Ventana by Buckner
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dallas, TX
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Ventana by Buckner

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dallas, TX
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Ventana by Buckner accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Ventana by Buckner

Ventana by Buckner is a high-rise nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care community at 8301 N Central Expy in Dallas’s Park Cities neighborhood. Buckner Senior Living, Inc. operates it; Mariana Brinegar is the administrator.

The building is six years old, part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community, and requires a minimum age of 55. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas is 1.29 miles away.

Seventy-two beds, 49 currently occupied, puts occupancy at 67%. The average stay is 42 days. That figure, combined with the CCRC structure and five care levels under one address, tells you something specific: this is a community built for short-term rehab with a longer-term care framework in the background for residents who need it.

Nursing care totals 6 hours and 7 minutes per resident per day: 56 minutes from an RN, 1 hour and 27 minutes from an LPN or LVN, and 2 hours and 16 minutes from nurse aides. Transportation services, fitness and recreation, and pet accommodations round out the on-site offerings. A Residents Group and an Active Resident Council are both CMS-recognized and meet regularly on care quality and daily life.

State inspections by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have focused on emergency preparedness, and care planning and documentation. The Walk Score is 77, genuinely very walkable for a Dallas address, and the Park Cities location puts a range of neighborhood amenities within reach.

A five-care-level CCRC in Park Cities with a hospital less than two miles away, high nursing hours per resident per day, and a 42-day average stay: Ventana by Buckner is configured primarily as a short-stay post-acute community with a larger continuum available for residents who age into it.

(214) 234-1035
What you will love about this neighborhood
  • Located in the iconic Preston Hollow, providing quick access to urban amenities with a median home value of over $1.5 million and an estimated population of 11,000.
  • The neighborhood is close to the scenic Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden and NorthPark Center with 235 diverse stores, providing recreational opportunities.
  • This neighborhood has grown from large estates to having close-knit communities that are close to landmarks like the Dallas Museum of Art (6 miles away) and over 20 restaurants.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 78.9% Above TX avg. ▲ 78.9% Above TX avg.TX average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 44.7% Above TX avg. ▲ 44.7% Above TX avg.TX average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 135.6% Above TX avg. ▲ 135.6% Above TX avg.TX average: 2.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 33.2% Above TX avg. ▲ 33.2% Above TX avg.TX average: 3.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Texas state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 4th out of 296 homes in Texas for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
6h 7m per day
Rank #4 / 296Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 296 homes in Texas. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Texas average, with a ranking across 296 Texas facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Texas avg (3h 38m per day)
vs Texas avg
+69%

0 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +139% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 56m per day ▲ 115% State avg: 26m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 27m per day ▲ 52% State avg: 57m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 16m per day ▲ 13% State avg: 2h 1m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 23m per day ▲ 47% State avg: 2h 59m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 6m per day ▲ 43% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 48m per day ▲ 139% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
42 days
Bed community size
72-bed community Rank #508 / 988Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 508th out of 988 homes in Texas. 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in 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
6 years in operation Rank #514 / 583Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 514th out of 583 homes in Texas. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #51 / 1391Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 1391 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Rank #153 / 304Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 153rd out of 304 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Texas average, with its Statewide rank out of 304. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Texas average: 63.5%
Occupied beds
49 / 72
Average occupied beds in Texas homes 75 beds

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationDecember 30, 2025
County8301 N. Central Expressway
License Number307615
Year Opened12/30/2019
CMS Certification Number676483
QualificationNursing

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ventana by Buckner is legally operated by Buckner Senior Living, Inc., and administrated by Mariana Brinegar.

Management CompanyBUCKNER RETIREMENT SERVICES, INC
OwnerBuckner Retirement Services, Inc.
Ownership TypeNonprofit Organization

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
28 units
Total beds
72 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Administrator Email[email protected]

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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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 2024 · 2 years of data 2 citations 1 inspection

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 2024 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Health citations (at TX avg)
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
3 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% below)
• Life safety citations (67% below)
• Citations per year (67% below)
Latest Inspection August 20, 2024 Life Safety

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 Violations 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 Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 26 This facility has 67% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2024. 13 This facility has 67% fewer citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 3).↓ 67% 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

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

  • August 20, 2024 inspection cited two deficiencies for undocumented generator operations and noncompliant horizontal exits under Life Safety Code.
  • November 2023 inspection found documentation and exit code failures that were fully corrected by November 20, 2023.
  • Deficiencies focus on life safety documentation and exit compliance, with no complaints reported and no immediate jeopardy cited.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 5

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
12 Rank #39 / 299Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th out of 299 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Texas State average, with a ranking across all 299 TX facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Texas average 25.9

Citations per inspection
2.4 Rank #57 / 299Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 299 homes in Texas. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Texas mean across 299 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Texas average 3.67


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

3 of 12 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 12 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 12 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2


Serious health citations
0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.4

0 critical citations Texas average: 2

0 serious citations Texas average: 0.4

12 moderate citations Texas average: 23

0 minor citations Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jul 15, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 15, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Dec 18, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Dec 18, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 100
Employees 78
Contractors 22
Staff to resident ratio 1.39 : 1
6% fewer staff per resident than Texas average
Texas average ratio: 1.48 : 1 Texas average ratio: 1.48 : 1See full Texas ranking
Avg staff/day 41
Average shift 9.2 hours
14% better than Texas average
Texas average: 8.1 hours Texas average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Texas ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 34,889

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 12 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 26 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.3 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 26 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

8.5%

2,965 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 7 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant2602611,17892100%9.8
Licensed Practical Nurse260268,66692100%10.3
Registered Nurse120125,24092100%10
Medication Aide/Technician8083,94092100%9.6
RN Director of Nursing2029587582%8.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0777426470%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide0226426065%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0556365762%4.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist1015145762%9
Speech Language Pathologist0445015459%4.6
Administrator1014886166%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014846166%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014565762%8
Qualified Social Worker0112595358%4.9
Medical Director0111041314%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0116489%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111622%8
26 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
26 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 82%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 70%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 65%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 62%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 62%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 59%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 58%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 9%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 2%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 4.8
45% better than Texas average

Texas average: 8.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 6.7
58% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Texas avg: 4.1 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.3%
30% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 2.2%
86% better than Texas average

Texas average: 15.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.0%
39% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.9%
33% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.8%
49% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 7.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.20
50% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 2.13

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.30
37% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.07

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Texas avg: 3.1 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.4%
10% better than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
13% better than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.5%
12% better than Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.3%
10% better than Texas average

Texas average: 25.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.1%
49% better than Texas average

Texas average: 12.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 2.0%
162% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 53.2%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 63.6%
26% better than Texas average

Texas average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

72% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 72
Medicare
72
100% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.9M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$25.8M
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.9M Rank #13 / 304Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 304 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Texas average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$25.8M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$20.0M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #17 / 304Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 17th out of 304 homes in Texas. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Texas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$11.7M 130.9% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #230 / 304Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 304 homes in Texas. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Texas average. Well-run Texas facilities typically land around 51–63% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$23.0M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$34.7M

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: High Rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (72% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 28 days.

Admissions
289 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 72%
Private pay 28%
Discharges
420 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 48%
Private pay 52%

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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 Ventana by Buckner

What neighborhood is Ventana by Buckner in?

Ventana by Buckner is in the Park Cities neighborhood of Dallas.

Who is the owner of Ventana by Buckner?

The legal owner and operator of Ventana by Buckner is Buckner Senior Living, Inc..

Is Ventana by Buckner in a walkable area?

Ventana by Buckner has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Ventana by Buckner?

According to TX state health department records, Ventana by Buckner's license number is 307615.

When does Ventana by Buckner's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Ventana by Buckner's license expires on December 30, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Ventana by Buckner?

Ventana by Buckner's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Ventana by Buckner?

Mariana Brinegar is the administrator of Ventana by Buckner.

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