AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Texas, TX

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Texas, TX

Overview of Avilacare Assisted Living and Memory Care

Dedicated to providing the highest quality of life, Avilacare Assisted Living and Memory Care in Smirl Drive, Heath, TX, is an esteemed community that offers assisted living and memory care. Here, residents will surely enjoy their later years with specialized care and assistance for their personal needs. Different levels of care are also provided to ensure residents receive the right care for their ever-changing needs.

Residents are encouraged to participate in fun activities and engaging programs that are well-thought-of to highlight their interests and strengths. Enjoy delightful and healthy meals for a satisfactory dining experience that caters to dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking for all the care they need in one place with its adaptable environment and dedicated care. A refund is also available for the first 60 days just in case the community does not meet your expectations.

(469) 333-1162

Types of Care at AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
Bed community size
16-bed community Rank #807 / 987Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 807th out of 987 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #849 / 1392Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 849th out of 1392 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusRenewal In Process
CountyRockwall

Ownership & Operating Entity

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Avilacare Heath, Llc.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesPersonalized activities are offered.
Specific ProgramsPersonalized Activities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHome-cooked meals are provided.

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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.

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.

Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (83% below)
• Health citations (50% 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. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 83% better
Health citations Info Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 12 This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% 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. 11 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Heath's city center to AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Assisted Living in Texas

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Heath, 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).
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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
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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.
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$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

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AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care

What neighborhood is AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care in?

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Heath neighborhood of Heath.

Who is the owner of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care?

The legal owner and operator of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care is Avilacare Heath, Llc.

Is AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care have?

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care has 16 beds.

Has AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care had any recent deficiencies or citations?

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

Are there photos of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care?

Yes — there are 15 photos of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care?

AvilaCare Assisted Living and Memory Care is located at 126 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032.

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