Serenity House Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · El Paso, TX

Serenity House Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · El Paso, TX

Overview of Serenity House Assisted Living

Located in the Sunrise Acres neighborhood of El Paso, Texas, Serenity House Assisted Living sits on Skyline Avenue. It’s a small, single-story community with 16 beds and private rooms, which offers a quieter, more intimate style of care than a larger facility. The community has been operating for 17 years, giving it a long track record in the local market. It’s run by EP Noble Care LLC and administered by Ida Araujo.

Daily support includes 24-hour supervision. Residents receive help with activities of daily living, medication management, and routine vital sign monitoring. Staff coordinates with outside healthcare providers when residents need specialized care. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term support. Meals are home-cooked. Residents have access to housekeeping, laundry, cable television, and Wi-Fi. Transportation services and recreational and fitness activities are also offered here.

State inspections conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have centered on routine operational matters. These involved food handling practices and equipment maintenance access, rather than concerns tied to resident safety or the quality of direct care. This finding suggests the needed changes involve paperwork and management, not serious problems with resident care.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 49. Many nearby destinations are reachable on foot, but most errands and appointments require a car or arranged transportation. Families choosing between a small community and more amenities should consider Serenity House’s size and close staff support.

Bed community size
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.
Years in operation
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
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #541 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 541st 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType A
CountyEl Paso
License Number311678
Year Opened4/3/2009

Ownership & Operating Entity

Serenity House Assisted Living is legally operated by Ep Noble Care LLC, and administered by Ida Araujo.

OwnerEp Noble Care LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactStephanie Schulte, Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Administrator Emaillucy@lafamiliadelpaso.com

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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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 2 citations 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% below)
• Health citations (50% below)
• Life safety citations (83% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better
Health citations Info Citations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 12 This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better
Life safety citations Info Citations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 16 This facility has 83% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 83% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 21 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 Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 17, 2023 inspection found two deficiencies: improper food procurement and inadequate access for equipment maintenance.
  • No enforcement actions or complaints were reported during the November 2023 inspection.
  • Deficiencies involved food safety and equipment maintenance, indicating lapses in operational compliance.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 7.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from El Paso's city center to Serenity House Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around El Paso

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.

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76
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A+Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC
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White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community
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Facility 43
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A+White Acres Assisted Living LLC
1
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-11 Bed / 2 Bed
Serenity House Assisted Living
AL
RC
El Paso (Sunrise Acres)
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 79
Rank #793 / 972
No
49
Facility 49
TX AVG 41
Rank #541 / 1389
17
Facility 17
TX AVG 21
Rank #257 / 585
A+Ep Noble Care LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #246 / 823
11Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Serenity House Assisted Living is located in El Paso, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Serenity House Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Serenity House Assisted Living in?

Serenity House Assisted Living is in the Sunrise Acres neighborhood of El Paso.

Who is the owner of Serenity House Assisted Living?

Serenity House Assisted Living is legally operated by Ep Noble Care LLC, and administered by Ida Araujo.

Is Serenity House Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Serenity House Assisted Living has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Serenity House Assisted Living?

According to TX state health department records, Serenity House Assisted Living's license number is 311678.

How long has Serenity House Assisted Living been in business?

Serenity House Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Serenity House Assisted Living?

No, Serenity House Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Serenity House Assisted Living?

Ida Araujo is the administrator of Serenity House Assisted Living.

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