FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Carrie Thompson is the mom of 4 amazing children and the wife of an awesome husband for almost 30 years. She loves hiking, the beach and going on outdoor adventures with her family. After fostering and adopting, she became passionate about supporting families who foster and the children in their care. She strives to bring awareness about foster care everywhere she goes.

PROVISIONS PROGRAM MANAGER

Melinda Graham has been involved with Family Room since its inception including serving as a founding board member and frequent volunteer before joining the staff in May 2022. Melinda is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), having graduated with a Master’s of Science in Counseling from UNCG in 2015. She joined Family Solutions, a local practice, as a counselor in 2016, specializing in play therapy. Melinda's favorite part of both her jobs is helping families and children live safe, happy, healthy lives together. Outside of work, Melinda loves to read, be outdoors, spend time with family and friends, and is active in her church.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Emma began as a college intern at Family Room in the summer of 2020 and has worn many different hats at Family Room over the years since. She studied Human Services and Family Studies at East Tennessee State University and has a deep passion for working with families. Through systematic and organized approaches, Emma oversees inventory of provisions, coordinates donation drives, builds connections with churches, and provides continued support to foster families after their placements. Emma loves running, talking about music, and spending time with her many nieces and nephews.

Interim Director of Development

President of the Board of Directors

Public Safety Consultant

Adult and Family Advocate

Professional Home Care Services, LLC

Treasurer

Owner/ Manager of Clifford W. Estes Company

Educator

Secretary

Retired Educator