Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Brookdale Lake Brazos
Located in Waco, Texas, Brookdale Lake Brazos provides both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care in a beautiful community setting. Residents can settle into spacious, private, pet-friendly apartments and engage with friends in the charming, home-like common areas. The community offers convenient access to many stores, shops, and restaurants in nearby Waco, providing the best of both worlds. Brookdale Lake Brazos offers a full calendar of events and activities, and a continuum of care that provides ease of transition should residents need further care.
The assisted living program supports seniors with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, medication management, and chores, allowing them more time to enjoy their retired life. The memory care program provides person-centered care, leading residents through an array of enriching daily activities designed to nurture their current skills and keep them socially engaged. Residents can participate in friendly competitions, try their hand at crafting, or take technology classes. Memory care residents enjoy activities like bowling, flower arranging, and music programs. The restaurant-style dining offers delicious, chef-inspired meals made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, with care of residents
Community insights.
About this community
Brookdale Lake Brazos is legally operated by Esc Iv, L.p., and administered by Aaron Lindholm.
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.
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (75% below)
• Life safety citations (67% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
| 2 | 8 | This facility has 75% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 75% better |
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Life safety citations
| 2 | 6 | This facility has 67% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better |
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: Suite
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Lake Brazos
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2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waco's city center to Brookdale Lake Brazos's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Waco
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.
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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 Blake at Waco | AL MC | Waco | 159
Facility
159
TX AVG
78
Rank
#46 / 980 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,138 / 1,345 | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
21
Rank
#545 / 587 | C+ | The Blake At Waco, LLC | 0
Facility
0
TX AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 839 | - | - | - |
| Lynridge of Waco Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL MC | Waco | 156
Facility
156
TX AVG
78
Rank
#49 / 980 | No |
5
Facility
5
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,303 / 1,345 | 10
Facility
10
TX AVG
21
Rank
#409 / 587 | - | 5317 Speegleville Road Opco LLC | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#87 / 839 | - | 1 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Lake Brazos | AL MC | Waco (North Lake Waco) | 101
Facility
101
TX AVG
78
Rank
#340 / 980 | Yes | - | 16
Facility
16
TX AVG
21
Rank
#274 / 587 | - | Esc IV, L.p | 2
Facility
2
TX AVG
6
Rank
#172 / 839 | 1 | 2 | Suite |
| Arbor House of Waco | AL MC RC | Waco (Kendrick) | 75
Facility
75
TX AVG
78
Rank
#474 / 980 | No |
40
Facility
40
TX AVG
42
Rank
#734 / 1,345 | 9
Facility
9
TX AVG
21
Rank
#432 / 587 | - | Waco Tx Arbor House LP | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#293 / 839 | 1 | 3 | Suite |
| Brookdale Lakeshore | AL | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 50
Facility
50
TX AVG
78
Rank
#661 / 980 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
TX AVG
42
Rank
#709 / 1,345 | 22
Facility
22
TX AVG
21
Rank
#180 / 587 | A- | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | 1 | 3 | Suite |
Financial Assistance for
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Brookdale Lake Brazos is located in Waco, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Lake Brazos
What neighborhood is Brookdale Lake Brazos in?
Brookdale Lake Brazos is in the North Lake Waco neighborhood of Waco.
Who is the owner of Brookdale Lake Brazos?
Brookdale Lake Brazos is legally operated by Esc Iv, L.p., and administered by Aaron Lindholm.
What is the license number of Brookdale Lake Brazos?
According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Lake Brazos's license number is 148513.
When does Brookdale Lake Brazos's license expire?
According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Lake Brazos's license expires on January 10, 2027.
How long has Brookdale Lake Brazos been in business?
Brookdale Lake Brazos has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale Lake Brazos?
Yes, Brookdale Lake Brazos allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Brookdale Lake Brazos?
Aaron Lindholm is the administrator of Brookdale Lake Brazos.
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