Overview of Western Carolina

Located in the Lafayette Place neighborhood of El Paso, Texas, Western Carolina is an independent living community. The single-story building has 56 apartments in one- and two-bedroom layouts. Residents have a range of private living options within a smaller, easy-to-navigate community.

Each apartment has wheelchair access, extra storage, and a refrigerator, so residents can settle in with the everyday conveniences already in place. A spacious community room gives residents a shared space for social activities. It can help build a sense of connection among neighbors. At the same time, there’s plenty of room for the independence that defines this type of setting.

Daily errands and conveniences are within reach because the community is close to shopping and restaurants. Residents can easily access the freeway, and Del Sol Medical Center is just over a mile away, which can offer peace of mind for residents and visiting family. The surrounding areas’ Walk Score is 63, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be handled on foot, but other trips require driving.

Families touring Western Carolina can get a feel for the apartment layouts and community spaces in person to see which is the best option.

Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #621 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 621st 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #235 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 8.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Paso's city center to Western Carolina's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (Del Sol Medical Center)

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Compare Independent Living around El Paso

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.

The MonteVista at Coronado Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 79
Rank #475 / 972
No
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 41
Rank #1334 / 1389
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 21
Rank #577 / 585
A+Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 823
-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 79
Rank #475 / 972
No
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 41
Rank #1092 / 1389
43
Facility 43
TX AVG 21
Rank #95 / 585
A+White Acres Assisted Living LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 823
11 Bed / 2 Bed
Western Carolina
IL
El Paso (Lafayette Place)
56
Facility 56
TX AVG 79
Rank #621 / 972
No
63
Facility 63
TX AVG 41
Rank #235 / 1389
-----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Luxe Life Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
El Paso
32
Facility 32
TX AVG 79
Rank #760 / 972
No
34
Facility 34
TX AVG 41
Rank #863 / 1389
--Ignite Medical Resort El Paso, LLC
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 823
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Solstice Senior Living at Rio Norte
IL
El Paso (East El Paso)-No
62
Facility 62
TX AVG 41
Rank #248 / 1389
29
Facility 29
TX AVG 21
Rank #131 / 585
A+---Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Texas

Western Carolina is located in El Paso, 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 Western Carolina

What neighborhood is Western Carolina in?

Western Carolina is in the Lafayette Place neighborhood.

Is Western Carolina in a walkable area?

Western Carolina has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Western Carolina?

No, Western Carolina has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Western Carolina?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Western Carolina in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Western Carolina?

Western Carolina is located at 900 N Carolina Dr, El Paso, TX 79915.

What is the phone number of Western Carolina?

(915) 778-1851 will put you in contact with the team at Western Carolina.

Does Western Carolina provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Western Carolina is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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