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Our Lives Are Devoted To Enriching Yours

Make our family part of yours.

Both Residents and their families enjoy peace of mind, knowing that the Eden Terrace Assisted Living / Memory Care family of staff in Spartanburg, SC is providing the best in life - with a smile. Eden Terrace is managed by a team of experienced professionals, who make Eden Terrace the haven it is.

Remember how nice it is to be with people who love their work? People with a spirit of fun? People who love to make new friends? Our Staff feels that way.

Our entire staff honors each request promptly, large or small. Even better, they anticipate ways to make life more pleasant - without waiting to be asked. That's Eden Terrace hospitality.

Click on a member of our staff's name to learn why they love working for the residents of Eden Terrace:


Cindy Brown Executive Director

Cindy BrownExecutive Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2004
"My professional career in the senior services industry began in 1998. I have managed assisted living communities in NC, SC and TN for two national assisted living providers. I am committed to making a positive difference in the lives of my residents and delighted to be a part of the Eden Terrace family. I look forward to helping provide the highest level of quality care in Spartanburg."

Sharon Ward Assistant Administrator

Sharon WardAssistant Administrator

Joined Eden Terrace in 2003
"Since coming to Eden Terrace in 2003, each resident has become a member of my extended family. Now, as Business Office Manager, I strive to make each day a day filled with respect, joy, and happiness for each resident. I truly enjoy the experience of being a part of their everyday life."

Kristin Bunton- Marketing Associate

Kristin BuntonMarketing

Joined EdenTerrace in 2007
"Throughout my journey in life I always valued the art of story-telling. My grandparents were professionals at this art and have instilled the qualities in me to continue the tradition. They taught me to listen intently, be patient, and always speak from the heart. These invaluable qualities have carried over into my professional career. As the Community Relations Director at Eden Terrace I am blessed to be surrounded by residents with such amazing stories to tell. I hope to carry on these stories with a long and rewarding career serving our seniors."

Bobbie Jo Little-Outreach Coordinator

Bobbie Jo Little Outreach Coordinator

Joing EdenTerrace in 2009
“By being a Registered Nurse for six years I have been able to apply my passion for caring to my native Spartanburg community. I have a special place in my heart for Dementia related diseases after experiencing it first hand wtih my grandmother. During my families journey through Alzheimer's Disease I developed a personal love for senior adults. Eden Terrace has given me the opportuntiy to fulfil this love by caring for the seniors of Spartanburg. I consider it a true honor.”

Mary Lou Willey, RN, CLNC Resident Care Director

Mary Lou Willey, RN, CLNCResident Care Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2007
"Caring for my elderly mother-in-law in our home for many years while raising our four sons gave me the passion I have not only for the senior adult but also for their family. As a registered nurse in the sixties and early seventies, I worked in orthopedics and home health. Then in the late eighties and nineties, I went into cardiac nursing and management. For the last ten plus years, I returned to my first love of senior adults-this time in the long-term care setting. I count it a joy and a privilege to be a part of the Eden Terrace family!"

Larena Gilfillan- Evergreen Program Director

Larena GilfillanEvergreen Program Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2009
“I have lived in Spartanburg my entire life. I graduated from Spartanburg Technical College with a diploma in nursing. I have 19 years of nursing experience. I enjoy working with the senior adults. Being a part of the memory care unit at Eden Terrace is not only a professional commitment but also a personal commitment. Just as I help families cope with the many issues associated with Dementia I deal with those same issues on a personal level. I have a grandmother that has Dementia. My goal is to give the best care to the Evergreen Residents but to also be a resource to their families. I consider it a privilege to be a part of the Eden Terrace Family.”

Jeremy Collins- Director of Resident Relations

Jeremy CollinsDirector of Resident Relations

Joined Eden Terrace in 2009
"I have over ten years experience in sales and customer relations. This is my first time working in a long term care facility and I truly believe I have found a home here at Eden Terrace. After being the sole caregiver for my grandmother during the last years of her life, I developed a deep love and respect for the senior population. I look forward to many years of improving the quality of life for our residents."

Janice Banks Activity Director

Janice BanksActivity Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2005
"Having a degree in Marketing and Management I worked in retail for 14 years before following my lifetime dream of working with seniors. In 1999, I followed my dreams and made a career change. Thru the grace of God, I have dedicated myself to make senior's quality of life the most that it can be. I am overjoyed to be part of the Eden Terrace team and I am looking forward to making your experience here one of complete joy."

Mary Valverde Assistant Activity Director

Mary ValverdeAssistant Activity Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2005
"For many years, my children and I lived in the Middle East and Europe which was a great adventure for all of us. My professional career began in restaurant management, but changed careers and moved into something more rewarding in 1995. I started in an Independent Living Community as Dining Room Coordinator and Theme Meal Planner. The resident's smiles, laughter and instance gratification each day was such a pleasure, I knew that I wanted to work in activities. I now have 10 years experiences as an Activity Director and look forward to enriching the quality of life for the resident's at Eden Terrace. To exceed our customers' expectations is my challenge."

Becy Ortiz Evergreen Program Director

Becky OrtizEvergreen Activity Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2010
"I started my career at Eden Terrace in 2005 as part of the dining department. Once working in dining, I realized that I wanted to be more involved with the residents and have direct contact with them. I have been a caregiver, med-tech and also part of the housekeeping team. With each position, I have worked to be the best in that area as possible. Now that I am part of the management team I think it proves that hard work does pay off and I look forward to putting my dedicated to great work to serve the residents in Evergreen."

Deborah Brown, LPN Resident Care

Deborah Brown, LPNResident Care

Joined Eden Terrace in 2007
"I attended USC-Union and University of South Carolina. I received a diploma from Spartanburg Technical College for Practical Nursing. In 1987, I began working with the elderly in the home health care industry. Since 1992, I have found that assisted living is my passion when caring for seniors. Instantly, I develop a relationship with the residents and it is my goal to make sure that each of them receives the gentle loving care they deserve."

Tina Strange Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant and Rehab Manager

Tina StrangeCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant and Rehab Manager

Joined Eden Terrace in 2007
"I graduated from Greenville Technical College in 2001. Throughout my therapy career, I have worked with the senior adult population in various assisted living settings. My focus is to provide a therapeutic environment with challenging and innovative ideas for the residents to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. This, along with my compassionate care qualities, will give each resident an exceptional, beneficial therapy experience. I look forward to enhancing the lives of the residents at Eden Terrace!"

Teresa Gossett Food Service Director

Teresa GossettFood Service Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2005
"I have been in Food Service and Management for 25 years. I enjoy the challenge this career offers daily. Making others happy is my goal."

Howard Case Maintenance Director

Howard CaseMaintenance Director

Joined Eden Terrace in 2001
"I have been doing Maintenance work for 24 years. I love my job at Eden Terrace and treat each resident as I would my own mom and dad."

Erika Siegel Administrative Assistant

Erika SiegelAdministrative Assistant

Joined Eden Terrace in 2006
"I am currently studying psychology at the University of South Carolina Upstate. This is my first time working with the elderly and I have enjoyed learning and growing with them. Each day I come to work reminds me of how lucky I am to get the opportunity to know so many wonderful people. The stories the resident's share with me always makes me laugh and I love each and everyone here."