Daughter and senior mother hugging and smiling.


Leslie Spears Executive Director

Leslie Spears - Executive Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 1999
"My interest in seniors began when I volunteered at senior centers while I was in college. After graduating with a business degree from Georgia State Univ., I worked as a consultant implementing senior programming in the Atlanta Public Library System and other senior organizations. When asked to join the team at Arbor Terrace in 1999, I knew that it was the place for me - I have not been disappointed."

Sharonda Bethel Assistant Executive Director

Sharonda Bethel - Assistant Executive Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 1999
“I have over 30 years of experience in customer service with my most recent background being in Real Estate. My compassion for people is what lead me to Arbor Terrace at Cascade. It is a tremendous blessing to be a member of the Arbor Terrace Family to serve its Residents and Team Members.”

Kimberly Johnson, LPN

Kimberly Johnson, LPN - Resident Care Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2011
“I have been a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 17 years with a major career focus in senior healthcare management.   I received my nursing education Atlanta Area Technical School. I have worked for companies in the healthcare arena in a variety of roles that include both clinical and operational roles. I am excited about being a part of the Arbor Family.”

Veronica Jackson Resident Relations Director

Veronica Jackson - Resident Relations Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2003
"I moved to Atlanta in September, 2002. I started at Arbor Terrace at Cascade in a private duty capacity. I was so impressed with the community that after my 2 cases ended, I decided to come on board. I began as an Evergreen caregiver and became Resident Relations Director in November, 2004. It continues to afford me great joy to serve my elders."

Vanessa Jones Business Office Manager

Vanessa Jones - Business Office Manager

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2008
"I am a graduate of Georgia State University and have a 15-year history working in the health-care arena. I bring to Arbor Terrace a commitment to excellence and growth. I look forward to the opportunity to provide outstanding and professional service to the Arbor Company, its Residents and the Arbor Terrace at Cascade team members."

Dave Tharps Director of Dining

Dave Tharps - Director of Dining

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2002
"I have lived in the Atlanta area for the past 26 years and have been working in the retirement industry for just over 1 year. I am pleased to bring my long history of food service experience to the residents of Arbor Terrace."

Frank Vega Maintenance Director

Frank Vega - Maintenance Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2009
"First off, I'd like to thank the Arbor Company for adding me to their Management Team. The Staff and Residents have provided me with a comfortable, right at home atmosphere. It is a pleasure to work with them and for them. I graduated from Atlanta Technical College in 2007 with a diploma in Air Conditioning Technology and will graduate in 2010 with an Electrical Construction and Maintenance diploma. I look forward to working with The Arbor Company for many, many years to come."

Dwight Armour, Jr. Room Service Director

Dwight Armour, Jr. - Room Service Director

Joined Arbor Terrace in 2007
"I started as the Maintenance Assistant and knew this was the place for me. Working here has afforded me growth and a new found respect for the Elderly, I have formed such great relationships that it seems these are my relatives. It gives me such pleasure to serve and assist the Residents with moving, lifting and needed repairs. In the future, I hope to grow stronger with the Arbor Company."

Engagement Team

Arbor Terrace’s Engagement team consists of three individuals who work hard to ensure every resident’s day is filled with personalized programs and deep connections. The Engagement team has over 10 years of experience in senior living and each person has completed Dementia Care Specialist training. Due to limited space, we were not able to include a picture of each Engagement team member on this insert, but you will recognize them by their everlasting energy and contagious, upbeat personality. The Arbor Terrace Engagement team consists of Dyetta Johnson, Venetra Jackson and Alissa Ellison.

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