The Wellington at Arapaho
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Richardson, TX

The Wellington at Arapaho

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Richardson, TX

Overview of The Wellington at Arapaho

Operated by Triad Senior Living IV, LP as part of the Sonida Senior Living family, The Wellington at Arapaho provides independent living, assisted living, and respite care services in Richardson, Texas. Led by Administrator Jamie Armstrong, the community has been serving older adults for 23 years and features 57 residences in a single-story setting. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans are available, with apartment sizes ranging from approximately 360 to 900 square feet.

Daily life is supported through 24-hour licensed supervision, medication management, balanced meal service, transportation assistance, and a variety of planned activities. Residents also have access to fitness and recreation programs, as well as an on-site salon for added convenience.

State inspections have primarily addressed building and fire-safety items, including emergency equipment maintenance, lighting, and signage. These concerns were corrected without resulting in enforcement action. Families considering the community may wish to ask about current safety practices and emergency preparedness procedures.

Located in a moderately walkable area of Richardson, the community allows residents to reach some nearby destinations on foot while relying on transportation for other errands and appointments. Pets are welcome, providing older adults with the opportunity to remain with their companion animals.

Bed community size
57-bed community Rank #616 / 980Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 616th 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #177 / 587Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #325 / 1345Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 325th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
ExpirationSeptember 17, 2028
CountyDallas
License Number148708
Year Opened8/13/2002

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Wellington at Arapaho is legally operated by Triad Senior Living Iv LP, and administered by Jamie Armstrong.

Management CompanyCAPITAL SENIOR LIVING, INC
OwnerTriad Senior Living IV, LP
Ownership TypeLIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Staffing

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

Leadership

Administrator Emailjarmstrong@sonidaliving.com

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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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (100% above)
• Life safety citations (167% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 168 This facility has 100% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (16 vs. TX avg 8).↑ 100% worse
Life safety citations Info Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 166 This facility has 167% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (16 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 167% worse

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: 358 / 515 - 605 / 892 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Richardson's city center to The Wellington at Arapaho's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

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.
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.
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.
Twin Rivers
AL
MC
RC
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
117-
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
41-
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
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
24
Facility 24
TX AVG 21
Rank #177 / 587
Triad Senior Living IV LP
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 6
Rank #746 / 839
-16Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Heritage House of Richardson
AL
HC
HOS
PC
Richardson
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 78
Rank #915 / 980
No
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 42
Rank #1,215 / 1,345
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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

The Wellington at Arapaho is located in Richardson, 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 The Wellington at Arapaho

Who is the owner of The Wellington at Arapaho?

The Wellington at Arapaho is legally operated by Triad Senior Living Iv LP, and administered by Jamie Armstrong.

Is The Wellington at Arapaho in a walkable area?

The Wellington at Arapaho has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Wellington at Arapaho?

According to TX state health department records, The Wellington at Arapaho's license number is 148708.

When does The Wellington at Arapaho's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, The Wellington at Arapaho's license expires on September 17, 2028.

How long has The Wellington at Arapaho been in business?

The Wellington at Arapaho has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Wellington at Arapaho?

Yes, The Wellington at Arapaho allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Wellington at Arapaho?

Jamie Armstrong is the administrator of The Wellington at Arapaho.

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