The Waterford at College Station
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · College Station, TX

The Waterford at College Station

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · College Station, TX

Overview of The Waterford at College Station

Based in the welcoming neighborhood of College Station, TX, The Waterford at College Station is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and temporary stay services. Here, residents can select among well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community provides round-the-clock care and support for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive a specialized program called Magnolia Trails catering to the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.

Providing top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 meals and snacks daily, housekeeping and laundry services, home maintenance, and transportation to nearby locations. Experience a perfect ambiance for both engagement and relaxation in its landscape courtyard, beauty salon, and barber shop. Engage in diverse social activities and events such as wellness programs and birthday parties. Truly, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement with The Waterford at College Station.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #568 / 972Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 568th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
16 years in operation Rank #271 / 585Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 271st 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: 14 / 100 Rank #1178 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1178th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
CountyBrazos
License Number149672
Year Opened3/31/2010

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Waterford at College Station is legally operated by Csl Ce College Station LLC, and administered by Kristi Schuler.

Management CompanyCSL ESPERANZA MANAGEMENT
OwnerCsl Ce College Station LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
27 units
Total beds
60 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Steve Chapman, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jun 2026)
Administrator Emailkschuler@sonidaliving.com

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 3 enforcement actions 2 citations 1 inspection

Enforcement Actions Info Enforcement actions are formal penalties or interventions imposed by Texas regulators when an assisted living residence fails to meet state care, safety, or regulatory standards. They may include stipulations and orders, civil monetary penalties, operational restrictions, or appointment of temporary management.

Since 2023
3 enforcement actions
  • August 30, 2023 Administrative Penalty
  • July 28, 2025 Administrative Penalty
  • March 3, 2026 Administrative Penalty

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 2025 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Health citations (at TX avg)
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% 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. 22 This facility has health citations in line with the Texas average (2 vs. TX avg 2).— At avg

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

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 17, 2023 inspection cited four deficiencies including resident abuse, unnecessary restraints, and failure to provide proper transfer or discharge notice.
  • The facility was fined for admitting or retaining residents whose needs could not be met, along with abuse and neglect violations.
  • No complaints were substantiated, but enforcement actions included administrative penalties for multiple serious violations.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 395 / 451 / 832 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near The Waterford at College Station

Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from College Station's city center to The Waterford at College Station's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around College Station

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.

Mrc the Langford
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IL
MC
NH
SNF
College Station
66
Facility 66
TX AVG 79
Rank #532 / 972
Yes
63
Facility 63
TX AVG 41
Rank #235 / 1389
-Mr. C Senior Living
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 6
Rank #587 / 823
16-
The Waterford at College Station
AL
MC
RC
College Station (Southwood Forest)
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 79
Rank #568 / 972
Yes
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 41
Rank #1178 / 1389
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 21
Rank #271 / 585
Csl Ce College Station LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #246 / 823
2-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

The Waterford at College Station is located in College Station, 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 Waterford at College Station

What neighborhood is The Waterford at College Station in?

The Waterford at College Station is in the Southwood Forest neighborhood of College Station.

Who is the owner of The Waterford at College Station?

The Waterford at College Station is legally operated by Csl Ce College Station LLC, and administered by Kristi Schuler.

Is The Waterford at College Station in a walkable area?

The Waterford at College Station has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Waterford at College Station?

According to TX state health department records, The Waterford at College Station's license number is 149672.

How long has The Waterford at College Station been in business?

The Waterford at College Station has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Waterford at College Station?

Yes, The Waterford at College Station allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Waterford at College Station?

Kristi Schuler is the administrator of The Waterford at College Station.

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