Page 4 of Best Retirement Homes in Houston, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 34 retirement homes communities in Houston, TX using TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank retirement homes in TX
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Avg Walk Score: 68/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Houston, 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: 97The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Houston, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving. RH (Retirement Homes):
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.
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.
Brookdale West University
RH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Houston
-Yes
73
Facility 73
TX AVG 42
Rank #88 / 1,232
48
Facility 48
TX AVG 19
Rank #19 / 517
A+----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bedford Residence Assisted Living
RH
AL
MC
PC
RC
Houston (Brays Oaks)
15
Facility 15
TX AVG 73
Rank #759 / 874
Yes
47
Facility 47
TX AVG 42
Rank #531 / 1,232
--Compassionate Care Senior Living LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #220 / 839
13Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Treemont Health Care Center
RH
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Houston (Mid West)
70
Facility 70
TX AVG 73
Rank #402 / 874
No
58
Facility 58
TX AVG 42
Rank #300 / 1,232
--Treemont Care, LLC
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 6
Rank #664 / 839
92-
Good Living Community Care Inc.
RH
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Houston (Mid West)
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 73
Rank #682 / 874
Yes
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 42
Rank #11 / 1,232
--Good Living Community Care, Inc
18
Facility 18
TX AVG 6
Rank #769 / 839
108-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every TX community we track that reports that metric, not just the 34 analyzed for Houston. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Brookdale West University

Situated in Houston, TX, Brookdale West University offers carefree independent living for seniors looking to embrace a worry-free lifestyle. Choose from a variety of pet-friendly floor plans, including spacious one and two-bedroom apartments, where basic utilities and maintenance are included. Enjoy more time pursuing passions like learning Spanish or exploring art in our dedicated studio, with emergency support available round-the-clock. Whether socializing over coffee, taking a dip in the pool, or joining game nights and live music events, our community fosters a fulfilling social calendar tailored to diverse interests.

Brookdale West University is committed to enhancing your independence with a focus on enriching your daily life. From fitness facilities to a putting green, our amenities ensure a luxurious yet convenient lifestyle. Join a community recognized for excellence in independent living, where you can rediscover old hobbies and forge meaningful connections in a welcoming environment.

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Overview of Bedford Residence Assisted Living

The community has snagged the 2019 and 2020 Best Members Care Facility in Houston. Its affordable community is nestled in a neighborhood that is 20 minutes away from downtown Houston. Many families also trust Bedford Residence Assisted Living because most of what their loved ones provide are found in the facility. The community incorporates a senior wellness program that ensures residents receive holistic wellness to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. At Bedford Residence Assisted Living, it’s not just about accessibility anymore, it’s also about connecting– with the people, with the place, and with the community as a whole.

Bedford Residence ensures that their residents, indeed of assistance with daily living, are still able to live independently. A few of their all-inclusive amenities and services include a private and semi-private rooms, dining room, medication management, respite care, bathing and grooming assistance– among others that help live a stress-free experience at Bedford. With activities that include exercise and nature walks, board games, arts and crafts, social events, and Church visits. 

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Overview of Treemont Health Care Center

Treemont Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 2501 Westerland Drive in the Mid West area of Houston, Texas. Owned and operated by Treemont Care, LLC, the facility provides short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.

The 54-bed center operates at an occupancy rate of approximately 51 percent, with an average length of stay of 161 days. Clinical operations combine registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, and nurse aide coverage to deliver an average of 4 hours and 51 minutes of direct nursing care per resident daily.

The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay options. Holding a walk score of 58, the immediate neighborhood is moderately walkable, meaning a few errands can be managed on foot while others require a vehicle. For acute medical services, the community is located about a third of a mile from the nearest hospital center.

Prospective families and healthcare representatives can contact the Westerland Drive administrative office directly to confirm current bed openings, verify admission criteria, or coordinate a property tour.

Contact Treemont Health Care Center

Good Living Community Care Inc.

5715 & 5719 Dolores Street, 5719 Dolores St, Houston, TX 77057
Overview of Good Living Community Care

Creating an environment that empowers residents to pursue the things they love, Good Living Community Care Inc. is a remarkable senior living community in Harris County, Houston, TX, offering nursing care, memory care, and assisted living. The community features a home-like environment supported by a professional management team and well-experienced care team that provides 24-hour supervision and assistance. Residents are empowered to live comfortably with the help of services like personal care assistance, meal preparation, medication management, and more.

Committed to keeping residents engaged, interested, and active as much as possible, the community conducts an array of social and recreational activities, including fitness activities, professional entertainment, community trips, recreational activities, and more. Housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are provided to make residents’ daily life more convenient and simple. The community provides a nutritionist that works with residents to create a dietary plan that matches their needs and preferences.

Contact Good Living Community Care Inc.

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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.

  • Includes
  • 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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