Edgemere Promotes Bates to Executive Director

March 26, 2024

DALLAS, TX —  Edgemere, a continuing care retirement community in this city, has announced the promotion of Teresa Bates to executive director.

Bates brings more than 25 years of senior living experience to the community. She started with Edgemere in 2002 and held several positions within the community for 17 years before returning in 2022 as the associate executive director.

“Teresa is an exceptional leader, and we are excited about her stepping into the executive director position,” said David Lawlor, president/CEO of the Long Hill Company. “We look forward to collaborating with Teresa and her leadership team to continue delivering an extraordinary senior living experience that our residents have come to expect and has positioned us as the number one continuing care retirement community in Texas in 2024 by Newsweek.”

“I am honored to take on the role as executive director at Edgemere,” said Bates in a press release. “The community holds a special place in my heart — having spent more than half of my career serving seniors here. Taking on this new responsibility is rewarding, and I look forward to making a difference in the lives of seniors in Dallas.”

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“Teresa’s history with the community is invaluable, and her dedication to senior living makes her the perfect fit to lead Edgemere,” said Chris Silasavage, director of sales. “Her passion and ability to help seniors reimagine their next chapter is one-of-a-kind, and we are lucky to have her leading the community and providing residents with a place to live a vibrant life full of purpose, friendship, and fun.”