The Gardens of Castle Hills
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Antonio, TX

The Gardens of Castle Hills

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Antonio, TX

Overview of The Gardens of Castle Hills

Gemstone Senior Living at Castle Hills sits on Jackson Keller Road in San Antonio, about six miles from downtown. Run by Peridot Health LLC and managed by MG Operations LLC, the property provides assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. Administrator Norma Eagan oversees the campus, which has served local residents for 25 years.

The two-story building holds 160 beds and accepts adults age 62 and older, offering studio and one-bedroom apartments. Staffing includes licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, and personal caregivers on site around the clock. Along with long-term care, the home offers short-term respite stays and therapy services. Monthly fees cover three daily meals, room cleaning, and scheduled recreational and exercise activities.

The surrounding neighborhood has a walk score of 54, so while a few errands are doable on foot, getting around town generally requires a car.

Families and caregivers looking into care options in Bexar County can reach out to the Jackson Keller Road main office directly to ask about current room availability, tour the building, or get details on care levels.

Bed community size
31-bed community Rank #763 / 981Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 763rd out of 981 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #491 / 586Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 491st out of 586 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #407 / 1346Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 407th out of 1346 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

License Details

Facility TypeType B
CountyBexar

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens of Castle Hills is legally operated by Peridot Health LLC.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
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.

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.

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 (83% below)
• Health citations (50% 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. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 83% 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

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. 11 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 315-350 / 340 - 435 / 485 / 560 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Gardens of Castle Hills

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Places of interest near The Gardens of Castle Hills

Address 6.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Antonio's city center to The Gardens of Castle Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.46 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospital Texsan)

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Compare Assisted Living around San Antonio

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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9
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IL
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54
Facility 54
TX AVG 21
Rank #1 / 586
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2
Facility 2
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The Gardens of Castle Hills
AL
MC
San Antonio (Jackson Keller Road)
31
Facility 31
TX AVG 78
Rank #763 / 981
No
54
Facility 54
TX AVG 42
Rank #407 / 1346
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 21
Rank #491 / 586
-Peridot Health LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #87 / 840
1-Studio / Alcove / Suite / 1 Bed
The Army Residence Community Health Care Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Antonio (Northeast Side)
30
Facility 30
TX AVG 78
Rank #766 / 981
Yes
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 42
Rank #1287 / 1346
39
Facility 39
TX AVG 21
Rank #102 / 586
-The Army Retirement Residence Foundation San Antonio Inc
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 6
Rank #499 / 840
16-
Blue Skies of Texas East
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Antonio (Valley High North)
24
Facility 24
TX AVG 78
Rank #780 / 981
Yes
47
Facility 47
TX AVG 42
Rank #586 / 1346
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 21
Rank #306 / 586
-Bst Health Services Corp
3
Facility 3
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21-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

The Gardens of Castle Hills is located in San Antonio, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens of Castle Hills

What neighborhood is The Gardens of Castle Hills in?

The Gardens of Castle Hills is in the Jackson Keller Road neighborhood of San Antonio.

Who is the owner of The Gardens of Castle Hills?

The Gardens of Castle Hills is legally operated by Peridot Health LLC.

Is The Gardens of Castle Hills in a walkable area?

The Gardens of Castle Hills has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has The Gardens of Castle Hills been in business?

The Gardens of Castle Hills has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens of Castle Hills?

No, The Gardens of Castle Hills has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does The Gardens of Castle Hills have?

The Gardens of Castle Hills has 31 beds.

Has The Gardens of Castle Hills had any citations?

The Gardens of Castle Hills has had 1 reported citation according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).

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