Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Waco, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Waco, TX using TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in TX
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Overview of Residency at Ridgewood

Residency at Ridgewood provides assisted living and memory care in Waco, TX. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 39 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Starting prices are $4,000 per month for assisted living and $6,000 per month for memory care. The higher memory care rate reflects the secured setting and supervision that care requires. Residency at Ridgewood opened in 2024 and is owned by Laura Painter.

A Walk Score of 59 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. Outdoor spaces give residents an option for spending time outside. The Socialization Opportunities program provides ways to take part in activities with others.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Waco, TX

What is the average cost of assisted living in Waco, TX?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Waco, TX is approximately $3,600. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Waco, TX?

Assisted living in Waco, TX typically ranges from $3,300–$5,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Waco, TX?

Assisted living facilities in Waco, TX typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:15.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Texas?

Assisted living in Texas supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Texas?

Assisted living in Texas is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Texas Medicaid cover assisted living?

Texas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Texas) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

Assisted Living in Waco at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,521The average monthly cost across facilities in Waco, TX. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Waco, TX. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Waco, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90