Open Arms Care Corporation

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A Home with Open Arms Care When Executive Director Nikki Byrd started with the nonprofit organization, it was as the Day Program Director in 2011. Open Arms Care had been in operation for more than 20 years at this point, serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing community homes as Intermedi...

Please help judge a few of our Knoxville homes by “liking” the photo you think is the best decorated porch/house for Halloween!!! The photo with the most likes will be the winner.

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Halloween! 🎃 👻

Kudos to Chuckey Pike day shift for a successful Fall Festival!🍂🍁🍂
Loads of fun was had by all who attended, and everyone was MORE than full with a choice of chili or potato soup. 🍲🍲🍲

🎃👻 Chattanooga’s Getting Ready for a Spook-tacular Halloween! 👻🎃

Our Chattanooga community is out and about, picking up the last of their Halloween decorations and costumes! It’s safe to say Halloween is shaping up to be a blast! 🍬💀

What’s your costume this year? Share in the comments below! 🎭⬇️

The Knoxville team had a great time this morning learning about our upcoming benefits for the 2025 year!
We had such an amazing turn out, and some amazing representatives that came to help explain the changes and answer our questions!

OAC Knoxville had a blast yesterday at the Down Syndrome Awareness Group of East Tennessee's Buddy Walk!

We loved being able to tell you all about who we are and what services we provide!

Can't wait to attend again next year! 🥳

The OAC Memphis EC team recently took clients on an exciting trip to the Edge Motor Museum! 🚗 They explored an amazing car collection, with the highlight being the jaw-dropping Dodge Demon 170, which goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.66 seconds! 🏎️ A perfect blend of automotive history and thrills, this outing created unforgettable memories.

Some of our OAC Nashville community residents had a fun outing with staff to pick up Halloween decorations for their classrooms! 🎃👻 They're excited to get into the spooky spirit and bring their spaces to life with festive vibes. Stay tuned for the final look! "

Some of our residents from the Memphis community recently enjoyed a fun and refreshing day at Jones Orchard in Millington, TN! 🍎🍑 They had the chance to pick their own farm-fresh produce, embracing the joy of shopping for nutritious, wholesome foods. 🌿 With baskets in hand and surrounded by the serene beauty of the orchard, they not only enjoyed each other's company but also built self-sufficiency in a meaningful way. 🌻🍓 A perfect reminder to appreciate life's simple pleasures!

OACC Knoxville cannot wait to see you all next week at the Business Expo in Oak Ridge!
We are ready and EXCITED to tell you all about the services we provide for our clients as well as our job openings!

Curious about what we do now? Visit: www.openarmscare.org
See you there!

Knoxville is staying busy these next couple of weeks from job fairs to the DSAG Buddy Walk!

We can't wait to meet you!

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Let’s give a big round of applause 👏 to our Knoxville Community who participated in the 2024 Special Olympics bocce ball tournament. Two teams participated, and both brought home 2nd place! 🥈🌟

🌟 Exciting News🌟

Yesterday, our Nashville community kicked off a 6-week series focused on empowering our staff with essential financial knowledge. In partnership with Pinnacle Bank, we’re offering free financial education classes to our incredible team! 💼💡

A huge thank you to Sandra Galindo for making this amazing opportunity possible for everyone at A*O Nashville. 🙌 From medical staff to training staff, admin, DSPs, SSs, managers, and directors – we’re all in this together, learning and growing! 📚💪

Meet the Knoxville Team! 👋

We are dedicated and here to help you each step of the way! From learning about careers, to possible placement of your loved ones, continued training, care of our clients, and more- we are here!

If you're interested in learning more, visit: www.openarmscare.org

OAC Knoxville's Leadership Team got to partake in professional headshots today! 📷📷📷
We love growing within the company and being able to be supported in our careers.

Thank you to everyone who was able to make this day happen for us and thank you to everyone for showing those amazing smiles today! 😁

We are so proud of our Direct Support Professionals! All this week, from September 8-14, we’re celebrating their dedication, passion, and the vital work they do to support individuals with disabilities across the state of Tennessee at all of our communities. Join us in recognizing and thanking these amazing individuals for their unwavering commitment! 🎉🙌 Be sure to check out our social media all week for highlights and celebrations of our incredible DSPs.

Our Nashville community headed outside and enjoyed a fun-filled Paint and Sip event! They created great art with lots of colors. We're always looking for innovative ways to keep our residents engaged, helping them have fun while enhancing their mobility and social skills.

🎶 A Night of Joyful Celebration! 🙌

Las month, OAC Memphis residents enjoyed an unforgettable evening of live Gospel at First Baptist Church on Broad Ave. With performances by Tim Rogers, Smokie Norful, and Bslade. The night was filled with music, faith, and fellowship.

Huge thanks to our staff for making this memorable evening possible! 🙏

Our staff and clients at our John May homes in Knoxville have had nothing but a BLAST this summer! ☀️🕶

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Nashville and Memphis are looking for Licensed Practical Nurses!

💜Nashville shifts open: 2P-10P & weekends 7A-7P, 7P-7A
💛Memphis shifts open: 4P-12A, 12A-8A & weekends 8A-8P, 8P-8A

Apply here: https://www.openarmscare.org/careers

🎳 Strike for Inclusion! 🎳

Our Nashville Community residents had an absolute blast hitting the lanes for a fun-filled bowling outing! 🎉 Community outings like this are more than just a good time. They help build social skills, foster friendships, and create lasting memories. 💙