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Overview of The Village at Incarnate Word

The Village at Incarnate Word offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in San Antonio, Texas. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while home care brings support to a person’s residence. Several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move between levels without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community opened in 1988 and is operated by Incarnate Word Retirement Community. It has 60 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. A Walk Score of 75 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot; a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently.

The community has a salon or spa and rehabilitation services, giving residents access to grooming and rehabilitation without arranging those services elsewhere. Religious services and a Spiritual Life program are also available for residents who want to participate.

Helen Greathouse is a continuing care retirement community in the Trinity Towers Manor neighborhood of Midland, Texas. It offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and similar tasks. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available within one community. Helen Greathouse may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 233 beds, so residents live in a larger setting with more residents and staff, along with usually more programming. It is a substantial community rather than a small household setting.

A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a setting where most errands require a car or a ride, including for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed, so a resident moving in with a pet can keep that companion in the community. Amanda Quest serves as administrator, and Manor Park operates the community.

Overview of Washington Pointe Las Colinas

Located in the welcoming neighborhood of Irving, TX, the Washington Pointe Las Colinas is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Known for its maintenance-free lifestyle, the community offers spacious villas and apartments to further enhance comfort and relaxation among its residents. For those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, Lilac Trace Memory Care Neighborhoods are thoughtfully created with personalized care and support.

The community is dedicated to fostering exceptional amenities and services, including a thriving restaurant for delectable and nutritious meals, personalized service plan for wellness, organized outings and a diverse range of social activities, medication oversight, convenient transportation options, and many more. This community is also accessible to shopping communities, hospitals, pharmacies, other healthcare services, and 6 nearby golf courses. At the Washington Pointe Las Colinas, seniors are guaranteed a wonderful retirement.

Overview of The Wesleyan at Estrella

The Wesleyan at Estrella in Georgetown, TX offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because the community offers multiple care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units, with arrangements suited to living alone, with a partner, or with a companion. The community has 104 beds, and residents may bring pets. A walking trail offers an on-site place to walk. Kelly Goetz serves as administrator, and Wesleyan Homes operates the community.

Valley View Il offers assisted living, continuing care retirement community services, independent living, and memory care in Harlingen, Texas. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment, whereas independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available in one community. As a resident’s needs grow, they may be able to move from independent living to assisted living or memory care without leaving Valley View Il. The home may suit someone who wants the possibility of changing care levels in one setting.

Valley View Il has 129 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. The layouts include options for a single resident, a couple, or someone who wants a companion. The area has a Walk Score of 39 and is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives will generally need transportation for routine trips outside the community.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a companion animal. Jesus Ramirez serves as administrator, and Csl Harlingen Court operates the community.

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Starting Price $2,440/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Fountainwood at Lake Houston offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Atascocita, Texas. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Care needs can change. Having all three care levels on one campus allows a resident to move to a different level of care as needs grow without leaving the community. The range of care levels makes Fountainwood at Lake Houston a good fit for someone whose support needs could change over time.

Fountainwood at Lake Houston has 118 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options. A two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, while a studio provides one private living space. Its Walk Score is 33 out of 100, placing it in a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with their pets at the community. Victor Schloss serves as administrator, and 17990 W Lake Houston Parkway Opco operates the community.

Overview of Lewisville Estates

Operated by Lewisville Elite Street LLC, Lewisville Estates is a senior living community in Lewisville, Texas. It offers assisted living and independent living. Smitha Krishnan serves as the administrator. The community is located on College Parkway, about 0.7 miles from Medical City Lewisville, keeping hospital care within easy reach if residents need it. The three-story community has 60 beds. It has been serving residents for 26 years and welcomes adults age 55 and older.

Independent living residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Assisted living residents have studio apartments. Every residence includes a 24-hour emergency response system, private kitchen, en-suite bathroom, and large closet space. Across both care options, residents receive chef-prepared meals, medication assistance, 24-hour support, and help with activities of daily living.

Grooming services, housekeeping, community security, an entertainment center, and a fitness center are all part of daily life. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal during their stay.

State inspections conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have focused primarily on fire and life safety requirements, including exhaust and ventilation systems and hazardous-area construction standards. Earlier life safety issues identified during inspections were addressed and corrected.

The area has a Walk Score of 45, which means some nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require transportation. Families considering Lewisville Estates should ask how the community maintains its fire and life safety systems.

The Hamptons of Tyler Senior Living offers assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, independent living, and memory care in Tyler, Texas. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because changing care levels can happen without leaving the community. The community has 108 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom residences, with a one bedroom providing a single private living space and a two bedroom layout suiting a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community, and Vop Hamptons operates The Hamptons of Tyler Senior Living.

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Starting Price $2,465/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Owned by Ratcliff Senior Care, LLC, Orchard Park of Kyle is a senior living community in Kyle, Texas, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can often transition between levels of care as their needs change without moving to another community. The 141-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, giving families several options to match different space needs and budgets.

The community is operated by 4701 Ratcliffe Drive Opco, LLC, with Jenny E. Hayes serving as the administrator. Orchard Park of Kyle has been serving residents for 12 years, so it has established its presence in the area. Ascension Seton Hays is about 1.5 miles away, keeping hospital care within easy reach if residents need it.

Memory care is a key part of the community, with about 80 dedicated units for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The program follows Alzheimer’s certification standards. Residents receive 24-hour support, weekly housekeeping, on-site laundry, and access to an emergency call system. Three restaurant-style meals are served daily. There are also planned activities, transportation services, courtyards, and patios that give residents opportunities to stay active and connected. Utilities, including basic cable, are part of the cost of living.

The area has a Walk Score of 20 out of 100, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. State inspections conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission have focused on building and life safety systems, including emergency lighting and exit systems. Inspection findings in these areas were addressed following previous reviews. Orchard Park of Kyle does not allow pets, which is an important consideration for families whose loved one has a companion animal.

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Starting Price $4,365/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Legacy Oaks of Azle Senior Living is an outstanding retreat located in the peaceful neighborhood of Southeast Parkway, Azle, TX, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring specially designed and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to three-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents’ comfort and convenience. With residents’ special needs in mind, the community provides specialized care 24/7.

Have fun and gain meaningful experiences with stimulating activities and enriching programs, aiming to keep residents active and socially engaged. Here, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation with healthy and delightful meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Therapy services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, alongside exclusive rehabilitation programs, are provided to enhance residents’ well-being. Amenities include a library, a movie theater, a fitness room, a billiards room, and beautifully manicured grounds, ideal for recreation and socialization.

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Starting Price $3,610/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026