Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Ella Springs Senior Living Community
Showcasing seniors how great retirement can truly be, Ella Springs is a one of a kind senior living community based in Harris County, Houston, TX, offering assisted living and memory care. The community welcomes seniors into spacious and sophisticated apartments, ranging from studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments as well as companion suites. Residents are guaranteed peace of mind knowing that they always have the support they need, when they need it.
Wherever you are at in your retirement journey, you are bound to enjoy the plethora of amenities that the community offers to help residents lead a fulfilling and interesting lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to a state of the art movie theater with comfy seating, walking paths, BBQ pavilion, and a dog park. The community provides a team of talented culinary experts that focuses on creating healthy meal options, complete with fresh ingredients, seasonal vegetables and fruits, and local favorites.
Community insights.
About this community
Ella Springs Senior Living Community is legally operated by Kingfisher Senior Living LLC.
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
- December 6, 2023 Administrative Penalty
- January 22, 2024 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.
• Total citations (75% above)
• Life safety citations (133% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Citations
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Total citations
| 14 | 8 | This facility has 75% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (14 vs. TX avg 8).↑ 75% worse |
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Life safety citations
| 14 | 6 | This facility has 133% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (14 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 133% worse |
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
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Brenda Hobson is the Executive Director at Ella Springs Senior Living Community. Born and raised in Bryan College Station, Brenda began her career at Ella Springs as the business office director and advanced to her current leadership role. She values the ministry and the dedicated staff with servant hearts, which inspire her daily to enrich the lives of residents with compassion and respect.
Places of interest near Ella Springs Senior Living Community
16700 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77090
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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 |
| Ella Springs Senior Living Community | AL MC | Houston | 102
Facility
102
TX AVG
78
Rank
#337 / 980 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
TX AVG
42
Rank
#646 / 1,345 | - | - | Kingfisher Senior Living LLC | 14
Facility
14
TX AVG
6
Rank
#719 / 839 | - | 14 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| 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 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas
Ella Springs Senior Living Community is located in Houston, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ella Springs Senior Living Community
Who is the owner of Ella Springs Senior Living Community?
Ella Springs Senior Living Community is legally operated by Kingfisher Senior Living LLC.
Is Ella Springs Senior Living Community in a walkable area?
Ella Springs Senior Living Community has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Ella Springs Senior Living Community?
Yes, Ella Springs Senior Living Community allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Ella Springs Senior Living Community have?
Ella Springs Senior Living Community has 102 beds.
Has Ella Springs Senior Living Community had any citations?
Ella Springs Senior Living Community has had 14 reported citations since 2024 according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of Ella Springs Senior Living Community?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Ella Springs Senior Living Community in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Ella Springs Senior Living Community?
Ella Springs Senior Living Community is located at 16700 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX 77090.
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