The Abbey at Westminster Plaza
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Houston, TX

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Houston, TX

Overview of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza

An extraordinary senior living community at 2855 Westminster Plaza Drive, Houston, TX, The Abbey at Westminster Plaza offers independent living. With snug and sophisticated residences ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedroom floor plans, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. The community takes care of the housekeeping and maintenance for residents to live a worry-free retirement.

Fill your days with happiness through a jam-packed calendar of exciting events and maintain your wellness with fun programs. Eat without hassles with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Abbey at Westminster Plaza strives to deliver the utmost care and assistance while maintaining their independence to ensure they thrive and enjoy their golden years. Amenities include a hair salon, a HydroWorx indoor aquatic therapy pool, a wellness center, a movie theater, a sports lounge, serene walking paths, and so much more.

Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #363 / 988Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 363rd 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #269 / 1391Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 269th 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

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationFebruary 20, 2028
CountyHarris
License Number146720

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza is legally operated by Founder's Commercial, Ltd, and administrated by Mrs. Jenifer Knight.

OwnerFOUNDER\'S COMMERCIAL, LTD
Ownership TypeLIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
30 units
Total beds
100 units

Staffing

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

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Indoor Pool
Onsite Salon & Barbershop
Dining
Specific ProgramsWellness Center, The Abbey Life - Our Blog

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$3,895 per month
AL$2,835 per month
MC$6,925 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining at The Abbey at Westminster Plaza is designed to nourish both body and spirit, featuring chef-prepared meals and a focus on health, flavor, and variety.

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 8 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 2021 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% above)
• Life safety citations (17% above)
• Citations per year (33% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
Latest Inspection November 16, 2021 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 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. 86 This facility has 33% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (8 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 33% worse
Health citations Info Violations 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 Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 76 This facility has 17% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (7 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 17% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.61.2 This facility has 33% more citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1.6 vs. TX avg 1.2).↑ 33% worse

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 16, 2021 inspection cited 8 deficiencies, including fire drills, alarm system, sprinkler maintenance, building repair, extinguisher inspections, and commercial range hood compliance.
  • Previous 2019 inspections found multiple life safety code violations that were corrected by late 2019, showing recurring fire safety and building maintenance issues.
  • No complaints were substantiated in the record, and prior fire safety violations from 2019 were resolved before the 2021 inspection.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Room Sizes: 790 / 870 / 1002 / 1029 / 1214 / 1241 / 1339 / 1515 / 1620 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Maria Alvarado

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Abbey at Westminster Plaza

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Address 15.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Houston's city center to The Abbey at Westminster Plaza's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.08 miles to nearest hospital (Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza is located in Houston, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Abbey at Westminster Plaza

What neighborhood is The Abbey at Westminster Plaza in?

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza is in the Westside neighborhood of Houston.

Who is the owner of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza?

The legal owner and operator of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza is Founder's Commercial, Ltd.

Is The Abbey at Westminster Plaza in a walkable area?

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza?

According to TX state health department records, The Abbey at Westminster Plaza's license number is 146720.

When does The Abbey at Westminster Plaza's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, The Abbey at Westminster Plaza's license expires on February 20, 2028.

Who is the administrator of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza?

Mrs. Jenifer Knight is the administrator of The Abbey at Westminster Plaza.

How many beds does The Abbey at Westminster Plaza have?

The Abbey at Westminster Plaza has 100 beds.

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