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What differentiates one skilled nursing & rehabilitation center from another? The answer is... the people who work and reside there! The people set the tone, the atmosphere, and the expectations. At The Laurels of Chatham, we take great pride in ensuring that everyone feels like part of our family, and that they are treated as special "guests" in our home.
The Laurels of Chatham employs a team of highly qualified medical professionals, including a Medical Director, Registered Nurses, Restorative Care Nurses, a Wound Care Nurse, state tested Certified Nursing Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and a Speech Therapist. Our on-site Rehab, Dietary, Social Work, and Activities departments provide personalized and compassionate care to each guest. From the moment you walk through the front doors, the warmth and caring of the staff will begin to gain your trust and confidence, as they strive to exceed your expectations.
Unlike other facilities that use "contracted" staff members, each member of the team at The Laurels of Chatham is directly employed, not "contracted". Each Team Member takes great pride in portraying "The Laurel Way of Caring", as they strive for excellence in providing only the highest standard of care and services to every guest, and to every family member and visitor. Come on in! Visit a while! Let us show you our very best... let us show you The Laurel Way.
John R. Jarrell, RRT, RN, BS, LNHA, Administrator
John began his healthcare career more than thirty years ago working as a hospital orderly while going to school to become a Respiratory Therapist in which he graduated with an Associate’s Degree. While working as a Therapist, he continued to go to school and earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Toledo and another Associate’s Degree in the Registered Nurse Program. John's first job in nursing was in long-term care as a Case Manager and then for the next 8 years as a Director of Nursing. John has been a Licensed Administrator since 2001.
Elliott Armstrong, Director of Marketing
Elliott joined the Laurels of Chatham as Director of Marketing in July 2007. He has worked in the health care field since 1996, beginning as a clinical social worker for five years. He served as a Licensed Assisted Living Administrator before transitioning to his current role as Marketing Director. Elliott graduated from Elon College in 1994 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and Social Work.
Terri Garrity, Rehabilitation Services Director
Terri has a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech, Language, and Auditory Pathology from East Carolina University and a Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology Education from UNC-Greensboro. Terri has many years of experience providing speech therapy and in the rehabilitation leadership role, both at the local level and regional director level. She has also worked in private practice and for the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. Terri is a Licensed Speech Pathologist in N.C. and is certified to conduct vital stim therapy.