Mercy House Waco
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waco, TX
Mercy House Waco
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Waco, TX
Mercy House in Waco, Texas, comprises a dedicated team of assisted living and memory care professionals, offering specialized housing and care services for seniors. Renowned for their exceptional approach, they empathize with the challenges of transitioning to a new living arrangement. Their well-organized team prioritizes resident care, creating a familial atmosphere in this historically rich location. With a focus on individualized care, Mercy House accommodates up to 16 residents, ensuring each receives personalized attention.
As an assisted living facility that feels like family, Mercy House welcomes short-term stays, providing indoor and outdoor common areas. This secure community, particularly beneficial for those with memory loss, stands out for its inclusivity, offering American Sign Language communication and Spanish-speaking staff. Residents, especially those with disabilities, can find comfort in this small yet comprehensive assisted living home, fostering a sense of community in the field of senior living.
16-bed community Rank #809 / 988Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 809th out of 988 homes in Texas. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
17 years in operation Rank #283 / 583Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd out of 583 homes in Texas. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #515 / 1391Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 515th out of 1391 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
About this community
Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationJanuary 6, 2028
CountyMclennan
License Number309413
Year Opened4/28/2009
RCFE Number103795
Mercy House Waco is legally operated by Darsea Holdings, Llc, and administrated by John Darby.
OwnerDARSEA HOLDINGS, LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)
Alzheimer's Units
16 units
Total beds
16 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Administrator Email[email protected]
Alzheimer's Certification
Starting Price$4,000 per month
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
8 citations
2 inspections
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.
Since 2023 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% above)
• Health citations (100% above)
• Citations per year (35% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Life safety citations (33% below)
• Total citations (33% above)
• Health citations (100% above)
• Citations per year (35% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Life safety citations (33% below)
Latest Inspection
August 10, 2023
Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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8 | 6 | This facility has 33% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (8 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 33% worse |
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Health citations
Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations.
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4 | 2 | This facility has 100% more health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 2).↑ 100% worse |
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Life safety citations
Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar.
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4 | 6 | This facility has 33% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
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2.7 | 2 | This facility has 35% more citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2.7 vs. TX avg 2).↑ 35% worse |
Inspections
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
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2 | 1 | This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 10, 2023 inspection found 8 deficiencies including food safety violations and failure to screen employees for tuberculosis as required.
- The facility failed to meet life safety code standards for fire drills, lighting, sprinkler systems, and kitchen hood compliance.
- No complaints were substantiated, but repeated life safety and health violations show ongoing regulatory noncompliance.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Two-story
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3.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Waco's city center to Mercy House Waco's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.3 miles to nearest hospital (amily Counseling & Children's Services)
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Mercy House Waco is located in Waco, Texas.
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The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
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| Lynridge of Waco Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Waco (Speegleville Road) |
156
Facility
156
TX AVG
80
Rank
#54 / 988
| No |
5
Facility
5
TX AVG
41
Rank
#1303 / 1391
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10
Facility
10
TX AVG
22
Rank
#421 / 583
| 5317 Speegleville Road Opco LLC |
1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#150 / 834
| - | 1 |
| Brookdale Lake Brazos |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Waco (North Lake Waco) |
101
Facility
101
TX AVG
80
Rank
#358 / 988
| Yes |
0
Facility
0
TX AVG
41
Rank
#1356 / 1391
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16
Facility
16
TX AVG
22
Rank
#294 / 583
| Esc IV, L.p. |
3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#320 / 834
| 1 | 2 |
| Arbor House of Waco |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Waco (Kendrick) |
75
Facility
75
TX AVG
80
Rank
#496 / 988
| No |
40
Facility
40
TX AVG
41
Rank
#734 / 1391
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9
Facility
9
TX AVG
22
Rank
#445 / 583
| Waco Tx Arbor House LP |
4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#403 / 834
| 1 | 3 |
| Brookdale Lakeshore |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Waco (Cedar Ridge) |
50
Facility
50
TX AVG
80
Rank
#676 / 988
| Yes |
41
Facility
41
TX AVG
41
Rank
#709 / 1391
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48
Facility
48
TX AVG
22
Rank
#46 / 583
| Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc. |
4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#403 / 834
| 1 | 3 |
| Mercy House Waco |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Waco (Cedar Ridge) |
16
Facility
16
TX AVG
80
Rank
#809 / 988
| No |
50
Facility
50
TX AVG
41
Rank
#515 / 1391
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17
Facility
17
TX AVG
22
Rank
#283 / 583
| Darsea Holdings, LLC |
8
Facility
8
TX AVG
6
Rank
#644 / 834
| 4 | 4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mercy House Waco
What neighborhood is Mercy House Waco in?
Mercy House Waco is in the Cedar Ridge neighborhood of Waco.
Who is the owner of Mercy House Waco?
The legal owner and operator of Mercy House Waco is Darsea Holdings, Llc.
Is Mercy House Waco in a walkable area?
Mercy House Waco has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Mercy House Waco?
According to TX state health department records, Mercy House Waco's license number is 309413.
When does Mercy House Waco's license expire?
According to TX state health department records, Mercy House Waco's license expires on January 6, 2028.
Who is the administrator of Mercy House Waco?
John Darby is the administrator of Mercy House Waco.
How many beds does Mercy House Waco have?
Mercy House Waco has 16 beds.
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