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Forward Thinking – Elder Abuse Statistics Frightening; Awareness is Key

The statistics tell a story we hear little about. According to the National Council on Aging, “approximately one in 10 Americans aged 60-plus have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates range as high as five million elders who are abused each year.” Sadly, one study cited by the NCOA estimates that only one …

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Mitchell promoted to Fitness Manager at The Heritage at Brentwood

BRENTWOOD, TN – Molly B. Mitchell has been named National Institute for Fitness and Sports’ new Fitness Manager at The Heritage at Brentwood. The Brentwood senior living community contracts with NIFS to staff and manage its extensive wellness programs. Mitchell joined The Heritage team in March 2019 as health fitness specialist. In her new role, …

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Environmental Services’ Stella Sarfo named June Employee of the Month

The Heritage at Brentwood’s June Employee of the Month, Stella Sarfo, is not the most visible employee to residents but she is among the most valuable. Stella joined senior living community’s Environmental Services team in August 2018 as a Laundry Associate. While residents might not see her out and about as much as her housekeeping and …

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COVID-19 Update

The CDC announced on May 13, 2021 that fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. According to the CDC, people are considered fully vaccinated: 2 weeks after their second …

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Veterans lead touching Memorial Day ceremony at The Heritage

BRENTWOOD — With the precision of a military drill, the resident-led Memorial Day celebration at The Heritage at Brentwood began the second the clock struck 10 a.m. Monday morning. Less than 20 minutes later, the large crowd gathered in the shadow of the senior living community’s American flag had been reminded of the holiday’s history, …

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‘Heritage historian’ honored as April’s Employee of the Month

In July 2007, just months after The Heritage at Brentwood opened its doors to senior residents, Almaz Awalom started her career at The Heritage’s skilled-nursing component, Somerfield Health Center. As a full-time, 2nd shift Certified Nursing Aide, she started out with only five residents on the Sunflower wing but watched as the Sunflower and Monarch halls …

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The Heritage Named Best Senior Living and Best Employer in New Poll

The Heritage at Brentwood has won bragging rights in Williamson Home Page’s inaugural Williamson’s Best reader poll. When results were announced Wednesday, March 24, The Heritage was named Williamson County’s Best Senior Living Community and Best Employer. Executive Chef Jonathan King was a finalist in the Best Chef category. Executive Director Jon Tagatz noted the …

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The Heritage residents, staff receive COVID-19 Vaccine

The Heritage at Brentwood is pleased to announce as of March 8, residents and employees have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccination through our partner pharmacy. The Heritage has followed the State of Tennessee’s vaccination distribution and delivery plan, which included prioritization of residents by the level of care. The Heritage partnered with a …

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