Resident Spotlight
At a glance
- MeetDarrell, resident at Brookstone Terrace
- His storyFormer mechanic, painter and model builder
- LovesHis faith, Michigan sports, NASCAR, reading and word search
- In his words“This is a good place to be.”
Every resident has a story worth sharing, and Darrell is happy to show you his. In this short video, he gives us a tour of his room, his artwork and the things that matter most to him, from his faith and favorite teams to the friends he has made at Brookstone Terrace.
A room full of who he is
Darrell’s room tells his story at a glance. His crosses and quilts hang on the wall, and his love of Michigan sports is easy to spot. He keeps a steady routine: early to bed, early to rise, with word searches, his radio and a stack of books close by. A TV lets him catch his favorite games, and he is quick to add that the temperature is just right.
- Faith
- Michigan sports
- NASCAR
- Painting
- Model building
- Word search
A mechanic’s hands and an artist’s eye
Darrell worked as a mechanic, and he still loves keeping his hands busy. He paints, works with his fingers and builds models. In the video he proudly shows off a mountain landscape and a freehand painting of flowers, along with a drawing his granddaughter made for him and pictures of a NASCAR super modified. One of his favorite sayings is displayed for everyone to see: Love one another.
Friends, purpose and helping others
Darrell calls himself an easygoing kind of guy. He has a circle of good friends he can talk to, and he enjoys helping other residents during activities. Being trusted to lend a hand gives him a real sense of purpose.
“This is a good place to be. They trust me. These people will help you. Nobody should be afraid to come in here.”
Darrell, resident
What Darrell’s story says about life here
Faith and personal touches
Residents make their rooms their own with the quilts, crosses, photos and keepsakes that matter to them.
Hobbies that continue
Painting, model building, reading and watching sports all have a place in everyday life.
Real friendships
Neighbors become friends, and there is always someone to talk to.
A trained, caring team
Darrell describes the staff as experienced, well trained and easy to get along with.
At Brookstone Terrace, we believe everyone has a story worth sharing, and we are honored to be part of Darrell’s. Learn more about our assisted living and memory care, or meet more residents like Mr. Tom Rich.
Frequently asked questions
Can residents decorate their own rooms at Brookstone Terrace?
Yes. Residents like Darrell personalize their rooms with quilts, artwork, photos and keepsakes so their space truly feels like home.
Can residents keep up their hobbies?
Absolutely. Residents continue the hobbies they love, from painting and model building to reading, puzzles and watching sports.
Where are Brookstone Terrace communities located?
Brookstone Terrace has communities in Clemmons, Greensboro and Thomasville, North Carolina, and in Simpsonville, Woodruff and Greenville (Chanticleer), South Carolina.
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Communities in Clemmons, Greensboro and Thomasville, NC, and Simpsonville, Woodruff and Greenville, SC. See all locationsEnjoyed this video? See more resident stories, outings and everyday moments on our YouTube channel.
