Brookdale Palestine

Overview of Brookdale Palestine

Located in Palestine, Texas, Brookdale Palestine offers seniors the opportunity to return to the fun experience of living with a family of like-minded friends, reminiscing about the camaraderie of college dorms or summer camps. The community recognizes that sustaining social relationships and friendships is integral to aging well and living well. Residents can connect with others who share similar interests, jump into a busy social calendar, and enjoy an independent lifestyle while still receiving the personal assistance they need.

The staff is available 24/7 to provide comfort and be alerted to emergencies. At Brookdale Palestine, seniors can have the best of both worlds – care customized to their needs and an independent lifestyle. The community offers a wide range of activities, from happy hours and ice cream socials to arts & crafts, fitness classes, live music, and group excursions to local attractions like the Museum for East Texas Culture and The Texas Theatre. The restaurant-style dining in the elegant dining room provides plenty of menu options, incorporating residents’ feedback, favorite recipes, and requests.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 50 Rank #661 / 980Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 661st out of 980 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. Rank #274 / 587Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th out of 587 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #1020 / 1345Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1020th out of 1,345 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
25 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyAnderson
License Number307194
Year Opened8/26/2009

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Palestine is legally operated by S-H Thirty-Five Opco - Round Rock, LLC, and administered by Stephen Sheffield.

OwnerSh Thirtyfive Opco Round Rock, LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Leadership

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Library
Concierge
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Dining
Walking Paths
Meeting Room
Piano
Whirlpool
ActivitiesRegular activities include happy hours, ice cream socials, arts & crafts, fitness classes, and live music
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsBrookdale HealthPlus
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,390 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining program includes restaurant-style dining with a variety of menu options.
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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 2026 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 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 2026 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (100% 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. 08 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (0 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 100% 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

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 288 / 324 / 360 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Palestine

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Places of interest near Brookdale Palestine

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Palestine's city center to Brookdale Palestine's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.23 miles to nearest hospital (Palestine Regional Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Palestine

Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Dogwood Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Palestine
56
Facility 56
TX AVG 78
Rank #619 / 980
Yes
5
Facility 5
TX AVG 42
Rank #1,303 / 1,345
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 21
Rank #217 / 587
-Welltower Tenant Group LLC
13
Facility 13
TX AVG 6
Rank #708 / 839
112Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Palestine
AL
Palestine
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 78
Rank #661 / 980
Yes
25
Facility 25
TX AVG 42
Rank #1,020 / 1,345
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 21
Rank #274 / 587
A+S-H Thirty-Five Opco - Round Rock, LLC
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 839
-2Suite

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Brookdale Palestine is located in Palestine, 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 Brookdale Palestine

Who is the owner of Brookdale Palestine?

Brookdale Palestine is legally operated by S-H Thirty-Five Opco - Round Rock, LLC, and administered by Stephen Sheffield.

Is Brookdale Palestine in a walkable area?

Brookdale Palestine has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Palestine?

According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Palestine's license number is 307194.

When does Brookdale Palestine's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Palestine's license expires on December 31, 2026.

How long has Brookdale Palestine been in business?

Brookdale Palestine has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Palestine have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Palestine on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Palestine?

Yes, Brookdale Palestine allows residents to bring their pets.

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