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The Veranda
The Veranda is a senior living community in Uvalde, Texas, providing personal care. Operated by UALC LLC in Uvalde County, with a 60-bed capacity, it stands as one of the more adaptable residential settings for older adults in this rural South Texas area.
In terms of government oversight, the community maintains a positive history relative to Texas state benchmarks, with a total of three identified Life Safety Code findings. These specific citations concerned the lack of a mandated sprinkler system and technical gaps in fire alarm and smoke detection protocols. In the most recent inspection on December 6, 2023, no violations were reported. These were structural and system-related matters rather than lapses in resident support. Notably, no health code deficiencies were identified, no penalties have been issued, and the total number of three citations is 50% lower than the state average of six.
Primary support options include help with medications, personal care aid, local transit, and cleaning services. The dual-service model, which includes both assisted and independent lifestyles, allows residents to remain in their current environment even as their health requirements change over time, which helps prevent the stress of moving to a different location. The daily schedule covers a variety of areas, including culinary services, property features, lifestyle programs, and health and safety initiatives for older adults.
The Veranda is a good option for older adults looking for a range of support levels, from autonomous living to assisted care and memory help, particularly those who prefer a moderately sized, neighborhood-focused setting in Southwest Texas. For families living in Uvalde County and the nearby rural regions, this community provides a locally accessible choice that integrates multiple levels of care under one roof.
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About this community
The Veranda is legally operated by Ualc LLC.
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
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.
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Health citations (at TX avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (25% below)
• Life safety citations (33% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
| 6 | 8 | This facility has 25% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (6 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 25% better |
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Health citations
| 2 | 2 | This facility has health citations in line with the Texas average (2 vs. TX avg 2).— At avg |
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Life safety citations
| 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
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Inspections with citations
| 2 | 1 | This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse |
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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TX AVG
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Rank
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TX AVG
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48
TX AVG
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71
TX AVG
78
Rank
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54
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54
TX AVG
42
Rank
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30
TX AVG
21
Rank
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TX AVG
6
Rank
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TX AVG
78
Rank
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TX AVG
42
Rank
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TX AVG
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TX AVG
6
Rank
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65
TX AVG
78
Rank
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47
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TX AVG
42
Rank
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23
TX AVG
21
Rank
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TX AVG
6
Rank
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| The Veranda | AL IL | Uvalde | 60
Facility
60
TX AVG
78
Rank
#567 / 980 | No |
75
Facility
75
TX AVG
42
Rank
#67 / 1,345 | - | - | Ualc LLC | 6
Facility
6
TX AVG
6
Rank
#442 / 839 | - | 2 | 4 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Veranda
Who is the owner of The Veranda?
The Veranda is legally operated by Ualc LLC.
Is The Veranda in a walkable area?
The Veranda has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at The Veranda?
No, The Veranda has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does The Veranda have?
The Veranda has 60 beds.
Has The Veranda had any citations?
The Veranda has had 6 reported citations according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of The Veranda?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Veranda in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Veranda?
The Veranda is located at 201 Ham Lane, Uvalde, TX 78801.
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