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 #793 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 793rd out of 972 homes in Texas for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #257 / 585Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 257th out of 585 homes in Texas for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Texas facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #513 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 513th out of 1389 homes in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
ExpirationJanuary 6, 2028
CountyMclennan
License Number309413
Year Opened4/28/2009
RCFE Number103795
Mercy House Waco is legally operated by Darsea Holdings, LLC, and administered 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 Emailpreston@mercy.house
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 2025 · 1 year of data
4 citations
1 inspection
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 2025 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% below)
• Life safety citations (33% below)
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% below)
• Life safety citations (33% below)
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 6 | This facility has 33% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better |
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Life safety citations
Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar.
| 4 | 6 | This facility has 33% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better |
Inspections
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 1 | 1 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg |
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?
No pets allowed
Building Type: Two-story
Places of interest near Mercy House Waco
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.
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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.
| The Blake at Waco | AL MC | Waco | 159
Facility
159
TX AVG
79
Rank
#50 / 972 | Yes |
17
Facility
17
TX AVG
41
Rank
#1136 / 1389 | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
21
Rank
#544 / 585 | C+ | The Blake At Waco, LLC | 0
Facility
0
TX AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 823 | - | - | - |
| Lynridge of Waco Assisted Living & Memory Care | AL MC | Waco (Speegleville Road) | 156
Facility
156
TX AVG
79
Rank
#54 / 972 | No |
5
Facility
5
TX AVG
41
Rank
#1301 / 1389 | 10
Facility
10
TX AVG
21
Rank
#405 / 585 | - | 5317 Speegleville Road Opco LLC | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#152 / 823 | - | 1 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Heartis Waco Assisted Living | AL MC | Waco (Speegleville Road) | 156
Facility
156
TX AVG
79
Rank
#54 / 972 | No |
5
Facility
5
TX AVG
41
Rank
#1301 / 1389 | - | - | 5317 Speegleville Road Opco LLC | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#152 / 823 | - | 1 | - |
| Brookdale Lakeshore | AL | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 50
Facility
50
TX AVG
79
Rank
#661 / 972 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
TX AVG
41
Rank
#707 / 1389 | 22
Facility
22
TX AVG
21
Rank
#178 / 585 | A- | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#399 / 823 | 1 | 3 | Suite |
| Mercy House Waco | AL MC | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 16
Facility
16
TX AVG
79
Rank
#793 / 972 | No |
50
Facility
50
TX AVG
41
Rank
#513 / 1389 | 17
Facility
17
TX AVG
21
Rank
#257 / 585 | - | Darsea Holdings, LLC | 8
Facility
8
TX AVG
6
Rank
#636 / 823 | 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?
Mercy House Waco is legally operated by Darsea Holdings, LLC, and administered by John Darby.
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.
How long has Mercy House Waco been in business?
Mercy House Waco has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Mercy House Waco?
No, Mercy House Waco has a no-pet policy.
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