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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
410 homes in Texas

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Texas Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Atria Cinco Ranch
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Katy
78
Facility 78
TX AVG 80
Rank #483 / 988
No
67
Facility 67
TX AVG 41
Rank #175 / 1391
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 22
Rank #294 / 583
-Arhc Soktytx01 Trs LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #320 / 834
-3Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Copeland
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Tyler
80
Facility 80
TX AVG 80
Rank #473 / 988
No
30
Facility 30
TX AVG 41
Rank #929 / 1391
29
Facility 29
TX AVG 22
Rank #150 / 583
-Wg Copeland Sh LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #150 / 834
1-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
The Delaney at Georgetown Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Georgetown
97
Facility 97
TX AVG 80
Rank #383 / 988
Yes
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 41
Rank #1259 / 1391
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 22
Rank #390 / 583
A+Lcs Georgetown Propco LLC
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #403 / 834
-4Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Arabella of Longview Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Longview (East Hawkins Parkway)
92
Facility 92
TX AVG 80
Rank #410 / 988
Yes
37
Facility 37
TX AVG 41
Rank #808 / 1391
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 22
Rank #390 / 583
A+Quality Senior Housing Foundation Of East Texas, Inc.
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 834
--1 Bed / 2 Bed
Christian Care Communities and Services – Allen
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Allen
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 80
Rank #441 / 988
No
53
Facility 53
TX AVG 41
Rank #433 / 1391
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 22
Rank #445 / 583
-Allen Senior Care, LLC
17
Facility 17
TX AVG 6
Rank #796 / 834
116Studio / 1 bed
Rio Terra
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

New Braunfels (East Common Street)
75
Facility 75
TX AVG 80
Rank #496 / 988
No
19
Facility 19
TX AVG 41
Rank #1113 / 1391
25
Facility 25
TX AVG 22
Rank #194 / 583
A+Welltower Tcg Ridea Tenant, LLC
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #244 / 834
2-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Doliver of Tanglewood
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Houston (Westside)
74
Facility 74
TX AVG 80
Rank #505 / 988
Yes
55
Facility 55
TX AVG 41
Rank #387 / 1391
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 22
Rank #555 / 583
-Anthology Holdings, LLC
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #403 / 834
-41 Bed / 2 Bed
Woodhaven Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Conroe (Woodhaven Forest)
102
Facility 102
TX AVG 80
Rank #355 / 988
Yes
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 41
Rank #1317 / 1391
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 22
Rank #445 / 583
-Cpf Living Communities II - Woodhaven, LLC
10
Facility 10
TX AVG 6
Rank #700 / 834
-10Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Legacy Midtown Park
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Dallas (Vickery Meadow)
98
Facility 98
TX AVG 80
Rank #376 / 988
Yes
45
Facility 45
TX AVG 41
Rank #628 / 1391
5
Facility 5
TX AVG 22
Rank #529 / 583
-The Legacy Midtown Park, Inc.
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #150 / 834
1-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at The Triangle
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Austin (Brentwood)
98
Facility 98
TX AVG 80
Rank #376 / 988
No
84
Facility 84
TX AVG 41
Rank #22 / 1391
7
Facility 7
TX AVG 22
Rank #488 / 583
-Hsre Village At The Triangle Trs, LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #320 / 834
21Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The MonteVista at Coronado Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 80
Rank #487 / 988
No
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 41
Rank #1336 / 1391
29
Facility 29
TX AVG 22
Rank #150 / 583
A+Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 834
--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ventana by Buckner
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Dallas (Park Cities)
72
Facility 72
TX AVG 80
Rank #508 / 988
Yes
77
Facility 77
TX AVG 41
Rank #51 / 1391
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 22
Rank #514 / 583
-Buckner Senior Living, Inc.
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #244 / 834
22Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Lyndale Abilene Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Abilene (Far Southside)
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 80
Rank #210 / 988
No
12
Facility 12
TX AVG 41
Rank #1204 / 1391
28
Facility 28
TX AVG 22
Rank #162 / 583
A-6565 Central Park Blvd Opco LLC
30
Facility 30
TX AVG 6
Rank #829 / 834
426Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
Maravilla at the Domain
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Austin (North Burnet)
108
Facility 108
TX AVG 80
Rank #321 / 988
Yes
66
Facility 66
TX AVG 41
Rank #185 / 1391
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 22
Rank #514 / 583
-Sp Austin Opco LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #150 / 834
1-Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Wesleyan at Estrella
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Georgetown (Estrella Crossing)
104
Facility 104
TX AVG 80
Rank #347 / 988
Yes
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 41
Rank #1094 / 1391
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 22
Rank #323 / 583
-Wesleyan Homes, Inc.
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #320 / 834
-3Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Continuing Care at Eagle’s Trace
Eagle's Trace is a senior living community in Houston, Texas, offering a vibrant independent living lifestyle with the comfort of knowing additional care is available as needs change. Residents enjoy beautiful residences, exceptional amenities, and a friendly community atmosphere that feels like home. The community provides a supportive and engaging environment for older adults.

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Overview of Brazos Tower at Bayou Manor

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community campus in Houston’s Braeswood neighborhood, Brazos Tower at Bayou Manor provides nursing home care, assisted living, and memory care services within a nonprofit setting. The community is operated by Brazos Presbyterian Homes, Inc. and includes 33 skilled nursing beds. The facility does not accept Medicaid but does accept Medicare and private pay.

The facility holds a 5-star CMS overall rating. Its Health Inspection record is among the strongest in the state: 5 total citations over the past three years, ranking 6th out of 292 Texas SNFs, with a per-inspection citation rate of 1.67, compared with a Texas average of 3.67. None of those citations were critical or serious, and all five were moderate. Eight civil money penalties totaling $57,000 were assessed in 2023, roughly 29% below the Texas average for penalized facilities; no payment denials have been issued.

Staffing stands out. Nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 47 minutes per resident per day, and the staff-to-resident ratio of 2.86:1 is nearly double the Texas average of 1.48:1, a meaningful figure for residents with complex care needs. Occupancy is 80.2%, about 26 points above the state average, indicating consistent demand. The payer mix is 72% Medicare and 28% private pay, with a 26-day average Medicare stay, reflecting a short-term rehabilitation orientation.

Amenities include an indoor pool, wellness and fitness center, a bistro for casual gourmet dining, and a 180-seat event and performance center. The facility does not accept Medicaid.

Brazos Tower suits residents seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation or longer-term assisted living and memory care within a well-resourced, nonprofit CCRC campus in Houston’s Braeswood corridor.

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Overview of Crestview Retirement Community

Located in Bryan, Texas, Crestview Retirement Community is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community operated by Jesse Brannen. The 48-bed community offers independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation on one campus at 2505 E Villa Maria Road in Brazos County. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving residents access to multiple levels of care within the same community.

CMS rates Crestview with an overall 5-star designation, placing it 66% above the Texas average. Health Inspection drives that result in the facility scoring 73% above the state average in that category. An April 2023 inspection produced a single citation for a fire alarm and smoke detection system issue; no enforcement actions were taken. A clean compliance record by any measure.

Staffing is a strength. Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident per day, ranking Crestview 41st out of 289 Texas skilled nursing facilities and roughly 23% above the Texas average of 3 hours and 47 minutes. The facility maintains 24-hour staffing.

A rehabilitation team that includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, and a respiratory therapy technician supports short- and long-term residents. Dining centers on made-from-scratch cooking served in a formal dining room, with a Bistro for casual meals.

The facility’s occupancy rate is 94%, with 45 of 48 beds filled. It is well above Texas’s average of 63.5%, which signals consistent demand for the community’s model.

The continuum of care at Crestview, from independent living through memory support and skilled nursing, serves residents and families planning for multiple levels of care under one roof in the Bryan–College Station area.

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Overview of Longhorn Village

Longhorn Village is a skilled nursing facility in Austin, Texas, located in the Steiner Ranch area on Longhorn Parkway. The 60-bed community operates as part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). It is a nonprofit facility owned by Stacy Hibma and has been operating for 21 years. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Services include rehabilitation, respite care, memory care, and 24-hour staffing. CMS rates Longhorn Village at 5 stars overall, a perfect score across Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures. Nursing staffing averages 5 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, roughly 48% above the Texas average of 3 hours and 47 minutes, placing the facility 10th out of 289 Texas SNFs. Across four Health Inspections since 2024, the facility recorded seven citations, a rate of 1.75 per inspection, compared with the Texas average of 3.67, with no fines or enforcement actions. Three abuse/neglect citations issued in late 2024 were all corrected. Amenities include a fitness center, library, outdoor spaces, and salon services, as well as the Lifelong Learning program. With 82% of admissions covered by Medicare and an average length of stay of 64 days, the facility’s care model mainly focuses on short-term post-acute rehabilitation. The occupancy rate is 45%, well below the Texas average of 63.5%, which indicates current availability. Longhorn Village fits Medicare-covered patients seeking short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation in a well-staffed, nonprofit CCRC setting in northwest Austin, with immediate bed availability.

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Overview of Querencia at Barton Creek

Recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities in 2025, Querencia at Barton Creek combines independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing within one Austin campus. The nonprofit community, located on Barton Creek Boulevard, includes 42 skilled nursing beds and accepts Medicare and private pay, but not Medicaid. Querencia holds a 5-star CMS overall rating, the highest available, driven by top marks in Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures. Nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, about 27% above the Texas average, ranking the facility 26th among 289 Texas skilled nursing facilities. Weekend staffing averages 37% above the state benchmark. Occupancy stands at 94%, well above the Texas average of 63.5%, reflecting consistent local demand. Since 2022, the facility has received 16 health citations across 4 inspections, 38% fewer than the Texas average of 25.9. No fines have been reported in the past three years. A September 2025 inspection resulted in one serious Quality of Care citation, which has now been corrected. Residents have access to rehabilitation services, dining, health and wellness programming, clubs and social groups, and organized resident and family engagement through an active Resident Council. Querencia at Barton Creek’s continuum of care, above-average staffing, and short-term rehabilitation capacity fit residents seeking post-acute recovery or a planned transition across care levels in southwest Austin.

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Overview of The Village at Incarnate Word

The Village at Incarnate Word is a 60-bed nursing and rehabilitation community in San Antonio, Texas. It is operated by Incarnate Word Retirement Community, Inc., a voluntary nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. The facility offers nursing and rehabilitation, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. The facility holds a 5-star CMS overall rating, placing it among the top performers in the state. Across three inspections since 2023, the facility recorded 13 citations, roughly half the Texas average of 25.9, with zero critical or serious findings and no federal penalties in that period. Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 23 minutes per resident per day, 16% above the Texas average, with certified nurse aide staffing 36% above the state benchmark, ranking the facility 49th out of 289 Texas SNFs for total adjusted nursing hours. The occupancy rate is 91%, well above the Texas average of 63.5% and ranks 15th statewide, reflecting consistent local demand. The community has been voted the #1 Best Senior Living in San Antonio for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025 by San Antonio Express-News Readers’ Choice. Long-stay hospitalization and emergency department rates are among the clearest clinical signals for the facility. Hospitalizations are 1.02 per 1,000 resident days, 52% below the state average, and ED visits are 0.60 per 1,000 resident days, 71% below the state average. The campus includes a Spiritual Life program, an active resident council, and a CCRC structure spanning multiple levels of care. In-home care services are also available. The Village at Incarnate Word fits older adults seeking a nonprofit, faith-affiliated continuum of care in San Antonio, from short-term rehabilitation through long-term skilled nursing and memory care, within a community that maintains strong staffing and a low-acuity compliance record.

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Overview of Luxe Life Senior Living

Luxe Life Senior Living is a privately owned 34-bed nursing home in Katy, Texas, operated by Ignite Medical Resort Katy LLC. Located in Harris County, the facility provides skilled nursing, memory care, and respite care services and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

CMS rates the facility 4 stars overall, 33% above the Texas average, driven largely by a strong Health Inspection record. Across 5 inspections over the past seven years, the facility recorded 22 citations, roughly in line with the state per-inspection average. The most recent standard inspection, in November 2025, reflects that standing. One area warrants attention: CMS has recorded five federal civil money penalties in the past three years, totaling approximately $22,000, 141% above the Texas average for fines, but the individual amounts are modest.

Staffing is below par. Nurse staffing averages 2 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, compared with a Texas average of 3 hours and 47 minutes, placing the facility 272nd out of 289 Texas nursing homes on that measure. Weekend coverage is better, averaging 3 hours and 15 minutes per day versus a state average of 2 hours and 58 minutes. However, the total nursing hours are a gap for residents with higher-acuity needs.

The facility is built around a hospitality-forward model, with a spa, upscale lounges, an exercise and wellness center, and landscaped courtyards with walking paths. 24-hour staffing option rounds out the care structure. Occupancy is 63.5%, below the Texas average, indicating current availability.

Luxe Life Senior Living fits residents seeking a short-term post-acute stay or memory care placement in a higher-amenity environment, where inspection performance and quality measures matter more than the volume of nursing hours.

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Overview of Coryell County Memorial Hospital Authority
Coryell Health is a community-owned healthcare organization located in Gatesville, Texas. It offers a wide range of health services including a licensed hospital, emergency medical services, outpatient physical therapy, skilled nursing facility, and assisted and independent living apartments. Coryell Health is committed to patient-focused care with the latest medical technology.

Contact Coryell County Memorial Hospital Authority

Overview of The Village at Gleannloch Farms
The Village at Gleannloch Farms is a Life Plan Community in Spring, TX, offering a variety of residential options and a full continuum of care. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with access to independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. The community features resort-inspired amenities and a vibrant calendar of activities.

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Overview of Denton Village by Purehealth
Denton Village is a senior living community located in Denton, Texas. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. The facility provides a supportive environment with various amenities and a focus on health and wellness.

Contact Denton Village by Purehealth

Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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 Independent Living in Texas

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 410 independent living communities in Texas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Texas?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Texas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Texas?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.