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05/04/2026

Announcing our first 2026 nominee for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Ann Fleuellyn is a nurse at Brookridge Retirement Community in Winston-Salem.

The DAISY Award is an international recognition for nurses who go above and beyond with exceptional care. Nurses are nominated by patients, families and/or co-workers who observe their compassionate care in action. Ann's nominator sung her praises:

"Ann brings peace to families, comfort to residents, and strength to her team. Her presence alone reassures everyone around her that they are in caring and capable hands."

Our ThriveMore team is full of exceptional team members, but this spring we were thrilled that eight of our nurses were each nominated for the award. One winner will be chosen from the nominees and announced at an awards celebration lunch May 12th. Be sure to check back each day this week to see the others nominated for the DAISY Award.

If your life has been touched by Ann, please share your appreciation for her in the comments!

05/03/2026

May is Older Americans Month, and we’re celebrating the wisdom, warmth, and laughter our residents bring to every ThriveMore community.

Their stories remind us that life doesn’t slow down, it just gets richer.

Share a piece of advice or a favorite memory from someone who inspires you!

04/30/2026

We're excited to be trying new AI-powered tools to optimize care and support our teams even better in our healthcare center at Taylor Glen.

We’re excited to be politing a new AI-driven technology in the health care center as part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and high-quality care. We're partnering with Sync Labs, and founder Melanie Herbert is on site this week to support a seamless launch at the center and conduct training sessions with the team.

This initiative is currently launching as a focused trial, and we're excited to see the results of this new process and potentially implement learnings at our other campuses as well.

At ThriveMore, we’re always exploring smarter, more responsible ways to support our teams and enhance the care experience for those we serve. Innovations like this reflect our belief that doing better means remaining open to new tools that can help us give residents the highest quality of care.

04/30/2026

As we celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we look back at a long and storied history of care. Dive into the story of Brookridge from someone who's involvement spans decades:

For Gene Sherrill, Brookridge has never been just a place to work. It has been part of his story for decades. And it’s a story worth telling as ThriveMore celebrates its 75th anniversary of serving older adults across North Carolina.

Before Gene ever became chaplain at Brookridge, he was helping raise the funds to build it. Long before the campus opened its doors, he believed in what it could be.

Today, Gene serves the very community he once helped bring to life. And in doing so, he embodies what Brookridge has stood for from the beginning: a deep commitment to helping older adults thrive.

In this blog post, we share Gene’s full-circle journey and reflect on the through-line that has carried Brookridge forward for generations – a shared calling to support quality of life, foster connection and help people continue thriving as they age.

It’s a powerful reminder that places like Brookridge are built not just with bricks and plans, but with people who believe in the mission and live it every day.

➡️ Read the full story on the ThriveMore blog and learn what makes Brookridge such a special place to live and serve: https://www.thrivemorenc.org/news/a-legacy-of-care

04/30/2026

Just beyond the heart of New Bern, a new story is unfolding. Brice Pointe will be a place for morning walks by the water, evening laughter with friends, and the comfort of knowing you’re home.

Come write your next chapter with us:

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04/29/2026

Very soon, we’ll be announcing this year’s DAISY Award nominees from across ThriveMore — nurses who have made a lasting difference through their compassion, dedication and heart. Then on May 12, we’ll come together to celebrate the nurse selected for this incredible honor. Stay tuned as we recognize the extraordinary nurses who inspire us all.

The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses is one of the most respected honors in nursing — an international recognition created to celebrate the skill, compassion and extraordinary care nurses provide every day. Established by the family of a patient who witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of nurses, the DAISY Award exists to say thank you in a meaningful way.

We're thrilled that one of our own will receive this recognition, and excited to share more soon about some of our wonderful nurses that make a difference in residents' lives every day.

04/27/2026

Quiet moments matter. At ThriveMore Independent Living, residents enjoy the freedom to spend their days just the way they like, whether that’s getting lost in a good book or connecting with friends right outside their door.

04/24/2026

Happy National Library Week! Watch the video to learn more about the community library at Taylor Glen.

04/22/2026

Life at ThriveMore is all about good company, meaningful moments, and living each day with joy. From mountain mornings to coastal sunsets, our communities make home feel like the best place to be.

Discover more about the ThriveMore way:

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04/21/2026

One of our team members in Winston-Salem was recently recognized for her dedication and excellence, and the award couldn't have gone to a more deserving person: Tammy Collins. Help us congratulate her!

We are continuing our journey across the state to member communities celebrating the individuals whose excellence and dedication shape the everyday experience of residents and families.

We are proud to recognize Tammy Collins of Brookridge Life Plan Community (a ThriveMore community in Winston-Salem, NC), recipient of a 2026 Service Excellence Award.

This year, we are expanding how we celebrate. While some honorees will be recognized at our Annual Conference, we are also visiting member communities, bringing many of these awards directly to the places where the work happens every day. Because recognition hits differently when it’s shared with the colleagues, residents, and teams who experience that impact firsthand.

Tammy began her career in dining, where her attentiveness and genuine care quickly set her apart. That same resident-first approach carries through in her current role managing the reception desk, one of the busiest and most emotionally complex spaces in the community.

It’s work that requires adaptability, emotional intelligence, and calm under pressure. Tammy meets each moment with empathy and professionalism, supporting residents and families through both celebrations and times of uncertainty. Her presence brings reassurance, stability, and trust, hallmarks of person-centered service.

Thank you for your dedication, and congratulations to Tammy and the Brookridge community!

📍 More stops to come. More stories to share.

04/17/2026

Have you visited Reynolda Gardens? It’s a favorite spot for our Brookridge residents to enjoy the flowers, the fresh air, and a relaxed afternoon outdoors.