About Amber Grace

Our Purpose

Thoughtfully designed to offer comprehensive care for adults with mild Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Amber Grace intends to provide a loving, God-centered, family environment. Each of the eight Houses provides a home for six Neighbors and one Support Family, enabling them to do life together as a family. The daily Community Center offerings are intended to address all aspects of our Neighbors’ lives: educational, social, physical, recreational, vocational and spiritual, providing a holistic approach to their growth as individuals. Opportunities for service within and beyond our community are hallmarks of Amber Grace.

Leadership

David Turner

Co-Founder

David Turner

Co-Founder

David Turner is an experienced professional, business owner, and visionary, along with being an outdoors enthusiast, and dedicated husband, father, and grandfather.

David serves as Founder of Amber Grace Community where he leads in the development of the team and strategy. Prior to working for Amber Grace Community, David served as an Officer and Vice President of Operations (Services) of Chick-fil-A, Inc. for 37 years where he filled many roles during the growth and expansion of the business. He was also a former Chick-fil-A restaurant owner/operator in Valdosta, Georgia. David has participated as a mentor in the Leonard Leadership Program of the University of Georgia. He served for eight years on the board of First Care Women's Clinic leading strategy and future growth. 

David graduated from the University of Georgia in 1978 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. He also received an Excellence In Business Certificate from the Goizueta School of Business at Emory University. 

David has been married to Debbie for forty-six years, and they have four children and ten grandchildren. If the Lord sees fit to bless, he envisions multiple locations of Amber Grace in cities around the United States serving those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Debbie Turner

Co-Founder

Debbie Turner

Co-Founder

Debbie Turner is an experienced educator, Bible study facilitator and dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. 

Debbie serves as Founder of Amber Grace overseeing design and vision implementation. Prior to creating Amber Grace, Debbie served her family as a work-at-home mom while volunteering in various leadership roles with church, school and Bible study organizations. She also homeschooled her children for a portion of their educational years. Before becoming a work-at-home mom, Debbie was employed as a music teacher in Cherokee county Georgia. 

Debbie completed courses through the Honors Program at the University of Georgia and graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Music Education. 

Debbie and her husband, David, have been married for forty-six years. They have four children and ten grandchildren with whom she enjoys making happy memories. Besides developing a community for special needs adults, Debbie desires to write a devotional book especially curated for adults with intellectual disabilities. 

Meet Our Board of Directors

Destin Hill, MD

Destin Hill, MD

Board Member

Destin Hill, MD is an accomplished Sports Medicine physician with a profound commitment to comprehensive care for athletes.

He earned his Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from the University of Georgia and his medical doctorate from the Medical College of Georgia. His passion for medicine led him to his residency at The Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona where he served as Chief Resident in his final year.  To further specialize in Sports Medicine, Dr. Hill completed a fellowship at the renowned Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama.

Returning to Arizona, he became a partner at the Arizona Sports Medicine Center serving as a team physician for the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and the Phoenix Suns. Dr. Hill then seized the opportunity to return to his Atlanta roots joining the Emory Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine team in 2020. He currently serves as a team physician for the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Hawks operating primarily from the Flowery Branch clinic connected to the Falcons Training Facility.

Recently, Destin has embraced a new venture as a small business owner alongside his wife, April. Together, they have navigated the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, attempting to thrive in the face of challenges and building a successful business (hopefully!).

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Hill enjoys time with his wife and four children. Their shared interests include exercising, attending sporting events, volunteering at church events, traveling, and cheering on their beloved Bulldogs. The Hills have also served on impactful medical mission trips to Kenya, Bangladesh, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.

April Turner Hill, DNP

April Turner Hill, DNP

Board Member

April Turner Hill, DNP, brings a diverse and dynamic background from the field of emergency care combining her extensive experience as a healthcare professional with her entrepreneurial spirit as a small business owner.

Dr. Hill has played a pivotal role in advancing emergency nursing practice. Her involvement with the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners (AAENP) has been substantial, including serving on various boards and holding a position on the board of directors. Dr. Hill is an Associate Professor, where she has made a lasting impact as a nurse practitioner educator at esteemed institutions such as Arizona State University, Emory University, and International College of Health Sciences.

Dr. Hill’s educational journey culminated in the attainment of her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Arizona State University. Prior to this, she earned her master’s degree in nursing from Emory University, specializing as a Family/Emergency Nurse Practitioner and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Augusta University (formerly the Medical College of Georgia).

In recent years, April has embarked on a new adventure as a small business owner, fulfilling a lifelong dream alongside her husband, Destin. Embracing the challenges and learning opportunities that come with entrepreneurship, she has thrived in this new role with enthusiasm and determination.

Outside of her professional pursuits, April cherishes time spent with her husband and their four children. They share a love for travel, attending sporting events, and spending as much time at the beach as they can.

Mark Cathy

Mark Cathy

Board Member

Mark Cathy is a dedicated member of Chick-fil-A, Inc., serving as Director on the Supply Chain Consulting & Operator Support Team. In this role, he is instrumental in leading a team of consultants that translate the company's supply chain transformation goals into actionable initiatives within the restaurants, while simultaneously influencing the organization to better align with the realities of the business.  

Mark is the grandson of Chick-fil-A founder, S. Truett Cathy. He represents the third generation of the Cathy family, known internationally for their culture of care as they grow a multi-generational family enterprise. Mark has held numerous leadership roles in the company, and in addition to his role in Supply Chain, he actively contributes to the company's direction by serving on the Owner Council and the 221 Ventures Board of Managers.

Mark graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management. He also received his Master of Business Administration in Leadership and Organizational Change from Pepperdine University.  He has enjoyed various continued education opportunities, including leadership courses at Duke and Harvard.

On a personal note, Mark is a dedicated husband, father, and philanthropist. He resides in Atlanta with his wife, Amy, and their five children, and they are actively involved in the community.  Mark is also an avid lover of anything fun to do with others, especially out in the sun; volleyball and surfing being at the top of the list.

Amy Turner Cathy

Amy Turner Cathy

Board Member

Amy Turner Cathy is a philanthropist, experienced business professional, and dedicated wife and mother.

Amy serves on the Cathy Family Foundation Coordinating Council, where she assists in philanthropic giving by the family. Prior to being a work-at-home mom, Amy was employed in the talent department at Chick-fil-A, Inc., recruiting and interviewing prospective staff members and restaurant operators. She also worked in the training department, training restaurant operators and staff members on restaurant food safety standards.

Amy graduated from Berry College in 2005 and holds a B.A. degree with a double major in Public Relations and Spanish. She also completed the Harvard Business School Families in Business program in 2010. She has lived overseas in Argentina and Spain. She currently sits on the Berry Board of Visitors.

Amy is married to Mark and they have five children and reside in Atlanta. One day, when she finds time, Amy dreams of writing a book about raising five kids and being a part of a family business and all the comical stories that have transpired on those learning journeys. 

Andrew Turner

Andrew Turner

Board Member

Andrew David Turner is an experienced business professional, sports enthusiast, and committed husband, and father.

Andrew serves as a consultant at Chick-fil-A Inc. helping restaurant operators prepare and maximize their capital reinvestment projects. Prior to being a consultant, Andrew was a Chick-fil-A restaurant owner/operator for ten years, overseeing all restaurant operations and duties. He also worked in the Chick-fil-A interim manager program transitioning restaurants from outgoing to incoming operators.

Andrew graduated from the University of Georgia in 2009 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer Economics. He was awarded a baseball scholarship playing for the UGA team from 2005-2007.

Andrew is married to Macy. They have one child and reside in Marietta, GA. One day, when he finds time, Andrew dreams of designing a golf course and building a mountain cabin with his wife, Macy.

Macy Taliaferro Turner

Macy Taliaferro Turner

Board Member

Macy Taliaferro Turner is an experienced business professional, interior design enthusiast, and committed wife and mother.

Currently Macy serves her family as a work-from-home mom. Prior to her transition to this role, she worked as a marketing manager at a technology company. She also supported business operations and worked alongside her husband during his tenure as a Chick-fil-A restaurant owner/operator.

Macy graduated from Kennesaw State University in 2011 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication. She was a member of Phi Mu Fraternity and held several leadership roles while active on campus.

Macy is married to Andrew, and they have one child and reside in Marietta, GA. Macy dreams of designing and decorating homes while spending her days driving from one estate sale or antique store to another.

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Rendering of a kitchen at Amber Grace