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About Arbor Terrace of Knoxville

Arbor Terrace provides residents with a lifestyle focused on wellness and meaningful social connections. Our assisted living and memory care options allow us to provide individualized care and assistance for everyone who calls our community home.

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Relationships Matter Here

At Arbor Terrace of Knoxville, relationships are the foundation of our community. We delight in fostering meaningful relationships — we call them deep connections — with residents and family members, and finding ways to create connections between the seniors who live here. As we learn more about our residents, we can provide even better assistance and programs to meet their ever-evolving needs.

Life Is Better Here

Arbor Terrace of Knoxville is managed by The Arbor Company. For more than three decades, The Arbor Company has been dedicated to providing the lifestyle and amenities that keep seniors feeling their very best.

  • Art Art and Education Stimulate your mind by learning another language, painting a portrait, or exploring a new craft or skill.
  • people Deep Connections Feel connected to a lively community. We ask the right questions and take the time to listen. It’s why residents accomplish amazing things here — things they never thought possible on their own.
  • PurposefulLivng Health and Wellness Our exercise programs are designed especially for seniors to improve mobility, maintain fitness, and even challenge the brain — all in a fun format.
  • Recreation Purposeful Living At Arbor Terrace, residents are meaningfully engaged throughout the day. An important part of that includes opportunities to volunteer and give back to others while remaining actively involved in the community.
  • Activities Recreation and Leisure We go out of our way to fulfill each resident’s wish list. From live music to barbecues to karaoke nights, if you can dream it, chances are that we’ll try it. And we love helping with family get-togethers.
  • Spiritual Spiritual Journey For many, the health of one’s soul is as meaningful as the health of one’s body. And so we offer ample opportunities for structured religious activities and individual reflection.

A Company Built on Senior Living

Arbor Terrace of Knoxville is managed by The Arbor Company, who has been serving seniors around the country for more than 30 years. Our experience and passion for senior living set us apart from others; we are dedicated to fostering relationships that matter and providing resources that keep our team on the cutting edge of the industry’s best practices.

Meet the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville Team

Each member of our team brings a heart for service, a passion for seniors, and the experience to create exceptional opportunities for our residents.

Karen Emerson

Karen Emerson

Executive Director

Karen Emerson joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in March 2003 to work part-time in the Business Office. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of Business Management. Karen became the Executive Director in November 2015 and is a licensed Assisted Living Administrator. Her door is always open to assist residents, family members, and staff.

Ruthie Powers

Ruthie Powers

Assistant Director

Ruthie joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in November 2012 as a part-time Receptionist. In November 2015, Ruthie became our Business Office Manager. She is dedicated to providing residents and their families support in the sometimes confusing areas of accounting. Ruthie is a favorite with the residents as she always makes sure they have prizes for their many games of Bingo.

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Tina Hyatt

Community Sales Director

Tina has a background in medical device sales but has been working in senior living for three years. She changed directions after being touched by the care and compassion her grandmother received while in a senior living community until the age of 99. After witnessing firsthand the benefits that a community provides, not only to the resident but also their family, Tina knew this would be the career for her. Tina has a son and moved from North Carolina to be closer to family.

Melody Scott

Melody Scott, RN-BC

Resident Care Director

Melody Scott joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in November, 2010 as Resident Care Director. She is a registered nurse, certified in psychiatric and mental health nursing. Melody has worked in psychiatric, geriatric and assisted living areas for 37 years. Melody has found her greatest satisfaction in caring for the elderly. She is happy to be a part of the Arbor Terrace family and working with the residents, families and staff.

Cindy Bayless

Cindy Bayless, LPN

Evergreen Memory Care Director

Cindy Bayless joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in October 2006 as the Evergreen Program Director. She is a Licensed Practical Nurse and is also a Certified Dementia Care Specialist and Training Coordinator. Cindy loves her job and feels blessed to have the opportunity to care for the residents and provide support for their families.

Erin Parten

Erin Parten

Engagement Director

Erin Parten joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in April 2003 as Assistant Activities Director. She became the Engagement Director in March 2008. Erin is a Recreation Therapist who has worked in activities since 1985. Due to her extensive experience, she brings energy and creativity for providing a high standard of engagement programming for our residents. Erin works hard to organize our Engagement Team which provides a variety of activities for all our residents.

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Tabitha MacLellan

Dining Director

Tabitha has worked at Arbor Terrace of Knoxville for over 22 years. She began her career as a resident assistant in memory care before making the move to a cook. In January of 2021, Tabitha completed an online culinary program and received her certification. She is the mother of two children, grandmother of four, and the mother of a sweet rescue pup named Boss.

Lucas Greer

Lucas Greer

Maintenance Director

Lucas Geer joined the Arbor Terrace of Knoxville team in November 2016 after relocating from Crossville, TN. Lucas enjoys being able to help the residents each day and takes pride in keeping our community well maintained.

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Mother's Day Tea Party

05.18.23

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