West Lake Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Desoto, TX

West Lake Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Desoto, TX

Overview of West Lake Assisted Living

Located in the serene area of Desoto, TX, West Lake Assisted Living is a trusted community that caters to those needing assisted living and memory care. The community features excellent caregivers trained in memory care practices and assisting with daily activities like personal care. Additional services like speech and occupational therapy are also provided to help improve or maintain residents’ functionality.

Another highlight of living in West Lake is the array of life-enriching activities and delicious meals that are both fresh and healthy. Chores like household maintenance and laundry are also handled for a carefree experience. At West Lake Assisted Living, enjoying your golden years is a top priority.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 8 Rank #921 / 980Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 921st out of 980 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #432 / 587Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 432nd out of 587 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
9 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #682 / 1345Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 682nd out of 1,345 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
CountyDallas
License Number308138
Year Opened3/23/2017

Ownership & Operating Entity

West Lake Assisted Living is administered by Kandra Askew.

OwnerWest Lake Assisted Living
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Desoto's city center to West Lake Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Harlingen
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Harlingen
154
Facility 154
TX AVG 78
Rank #55 / 980
No
44
Facility 44
TX AVG 42
Rank #646 / 1,345
54
Facility 54
TX AVG 21
Rank #1 / 587
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1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #87 / 839
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Brookdale Lakeway
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Lakeway (The Towers Of Lakeway)
132
Facility 132
TX AVG 78
Rank #112 / 980
Yes
28
Facility 28
TX AVG 42
Rank #956 / 1,345
48
Facility 48
TX AVG 21
Rank #47 / 587
A+Brookdale Lakeway LLC
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 6
Rank #442 / 839
-15Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mirador Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Corpus Christi (South Side)
66
Facility 66
TX AVG 78
Rank #531 / 980
No
39
Facility 39
TX AVG 42
Rank #754 / 1,345
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 21
Rank #306 / 587
A+Methodist Retirement Communities
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #172 / 839
2.0-41 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Sleepy Hollow
AL
MC
Amarillo (Sleepy Hollow)
65
Facility 65
TX AVG 78
Rank #544 / 980
Yes
47
Facility 47
TX AVG 42
Rank #585 / 1,345
23
Facility 23
TX AVG 21
Rank #177 / 587
-Emeritol Seville Estates LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #87 / 839
1.0-2Studio
West Lake Assisted Living
AL
MC
Desoto
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 78
Rank #921 / 980
No
42
Facility 42
TX AVG 42
Rank #682 / 1,345
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 21
Rank #432 / 587
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Lake Assisted Living

Is West Lake Assisted Living in a walkable area?

West Lake Assisted Living has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of West Lake Assisted Living?

According to TX state health department records, West Lake Assisted Living's license number is 308138.

How long has West Lake Assisted Living been in business?

West Lake Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at West Lake Assisted Living?

No, West Lake Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of West Lake Assisted Living?

Kandra Askew is the administrator of West Lake Assisted Living.

How many beds does West Lake Assisted Living have?

West Lake Assisted Living has 8 beds.

Are there photos of West Lake Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 5 photos of West Lake Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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