The Monarch at Richardson
Situated at 1493 Richardson Drive in Richardson’s northern Richardson area, The Monarch at Richardson operates a 124-bed nursing home serving short-stay rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and assisted living populations. The facility, owned by Dallas County Hospital District and administered by Kim Horn, accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay admissions.
Operational and regulatory performance reveals systemic challenges.
The facility carries a 2-star CMS overall rating, 33.6% below Texas norms, with Health Inspection results marginally above the state average (3.8% better). Q4 2025 census of 82 personnel (81 employees, 1 contractor) included: 7 RNs, 11 LPNs, 28 CNAs, 5 speech-language pathologists, 4 social workers, 3 PT assistants, 3 respiratory therapists. State inspection history since 2023 recorded 10 surveys (Texas average 7.4) with 41 health citations (Texas average 25.9). Deficiency concentration: Pharmacy Services 8 (20%), Quality of Life/Care 7 (17%), Resident Rights 6 (15%), Infection Control 4 (10%). Federal penalties: $18K total.
Most concerning, quality-of-life outcomes deteriorated substantially. Long-stay residents showed 23% increase in ADL dependency (42% worse than the state average) and 5.1% fall-injury rate (57% worse). Short-stay residents experienced catastrophic fall outcomes: 4.4% with major injury, representing 465% above the Texas average.
Programming includes Valero™ Memory Care and Valero™ Signature Programs (holistic wellness framework), with 28 dedicated Alzheimer’s units.
Dining emphasizes fine-dining service alongside housekeeping, laundry, medication management, transportation, and fitness activities.
An active Resident Council provides governance participation.
About this community
The Monarch at Richardson is legally operated by Sabra Trs Holdings, LLC, and administered by Kim Horn.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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
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.
• Health citations (100% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (38% below)
• Life safety citations (83% below)
Citations
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This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
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5 | 8 | This facility has 38% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (5 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 38% better |
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Health citations
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4 | 2 | This facility has 100% more health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 2).↑ 100% worse |
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Life safety citations
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1 | 6 | This facility has 83% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 83% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Inspections with citations
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2 | 1 | This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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1.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Richardson's city center to The Monarch at Richardson's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.7 miles to nearest hospital (Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano)
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Compare Assisted Living around Richardson
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.
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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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Twin Rivers |
AL
MC
RC
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Richardson |
122
Facility
122
TX AVG
78
Rank
#178 / 980
| Yes |
28
Facility
28
TX AVG
42
Rank
#956 / 1,345
| - | Vop Twin Rivers, LLC |
18
Facility
18
TX AVG
6
Rank
#769 / 839
| 11 | 7 | - |
| The Monarch at Richardson |
AL
MC
|
Richardson |
114
Facility
114
TX AVG
78
Rank
#272 / 980
| Yes |
39
Facility
39
TX AVG
42
Rank
#754 / 1,345
| - | Sabra Trs Holdings, LLC |
5
Facility
5
TX AVG
6
Rank
#372 / 839
| 4 | 1 | - |
| Appletree Court |
AL
MC
|
Richardson |
110
Facility
110
TX AVG
78
Rank
#287 / 980
| No |
68
Facility
68
TX AVG
42
Rank
#158 / 1,345
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26
Facility
26
TX AVG
21
Rank
#152 / 587
| Spe Appletree Court Management LLC |
3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839
| - | 3 | - |
| The Wellington at Arapaho |
AL
IL
RC
|
Richardson |
57
Facility
57
TX AVG
78
Rank
#616 / 980
| Yes |
58
Facility
58
TX AVG
42
Rank
#325 / 1,345
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24
Facility
24
TX AVG
21
Rank
#177 / 587
| Triad Senior Living IV LP |
16
Facility
16
TX AVG
6
Rank
#746 / 839
| - | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Heritage House of Richardson |
AL
HC
HOS
PC
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Richardson |
9
Facility
9
TX AVG
78
Rank
#915 / 980
| No |
11
Facility
11
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,215 / 1,345
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9
Facility
9
TX AVG
21
Rank
#432 / 587
| The Heritage House Of Plano, LLC |
4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#293 / 839
| 4 | - | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Monarch at Richardson
Who is the owner of The Monarch at Richardson?
The Monarch at Richardson is legally operated by Sabra Trs Holdings, LLC, and administered by Kim Horn.
Is The Monarch at Richardson in a walkable area?
The Monarch at Richardson has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of The Monarch at Richardson?
According to TX state health department records, The Monarch at Richardson's license number is 307643.
When does The Monarch at Richardson's license expire?
According to TX state health department records, The Monarch at Richardson's license expires on January 11, 2028.
Are pets allowed at The Monarch at Richardson?
Yes, The Monarch at Richardson allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Monarch at Richardson?
Kim Horn is the administrator of The Monarch at Richardson.
How many beds does The Monarch at Richardson have?
The Monarch at Richardson has 114 beds.
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