2026 Scholarship Winner

July 31, 2026

Investing in the Future of Care: Celebrating Scholarship Recipient Bralynn Yarbrough

At Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Ardmore, we believe the best way to ensure a healthier tomorrow is to invest in the bright minds of today. That is why we are incredibly proud to celebrate the recipient of our annual scholarship: Ms. Bralynn Yarbrough.


Finding the right recipient for this honor is no small task, as the award recognizes individuals who demonstrate a balance of academic excellence, community dedication, and a true passion for serving others.


Bralynn, a graduate of Giles County High School, excelled in every category. Her high school career reflected an outstanding commitment to both her studies and her community. As an active member of HOSA, Beta Club, FBLA, and the National Honor Society, Bralynn poured her heart into service—organizing local blood and food drives, assisting at Free Dental Day, and supporting meaningful community projects.


Accepted to 15 colleges and universities, Bralynn will take her next big step this fall at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Driven by deep personal resilience and empathy, her dream is to become a Registered Nurse in trauma, surgical, or pediatric care, ensuring every patient feels heard and supported.


The entire team at Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Ardmore extends our warmest congratulations to Bralynn! Please join us in wishing her the absolute best as she begins her nursing journey this fall.

2026 scholarship winner announcement with Braylynn Yarbrough and group outdoors on campus
Blue scholarship banner honoring 2025 winner Alaina Grace King with group photo and “Congratulations” text
June 2, 2025
The Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Ardmore scholarship committee selected Alaina Grace King, a High School Senior, to receive the Ocoee Foundation Healthcare Scholarship Award.