FirstLight Home Care of Austin

Q: What neighborhood is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is in the Westlake Park neighborhood of Austin.

Q: Is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in a walkable area?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the address of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is located at 3930 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 2, Suite H, Austin, TX 78746.

Q: What is the phone number of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

(737) 404-4100 will put you in contact with the team at FirstLight Home Care of Austin.

Q: Is FirstLight Home Care of Austin Medicare or Medicaid certified?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Firstlight Home Care of Austin

Spend your later years with Firstlight Home Care of Austin, an outstanding community in Austin, TX, that offers home care. Providing comprehensive care options, including personal care, dementia care, respite care, and travel companion services, the community ensures older adults receive the highest quality of care and assistance tailored to their unique needs. Older adults keep peace of mind and live their lives to the fullest, accompanied by a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7.

Ageing can be lonely, so to avoid loneliness, the community provides genuine companionship, alongside enriching activities for older adults to remain happy. Honoring Veterans’ service to the country, a dedicated veteran care that aims to provide them with top-notch care. The community strives to provide top-notch care for older adults, depending on their needs and preferences, ensuring their comfort and convenience.

(737) 404-4100

Managed by Michelle Scruggs

Co-Owner and Administrator for FirstLight Home Care of Austin

Michelle Scruggs is Co-Owner and Administrator for FirstLight Home Care of Austin. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Cleveland State University. Michelle’s experience as a primary caregiver for her mother inspired her compassionate approach to senior care. She oversees the FirstLight Caregiver Training curricula to ensure caregivers are well-equipped to provide quality care to clients.

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 46 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

License Number19170

Staffing

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

ContactMr. Bobby Scruggs, President/CEO

Respite Care

Specific ProgramsSenior Care, Personal Care, Companion Care, Veteran Care

Types of Care at FirstLight Home Care of Austin

Home Care Memory Care Respite Care

5.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Austin's city center to FirstLight Home Care of Austin's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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

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.

$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.

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

Benefits

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

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What neighborhood is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is in the Westlake Park neighborhood of Austin.

Is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in a walkable area?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the address of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is located at 3930 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 2, Suite H, Austin, TX 78746.

What is the phone number of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

(737) 404-4100 will put you in contact with the team at FirstLight Home Care of Austin.

Is FirstLight Home Care of Austin Medicare or Medicaid certified?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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