Nurse Jacquette Johnson Close

In keeping with its mission to build quality, affordable housing while paying tribute to outstanding Bahamian citizens, Arawak Homes Limited has announced the naming of a new subdivision in honor of the late Nurse Jacquette Johnson, a beloved healthcare worker who passed away during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

Located in Marshall Road, Nurse Jacquette Johnson Close features 32 lots designed for single-family homes and multi-family dwellings, providing opportunities for Bahamian families to build lasting foundations—just as Nurse Jacquette did throughout her life and career.

Nurse Jacquette was a dedicated and compassionate professional whose tireless commitment to her patients earned the respect and admiratin of colleagues, first responders, and the wider community. For many, she was a constant and comforting presence in the trauma room—always ready, always welcoming, always putting others before herself.

At the official announcement ceremony, Arawak Homes President Franon Wilson shared the inspiration behind the dedication:

“This particular one stood out because of the fact that this person, during COVID when no vaccine was in sight, represented everything we wish our nurses on the frontline to be.”

Also present was Nurse Joanna Curry, President of the Nurses Association, who reflected on the broader meaning of the tribute:

“Nurses serve unselfishly with commitment and dedication. Nurses are there when others aren’t—by choice or not. Nurses sacrifice much but are most times unappreciated, abused, misunderstood and overlooked. Today, this is changing here in The Bahamas by this one act of gratitude, recognition and pronouncement.”

Muriel Lightbourne, President of the Nurses Union, added her hopes that more organizations would follow Arawak Homes' example in honoring those who serve with such distinction.

Nurse Jacquette Johnson’s legacy lives on through the lives she touched and the care she gave. With the establishment of this new community in her name, Arawak Homes affirms that her spirit of compassion, strength, and service will never be forgotten.