Why Choose FirstLight Home Care East Nashville and Mount Juliet

Patricia Khalil Norris, Intake Care Coordinator

Patricia Khalil Norris came to FirstLight Home Care in October of 2013 with over 35 years as a Social Worker, in a variety of areas.

Patricia received undergraduate degrees in Psychology & Criminal Justice from TTU in 1986 & her Master’s Degree in Public Service Management from Cumberland University in May 2000. She brought with her many years of networking & sales experience as both a licensed agent in LTC insurance, as well as assisting folks with pre-need final arrangements. Patricia began her career with FirstLight Nashville/Franklin as a Networker, but as FirstLight grew over the years, her position grew to include recruiting, hiring, care coordination & occasionally scheduling and caregiving.

In 2020, Patricia relocated to the Spring Hill area, met and married her husband, David, where she lives today and serves FirstLight Nashville/Franklin as the Intake Care Coordinator. She handles all incoming inquiries, offering thoughtful guidance and information on how FirstLight Home Care services can make a meaningful difference for you and your family.

Extraordinary People.
Extraordinary Care.

Magdalena Sherman, HR Administrator

Since 2018, Magda Sherman has been the HR Administrator for FirstLight Home Care. She manages caregiver hiring, training, and support, fostering a positive environment for both clients and staff.

As our HR Administrator at FirstLight Home Care, Magda plays a vital role in shaping the heart of our team. With a deep passion for her work, Magda is honored to hire and support the compassionate caregivers who provide exceptional care to our clients every day. Her greatest joy comes from helping build a team that treats each client like family—because at FirstLight, care is personal.

Serving as HR Administrator is more than a job for Magda, it’s something she truly loves!

Extraordinary People.
Extraordinary Care.

Flynt Foster, Care Coordinator

Flynt Foster, a Franklin, TN native with a commitment to compassionate care through six years of service at FirstLight Home Care.

A graduate of the University of Tampa with a degree in Communications and a former D2 swimmer, I discovered my passion for helping seniors navigate challenging times after assisting my grandmother years ago. After my grandfather passed away in 2015, my grandmother became depressed and started to decline in health. I was at home trying to help my mom out in caring for my grandmother, but she also suffered from health problems as well. We reached out to our church to see what our options would be in getting additional assistance and found homecare. I knew that there were thousands of families just like ours that needed help in homes and facilities across Tennessee, and I want families to know there are options no matter where you live.

As a certified dementia practitioner, I have experience guiding families through the complexities and changes their loved ones experience. My goal is to provide all families with peace of mind by offering the best possible care through service and information.

My background in coaching and working with children in my twenties, along with my swimming experience, instilled in me the importance of exercise. While it’s easier to stay active when you’re young, I’ve observed that for seniors, maintaining movement and an active lifestyle significantly contributes to their health and happiness as they age.

If I had to give one piece of advice to seniors, it would be to find activities and hobbies that keep you moving.

Extraordinary People.
Extraordinary Care.

Tanika Porter, Care Coordinator

Since 2021, Tanika Porter has served as a Care Coordinator for FirstLight Home Care.

With caregiving values instilled by my grandmother, I have a deep passion for engaging with others and supporting them in reaching their goals. I believe in maintaining a positive perspective on life — embracing challenges as opportunities to grow and reflect on the meaningful moments that shape our journey as humans.

Life is truly amazing! In my work within the home care community, I strive each day to show compassion to everyone I encounter. I embrace my profession wholeheartedly, finding purpose in supporting others and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our caregivers and of those we serve.

Extraordinary People.
Extraordinary Care.

Julie Jenkins Loza, Director of Business Development

Julie Jenkins Loza joined FirstLight Home Care in July 2025, bringing expertise across healthcare, aging services, long-term care, grants, business development, marketing, advertising, and strategic communications. Her career has been defined by a passion for cultivating purposeful relationships and forging impactful alliances across both B2B and B2C.

Prior to joining FirstLight Home Care, Julie served as Director of Grant Programs for LeadingAge Tennessee, where she advocated and championed initiatives that supported seniors and the organizations that care for them. Prior to that, she spent 16 years as Editor and Publisher of the Senior Directory guide, a trusted resource connecting seniors and families to essential services and support.

A proud Nashville native, born and raised in Hendersonville, TN, Julie earned her Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising Design & Textiles, complemented by dual minors in Human Sciences and Marketing Management & Communications from Middle Tennessee State University. An academic foundation that reflects her creative eye and strategic mindset.

Julie and her husband, Walter, reside in Brentwood, TN. Their son, Talan, a ‘Lipscomb Lifer’ and 2024 graduate of Lipscomb Academy, is now a sophomore at DePauw University in Indiana, where he pitches for the Tiger Baseball team. Julie and Walter enjoy traveling to support Talan on the mound, doting on their beloved Great Pyrenees, Summitt Bleu, and cheering on their favorite Tennessee teams: the Vols, Titans, Predators, Sounds, and Nashville SC.

Extraordinary People.
Extraordinary Care.

Jason Falk, Owner/President