Ex-StoryPoint exec accused of exploiting elderly resident

Timothy Johnson faces new $5.5 million civil lawsuit over alleged financial exploitation of late resident Marvin Ford

Feb. 3, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The former executive director of a Collierville, Tennessee senior living community, Timothy Johnson, is facing a new $5.5 million civil lawsuit alleging he exploited and financially took advantage of a late resident, Marvin Ford. The lawsuit claims Johnson received a monthly "stipend" from Ford's trust, made cash withdrawals totaling $25,000, and even had Ford purchase him a new $40,000 Toyota Corolla, among other allegations of theft and misuse of Ford's finances before his passing.

Why it matters

This case highlights growing concerns about financial exploitation of elderly residents in senior care facilities, as well as the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures to protect vulnerable seniors. The allegations against Johnson raise questions about the corporate culture and policies at StoryPoint Collierville that may have enabled such abuse to occur.

The details

The new civil lawsuit was filed by attorney Kevin Snider, who is also representing another family in a separate case against Johnson and StoryPoint Collierville. The lawsuit accuses Johnson of "befriending" the late resident Marvin Ford and then using his "influence" to access Ford's money, including receiving a monthly "stipend" from Ford's trust totaling $20,000 over 25 checks. It also alleges Johnson made $25,000 in cash withdrawals from Ford's accounts, had Ford purchase him a new $40,000 Toyota Corolla, and took trips with Ford to Hot Springs. The lawsuit claims Johnson even convinced Ford not to contact police after $20,000 went missing from the safe in Ford's room, instead having the money repaid through discounts on Ford's StoryPoint account.

  • The new $5.5 million civil lawsuit was served on Johnson just before the court hearing on February 3, 2026.
  • Johnson's next criminal court date was set for April 2026.

The players

Timothy Johnson

The former executive director of StoryPoint Collierville senior living community in Tennessee who is facing a new $5.5 million civil lawsuit over allegations of exploiting and financially taking advantage of a late resident, Marvin Ford.

Marvin Ford

A late resident of StoryPoint Collierville whose trust allegedly paid Johnson a monthly "stipend", had $25,000 in cash withdrawals, and purchased a new $40,000 Toyota Corolla for Johnson before his passing.

Kevin Snider

A consumer protection attorney representing the family of another former StoryPoint Collierville resident, as well as the new plaintiffs in the $5.5 million civil lawsuit against Johnson and the senior living facility.

Charlotte Snider

The 84-year-old former StoryPoint Collierville resident whose situation prompted the initial lawsuit against the facility, leading to the discovery of the broader allegations against Johnson.

StoryPoint Collierville

The senior living community in Collierville, Tennessee where the alleged financial exploitation of residents by former executive director Timothy Johnson took place.

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What they’re saying

“I think a jury needs to send a clear message that this is not appropriate in the Memphis, Tennessee area.”

— Kevin Snider, Consumer protection attorney (WREG)

“Once this guy got arrested, I knew this situation was just bigger than my mom.”

— Kevin Snider, Consumer protection attorney (WREG)

“Well, as fate would have it, your story, the original story dating back even to my mom's story of you bringing it to the attention of the executive director being arrested for allegedly engaging in theft.”

— Kevin Snider, Consumer protection attorney (WREG)

“I've never seen anything like this. I mean, this is the quintessential definition, in my opinion, of taking advantage of an elderly person.”

— Kevin Snider, Consumer protection attorney (WREG)

“Take a look at things. See if something looks off. Get the will changed just to make sure.”

— Kevin Snider, Consumer protection attorney (WREG)

What’s next

Johnson's next criminal court date was set for April 2026, where the judge will determine if he will be allowed out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the urgent need for stronger oversight, accountability, and protective measures to prevent financial exploitation of elderly residents in senior care facilities. It underscores the importance of families closely monitoring their loved ones' care and finances to identify any potential red flags or abuse.