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Avid Care Cottages – North
Set in the tree-lined neighborhood of Glenpine Drive, Houston, TX, Avid Care Cottages – North is a unique community that offers assisted living. With care and assistance tailored to residents’ specific needs, the community ensures comfort and convenience like no other by helping with daily living activities, mobility, and medication management. Ease your worries with a compassionate team available from day to night.
Here, residents are encouraged to remain socially connected and active with a variety of activities tailored to their enjoyment and wellness. From breakfast to dinner, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. The community is perfect for those who need extra assistance to live day-to-day activities while being able to retain their independence with its accommodating and respectful environment.
Community insights.
About this community
Avid Care Cottages – North is legally operated by Access Harmony Group LLC, and administered by Adel A Givens.
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.
Enforcement Actions
Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by Texas regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.
- May 6, 2023 Administrative Penalty
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.
• Life safety citations (17% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (13% below)
Citations
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Total citations
| 7 | 8 | This facility has 13% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 13% better |
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Life safety citations
| 7 | 6 | This facility has 17% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse |
Inspections
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Inspections with citations
| 1 | 1 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Places of interest near Avid Care Cottages – North
3611 Glenpine Dr, Houston, TX 77068
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Buckingham | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Houston (Mid West) | 130
Facility
130
TX AVG
78
Rank
#126 / 980 | No |
56
Facility
56
TX AVG
42
Rank
#364 / 1,345 | 20
Facility
20
TX AVG
21
Rank
#217 / 587 | - | Buckingham Senior Living Community Inc | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | 1 | 2 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Brookdale Memorial Oaks | AL MC | Houston (Briar Forest) | 120
Facility
120
TX AVG
78
Rank
#192 / 980 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
TX AVG
42
Rank
#209 / 1,345 | 22
Facility
22
TX AVG
21
Rank
#180 / 587 | A+ | Esc-Ngh, L.p | 5
Facility
5
TX AVG
6
Rank
#372 / 839 | - | 5 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
| Brookdale Spring Shadows | AL MC | Houston (Spring Branch North) | 104
Facility
104
TX AVG
78
Rank
#328 / 980 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
TX AVG
42
Rank
#832 / 1,345 | 48
Facility
48
TX AVG
21
Rank
#47 / 587 | A+ | Arc Spring Shadow, L.p | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | 1 | 3 | Standard Studio / Deluxe Studio / Semi-Private Studio / Private Studio |
| Brookdale Shadowlake | AL MC | Houston (Westside) | 20
Facility
20
TX AVG
78
Rank
#783 / 980 | Yes |
75
Facility
75
TX AVG
42
Rank
#67 / 1,345 | 48
Facility
48
TX AVG
21
Rank
#47 / 587 | A+ | Arc Tennessee Gp Inc | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#293 / 839 | 1 | 4 | Studio |
| Avid Care Cottages – North | AL MC | Houston (Olde Oaks) | 10
Facility
10
TX AVG
78
Rank
#898 / 980 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
TX AVG
42
Rank
#977 / 1,345 | 26
Facility
26
TX AVG
21
Rank
#152 / 587 | - | Access Harmony Group LLC | 7
Facility
7
TX AVG
6
Rank
#498 / 839 | - | 7 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas
Avid Care Cottages – North is located in Houston, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avid Care Cottages – North
What neighborhood is Avid Care Cottages – North in?
Avid Care Cottages – North is in the Olde Oaks neighborhood of Houston.
Who is the owner of Avid Care Cottages – North?
Avid Care Cottages – North is legally operated by Access Harmony Group LLC, and administered by Adel A Givens.
Is Avid Care Cottages – North in a walkable area?
Avid Care Cottages – North has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Avid Care Cottages – North?
According to TX state health department records, Avid Care Cottages – North's license number is 146150.
How long has Avid Care Cottages – North been in business?
Avid Care Cottages – North has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Avid Care Cottages – North?
Yes, Avid Care Cottages – North allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Avid Care Cottages – North?
Adel A Givens is the administrator of Avid Care Cottages – North.
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