The Gardens of Bellaire
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Texas, TX

The Gardens of Bellaire

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Texas, TX
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The Gardens of Bellaire accepts Medicare.

Overview of The Gardens of Bellaire

Located in Bellaire, TX, The Gardens of Bellaire is a blissful senior living community that offers various senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and seasonal stays. Residents are assured with well-designed accommodations ranging from studios to one-bedroom apartments. The community provides an array of services that matches residents’ unique needs, including access to specialized rehabilitation and fitness programs.

The community ensures that residents dealing with memory loss are provided with individualized attention and gentle programming through their award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program. Numerous social and recreational activities guarantee residents are always engaged and active. Spacious activities center, salon services, and restaurant-style dining are just a few of the community’s amenities designed to provide residents a more fulfilling living experience.

(713) 665-3888

Types of Care at The Gardens of Bellaire

Assisted Living Memory Care

Capacity and availability

Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #201 / 581Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 201st out of 581 homes in Texas. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 62 / 100 Rank #249 / 1393Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 1393 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSnf
StatusClosed
ExpirationJanuary 10, 2026
CountyHarris
License Number146158
Year Opened1/11/2017

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens of Bellaire is legally operated by Snh Se Tenant Trs Inc, and administrated by Sonia Y Spears.

Management CompanyMORADA SENIOR LIVING LLC
OwnerSNH SE TENANT TRS INC
Ownership TypeFOR-PROFIT CORPORATION

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
18 units
Total beds
0 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Rachel Unverzagt, Administrator
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.

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 (33% below)
• Life safety citations (33% 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. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 46 This facility has 33% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% 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.

THE GARDENS OF BELLAIRE underwent a comprehensive inspection on November 09, 2021, resulting in two state standard violations. The Health Code section of the report listed no deficiencies, while the Life Safety Code section cited one violation related to fire safety. Specifically, the facility was found to have failed to ensure that its sprinkler system was inspected, tested, and maintained according to NFPA 25 standards. This issue had been previously identified in April 2019 and corrected by May 17, 2019. No enforcement actions were taken as a result of this inspection.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Exercise Programs

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bellaire's city center to The Gardens of Bellaire's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.31 miles to nearest hospital (Texas Children's Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Texas

The Gardens of Bellaire is located in Bellaire, 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.
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.
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Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens of Bellaire

What neighborhood is The Gardens of Bellaire in?

The Gardens of Bellaire is in the Bellaire neighborhood of Bellaire.

Who is the owner of The Gardens of Bellaire?

The legal owner and operator of The Gardens of Bellaire is Snh Se Tenant Trs Inc.

Is The Gardens of Bellaire in a walkable area?

The Gardens of Bellaire has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Gardens of Bellaire?

According to TX state health department records, The Gardens of Bellaire's license number is 146158.

When does The Gardens of Bellaire's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, The Gardens of Bellaire's license expires on January 10, 2026.

Who is the administrator of The Gardens of Bellaire?

Sonia Y Spears is the administrator of The Gardens of Bellaire.

Has The Gardens of Bellaire had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Gardens of Bellaire has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.

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