
Independence Hill Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · San Antonio, TX
Independence Hill Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · San Antonio, TX
Independence Hill Assisted Living is a 115-bed Type A senior living in San Antonio, Texas, providing independent living, assisted living services, short-term respite stays, rehabilitation, and a dedicated memory care neighborhood. Established in 1987, this securely gated and beautifully landscaped campus stands as one of the pioneering choices for supportive care in the northern sector of the city, located less than two miles from Methodist Stone Oak Hospital. It also earned distinction as a 2026 Caring Star Best Senior Living recipient.
The community offers a remarkably diverse selection of amenities for a Texas residential care setting, with on-site features that include a modern fitness center, a swimming pool, a movie theater, a pair of libraries, a technology center, a social coffee pub, an on-site beauty and barber shop, manicured walking paths, a gazebo, and dedicated suites for visiting guests. Furthermore, older adults living here receive special privileges at The Club at Sonterra, granting them access to golf, tennis, and expanded social and fitness events. The activities calendar boasts over 150 monthly life-enrichment opportunities, ranging from water aerobics and tai chi to arts, crafts, choir, gardening, and dedicated card and game rooms. Regular group excursions to cultural landmarks around San Antonio are also scheduled. Dining is presented restaurant-style, featuring three daily meals for those in the supportive care program, supplemented by all-day bistro choices and special themed dinners. Notably, monthly fees conveniently bundle all utilities, weekly housekeeping, linen laundering, and scheduled local transportation. Safety operations include round-the-clock staffing, a 24-hour emergency alert system, and a secure perimeter. Pets are also welcome.
A total of 17 state standard violations have been recorded, 16 of which were categorized as Life Safety Code deficiencies, while just 1 fell under the Health Code. The Life Safety citations focused on physical plant and fire safety protocols, including portable extinguisher compliance, fire alarm and smoke detection systems, and mandatory sprinkler testing schedules, alongside general maintenance like exit signs, illumination levels, and HVAC operations. Documentation reveals that multiple Life Safety items listed correction dates spanning March to May 2020. No regulatory penalties or enforcement actions were issued following the review. While the 16 life safety citations register higher than the Texas statewide average of 6, the overall trend points toward building infrastructure and fire protection hardware rather than issues with direct resident care or clinical oversight. The single health-related citation, combined with a total absence of state enforcement actions, indicates that daily resident care practices were functioning in substantial compliance during the evaluation.
Independence Hill Assisted Living is well-suited for active older adults aged 55 and above seeking a vibrant, amenity-rich environment in a premier north San Antonio location, offering a seamless transition to higher levels of supportive care or memory assistance if health needs change over time.
115-bed community Rank #277 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 277th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 35 / 100 Rank #847 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 847th 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.
About this community
2026 Caring Star - Best Senior Living
Facility TypeType A
CountyBexar
Independence Hill Assisted Living is legally operated by Stone Oak Villas Ii Ltd.
Owner NameStone Oak Villas II Ltd
Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour emergency response system.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
No Alzheimer's certification
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Movie Theater
Library
Computer Center
Coffee Pub
Beauty And Barber Shop
Walking Paths
Gazebo
Guest Suites
ActivitiesActivities include games, music, movies, arts and crafts, and excursions
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
17 citations
2 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (183% above)
• Life safety citations (167% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
• Total citations (183% above)
• Life safety citations (167% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 17 | 6 | This facility has 183% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (17 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 183% worse |
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Health citations
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Life safety citations
| 16 | 6 | This facility has 167% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (16 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 167% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Inspections with citations
| 2 | 1 | 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- September 5, 2024 inspection cited 17 deficiencies, all related to fire safety equipment, plumbing, ventilation, and building maintenance violations.
- Deficiencies included failure to maintain fire extinguishers, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, emergency exit lighting, and compliance with NFPA and plumbing codes.
- Previous 2020 life safety code violations were corrected, but the 2024 inspection showed a worsening pattern of fire safety and maintenance noncompliance.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Places of interest near Independence Hill Assisted Living
20500 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas
Independence Hill Assisted Living is located in SAN ANTONIO, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independence Hill Assisted Living
Who is the owner of Independence Hill Assisted Living?
Independence Hill Assisted Living is legally operated by Stone Oak Villas Ii Ltd.
Is Independence Hill Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Independence Hill Assisted Living has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Independence Hill Assisted Living have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Independence Hill Assisted Living on this page.
Are pets allowed at Independence Hill Assisted Living?
Yes, Independence Hill Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Independence Hill Assisted Living have?
Independence Hill Assisted Living has 115 beds.
Has Independence Hill Assisted Living had any citations?
Independence Hill Assisted Living has had 17 reported citations since 2024 according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of Independence Hill Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 10 photos of Independence Hill Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
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