Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio

Overview of Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio

Peacefully located in Bexar County, San Antonio, TX, Poet’s Walk – San Antonio is an inviting senior living community that offers memory care services to seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. Residents enjoy pet-friendly apartments that they can personalize with their treasured mementos and favorite furnishings. With round-the-clock monitoring and assistance from a dedicated team of caregivers and licensed nurses, residents are guaranteed to receive assistance whenever they need it.

Every day is made special with an array of engaging activities and amenities offered within the community. From personal care assistance with daily activities and medication administration to housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation assistance, residents’ lives are made easier and more manageable. Additionally, the community offers on-site visits from medical professionals such as physicians and nurse practitioners, complemented with coordination of telehealth appointments with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and physical/occupational therapists.

Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #503 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 503rd out of 972 homes in Texas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
10 years in operation Rank #405 / 585Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 405th out of 585 homes in Texas for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #954 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 954th out of 1389 homes in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
CountyBexar

Ownership & Operating Entity

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio is legally operated by Presidio Al Opco, LLC.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMrs. Christina O'Leary, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

Additional Services

1 service
Short-Term Respite

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Specific ProgramsHospice Coordination, Support Group, Dining Services
Touring HoursMon–Fri, 9AM–5PM EST; Sat–Sun, Closed

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Inspection History

In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 2 citations 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Texas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Health citations (at TX avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% below)
• Life safety citations (33% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better
Health citations Info Citations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 22 This facility has health citations in line with the Texas average (2 vs. TX avg 2).— At avg
Life safety citations Info Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 46 This facility has 33% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 21 This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 29, 2024 inspection cited two deficiencies involving missing fire marshal inspection and incomplete fire drill documentation.
  • No Life Safety Code violations or enforcement actions were found during the May 29, 2024 inspection.
  • Deficiencies focused solely on fire safety documentation, with no complaints or other citation themes reported.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Shanna Lindsey

Executive Director

Places of interest near Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio

Address 5438 Presidio Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78249

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Texas

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio is located in San Antonio, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio

What neighborhood is Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio in?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio is in the Presidio Parkway neighborhood of San Antonio.

Who is the owner of Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio is legally operated by Presidio Al Opco, LLC.

Is Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio in a walkable area?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio been in business?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio?

Yes, Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio have?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio has 70 beds.

Has Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio had any citations?

Poet’s Walk Memory Care San Antonio has had 2 reported citations since 2025 according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).

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