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Brookdale Lakeshore
Serving the vibrant city of Waco, Texas, Brookdale Lakeshore is a senior living community offering exceptional assisted living services. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, from fitness classes to movie matinees, and even outings to local attractions like the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. With support available for tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, seniors can focus on filling their social calendars and pursuing their passions.
The community’s mission is to offer personalized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs, ensuring the right amount of assistance is provided while promoting independence. Amenities include private apartments with ample storage, beautiful courtyard views, and the option to bring along beloved pets. With a range of programs like Bible studies, board games, and a recipe club, residents have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and enjoy life to the fullest
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About this community
Brookdale Lakeshore is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administered by Heather Gillaspie.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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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 (63% below)
• Life safety citations (50% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
| 3 | 8 | This facility has 63% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 63% better |
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Life safety citations
| 3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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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
Room Sizes: 288 - 360 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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4.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waco's city center to Brookdale Lakeshore's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
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 |
| 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 |
| Mercy House Waco | AL MC | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 16
Facility
16
TX AVG
78
Rank
#788 / 980 | No |
50
Facility
50
TX AVG
42
Rank
#512 / 1,345 | 17
Facility
17
TX AVG
21
Rank
#260 / 587 | - | Darsea Holdings, LLC | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#293 / 839 | 4 | 4 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Lakeshore
What neighborhood is Brookdale Lakeshore in?
Brookdale Lakeshore is in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood of Waco.
Who is the owner of Brookdale Lakeshore?
Brookdale Lakeshore is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administered by Heather Gillaspie.
Is Brookdale Lakeshore in a walkable area?
Brookdale Lakeshore has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Brookdale Lakeshore?
According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Lakeshore's license number is 149791.
When does Brookdale Lakeshore's license expire?
According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Lakeshore's license expires on January 12, 2027.
How long has Brookdale Lakeshore been in business?
Brookdale Lakeshore has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Brookdale Lakeshore have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Lakeshore on this page.
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