Meet The Senior Living Professionals

Our team is excited to be part of the community and serve the aging population and their families here at Cloverland Park Senior Living. We strive not only to provide excellent quality care and service, but also to make sure you feel at home in our community. We look forward to serving and making a positive difference in the community and in the lives of those we serve.

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Thessa Brown

Director of Health and Wellness

Thessa serves as Director of Health and Wellness at Cloverland Park, where she leads the care team in delivering exceptional clinical oversight, ensuring resident safety, and promoting wellness through individualized care planning and staff education. With over 15 years of healthcare experience, Thessa brings a deep passion for geriatric care and a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for every resident.

Prior to joining Cloverland Park, Thessa worked at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, gaining experience in orthopedics, medical-surgical, and the Eye Institute departments. She later transitioned into senior living, where she served as Assistant Director of Nursing and subsequently as Director of Nursing at a Brentwood assisted living community. In 2024, she joined Cloverland Park as the Director of Health and Wellness.

Outside of work, Thessa is an active member of the Philippine Nurses Association of Tennessee, where she served as Vice President for four years, supporting fellow nurses through advocacy and community outreach. When not working or volunteering, she enjoys traveling—especially cruises—gardening and spending quality time with her family and friends.

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Marina Phillips

Director of Celebrations

Marina Phillips is the Director of Celebrations at Cloverland Park. Marina's background is in theatre, dance and education and encompasses nearly ten years of experience. Marina is passionate about the arts and making the community as bright and happy as can be. She looks forward to growing with the community and learning more from our residents and families.

In Marina's free time she can be found enjoying the arts, theatre, music and spending time with her dog, June.