01/23/2026
⭐️ Staff Spotlight ⭐️
We’re excited to introduce Demetrious McCollum, our Maintenance Assistant and Housekeeper here at Park Merced! Demetrious has been a valued member of our Park Merced family for a little over a year. Born in Greene County, Alabama, he is the oldest of four children and lived in Alabama until joining the military in 1999. Demetrious proudly served in the U.S. Army as both a truck driver and infantryman, retiring as a Staff Sergeant in 2025. The discipline, teamwork, and values he gained through his military service continue to guide him in his work today.
During his time in the military, Demetrious traveled all across the United States and especially enjoyed the early morning training and daily routines that helped shape his strong work ethic. Demetrious is married to Natasha, one of our Park Merced Med Techs, and they have been married for five to six years. He has two children and one grandchild who live in Alabama, along with two dogs, a German Shepherd mix and a Mini Pinscher. In his free time, Demetrious loves to cook, barbecue, and eat! He also enjoys shooting pool, fishing, and cheering on his favorite football teams, the 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs.
What drew Demetrious to Park Merced was the positive environment and the opportunity to work with seniors. He enjoys being someone our residents can depend on and loves staying busy fixing things around the community. His favorite part of working at Park Merced is how much it reminds him of his grandparents, whom he was very close to on both sides of his family. Many of the shows our residents enjoy bring back fond memories from his childhood, making his work especially meaningful and fulfilling. Since moving from Alabama to California, Demetrious has grown to love the weather and is proud of the home he and his wife have worked so hard to build together.
We are so grateful to have Demetrious as part of our Park Merced team and appreciate everything he does for our residents every day!
