Best Senior Care in Texas

Overview of Methodist Retirement Communities – Creekside Retirement Community

Methodist Retirement Communities – Creekside Retirement Community is a nonprofit nursing home in Huntsville, Texas, operated by Methodist Retirement Communities. The 56-bed facility serves older adults across Walker County and provides assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Creekside holds a 5-star overall CMS rating, placing it 66% above the Texas average across all four CMS sub-categories. Staffing is the facility’s most defining strength. Nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day, ranking the facility 12th among 289 Texas skilled nursing facilities and approximately 45% above the state average of 3 hours and 47 minutes. Weekend nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 24 minutes per resident per day, 48% above the Texas norm, which means the gap between weekday and weekend staffing is narrow relative to most Texas peers.

One inspection appears on record. A June 2023 visit resulted in nine citations, all related to Life Safety Code issues, such as fire alarm documentation, lighting compliance, and NFPA 101 standards. No Health Code deficiencies were cited, and no enforcement actions followed. The facility’s occupancy rate is 84.4%, well above the Texas average of 63.5%, and its average length of stay is 69 days.

The community holds Alzheimer’s certification and provides 24-hour staffing. Pets are permitted on-site.

Creekside is best suited for residents who prioritize high nursing coverage and dementia-capable care in a mid-sized, faith-affiliated community — including those in memory support or transitioning from a hospital stay into short-term rehabilitation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Overview of The Village at Heritage Oaks – Alf

Operated by Corsicana III Enterprises, The Village at Heritage Oaks is a nursing home in Corsicana, Texas, and is owned by Ronald R. The 107-bed facility currently serves 58 residents. Its location on West 2nd Avenue has a Walk Score of 70. The walkable neighborhood can be easily visited by family members who are nearby.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options to arrange care. Residents stay an average of about 119 days. The population includes both post-acute rehabilitation residents and those who remain longer.

Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 21 minutes per resident. Residents are supported by registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses, who make up the staffing team. Staff support residents throughout the day through clinical care and hands-on assistance.

Rehabilitation services and respite care are available. Licensed clinical staff conduct health assessments and monitor wellness constantly. Residents get assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming when needed. The facility also coordinates communication with physicians and outside providers. There are emergency call boxes and pull cords installed in the rooms, so residents can get prompt access to help.

Residents are served with chef-prepared gourmet meals daily as part of the dining program because nutrition is an important part of daily life within the community. Other amenities include cable television, beauty and barber services, laundry, housekeeping, and transportation when needed. Clinical services are available on site, and routine cleaning follows CDC standards.

An inspection completed in April 2024 identified concerns involving life safety code compliance and kitchen exhaust installation. Those issues were corrected quickly, and no additional violations were noted afterward. The facility has been responsive to regulatory requirements and resident care standards.

Overview of Simpson Place

Operated by Pf Sp Alf Ops Ii, LLC under owner Sp Alf Ops Co, Simpson Place is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Dallas. The home is on Simpson Street, a highly walkable area with a Walk Score of 81. Families can easily visit here.

The community is designed for short-term post-acute care and rehabilitation stays, with residents staying an average of 62 days. Families can pay through Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. The 50-bed facility currently serves 42 residents, reflecting an occupancy rate of 84%.

Rehabilitation services are at the center of the community’s care model. Short-term rehabilitation, respite care, and 24-hour staffing are all available. Total nurse staffing averages under 4 hours per resident each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and LPNs make up the care team. The care structure supports therapy goals and recovery needs while reflecting the home’s focus on post-hospital rehabilitation rather than longer-term residential care.

Over time, inspection findings have involved the home’s compliance with medication management and building systems. Families considering the community should ask how these areas are managed and what practices are in place.

Residents receive three chef-prepared meal options daily, made with fresh ingredients. Coordinated transportation, routine nursing evaluations, monthly blood pressure monitoring, and laundry services are also available on-site. Other amenities include life-enrichment activities, social gatherings, and exercise programs. The facility’s walkable location can benefit families visiting from other parts of Dallas.

Overview of Le Reve Memory Care

Owned by Mark Noel and operated by Le Reve Memory Care LLC, Le Reve Memory Care is a nursing facility on Dilido Road in Dallas, Texas. The 40-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with coverage options for short-term rehabilitation and ongoing skilled care.

Short-term rehabilitation is the primary focus of the facility. Residents are supported by a dedicated nursing staff throughout their stay. Total nurse staffing averages 2 hours and 53 minutes per resident daily. Registered nurses provide 24 minutes of daily care. Nurse aides contribute 1 hour and 54 minutes, while licensed practical nurses and vocational nurses add another 38 minutes per resident. Supporting recovery and daily care needs, the staffing structure provides nursing oversight and hands-on assistance.

Residents stay an average of 150 days due to the mix of post-acute rehabilitation population, short-term recovery cases, and some residents under ongoing skilled care. The facility’s location has a Walk Score of 48. A few nearby services are within walking distance, but most trips require driving.

Overview of Coryell County Memorial Hospital Authority

Operated by owner Kara Cox, Coryell County Memorial Hospital Authority is a nursing facility in Gatesville, Texas, with 70 beds. The home serves residents who need skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. Most stay an average of approximately 415 days, including short-term post-acute patients and those requiring longer-term care. The facility’s occupancy rate is 95%.

Cardiac rehabilitation, orthopedic care, pain management, and dialysis are available on site. The facility also provides diagnostic imaging and wound care services. Residents who need oncology or infectious disease management can access coordinated clinical support. These services support the facility’s focus on complex medical care and rehabilitation needs.

Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 33 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses provide 13 minutes of daily care, while nurse aides contribute approximately 2 hours of direct support. Supporting residents with daily care needs and medication management, the staffing team provides hands-on assistance throughout the facility.

The facility’s location on West Main Street has a Walk Score of 59. Some errands can be reached while walking, but other trips require driving. In this setting, family members can visit and conveniently spend time in the community.

Recent state inspections have shown a pattern of maintaining standards with minimal deficiency citations. No Life Safety Code violations or enforcement actions have been recorded.