she is more safely completing her activities of daily living such has getting dressed and personal care allowing her to feel more independent. Mrs. Thomas stated that, “The Therapy Team has helped me a lot and has helped me with my balance and strength. I really enjoy working with them and they are always willing to help me.” 

Mrs. Thomas enjoys having meals with the other Residents in the dining room and participating in activities.

We are excited to continue working with Mrs. Thomas in assisting her to achieve all her desired goals. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

Joy Akeley began her therapy journey with the in-house Broad River Rehab Therapy Team at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City to achieve the highest-level quality of life. Mrs. Akeley stated, “I was having trouble walking down to the dining area and standing long enough to brush my teeth and do everything I needed to do at the sink.” 

Through Broad River Rehab's Therapy Team, she is now able to walk with increased independence and distance, able to stand long, which has allowed her to become more independent with her activities of daily living. Mrs. Akeley reports, “the Therapy Team is amazing and are always willing to help. I am now able to enjoy going to more activities that the facility hosts such as devotions, movies, musical guest and working on puzzles which is my favorite hobby.” 

We are excited to continue working with Mrs. Akeley in assisting her to achieve all her desired goals. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City was asked to nominate employees that continually demonstrate a “Commitment to Caring”. These employees were nominated based upon the criteria of:

• Relating well to residents, families, visitors, staff, and supervisors; respecting resident’s rights;
• Consistently performing beyond basic job requirements; promoting safety in the workplace;
• Striving to maintain personal and professional growth through in-services or external educational opportunities;
• Maintaining a positive “can-do” attitude;
• Having dependable attendance; participating in company sponsored events;
• Participating as a team player;
• And overall continually demonstrating the “Commitment to Caring” philosophy.

Michelle has worked at Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City for eight years and in healthcare eight years. She continually shows a “Commitment to Caring” by helping Residents with the small tasks. She likes being there for them as some don’t have family.

She stated that her motivation is to do her job to the best of her ability. She cleans the Residents rooms as she would clean her own home. She also enjoys talking to them like family.

Michelle shared that she likes working at Christian Assisted Living because she enjoys the Residents and her job.

Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City is proud to announce that Amy Walker, CNA was chosen as the recipient of a “Caring Hearts Award” by Alzheimer’s Tennessee.   

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