FirstLight Home Care of Austin
Home Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

FirstLight Home Care of Austin

Home Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

Overview of FirstLight Home Care of Austin

FirstLight Home Care of Austin provides home care, memory care, and respite care in Austin, TX. Its services include personal care, companion care, dementia care, veteran care, and specialty care for seniors and adults.

Personal and companion care support daily routines and companionship in a private home, while dementia care supports adults who need supervision related to cognitive impairment. Respite care provides short-term support for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover, making FirstLight Home Care of Austin a possible fit for households that need temporary relief.

Care coverage is available day and night through 24-hour staffing. Located in the Westlake Park neighborhood, the provider has a Walk Score of 46, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so someone who no longer drives would generally need transportation for routine outings. A pool, religious services, and rehabilitation services are available, and veteran care gives eligible veterans a dedicated service option within the care offerings.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
7 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
46 / 100

About this community

License Details

License Number19170
State License Types19170

Awards

2025 Best of Home Care- Provider of Choice Award

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

4 services
Respite Care
Home Care
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCare Services, Senior Care, Personal Care, Companion Care, Veteran Care, Specialty Care

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Semi-Private / Shared Room

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Managed by Michelle Scruggs

Co-Owner and Administrator for FirstLight Home Care of Austin

Michelle Scruggs is Co-Owner and Administrator for FirstLight Home Care of Austin. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Cleveland State University. Michelle’s experience as a primary caregiver for her mother inspired her compassionate approach to senior care. She oversees the FirstLight Caregiver Training curricula to ensure caregivers are well-equipped to provide quality care to clients.

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Texas

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is located in Austin, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about FirstLight Home Care of Austin

What neighborhood is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin is in the Westlake Park neighborhood of Austin.

Is FirstLight Home Care of Austin in a walkable area?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin has a walk score of 46. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin's license number is 19170.

How long has FirstLight Home Care of Austin been in business?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

No, FirstLight Home Care of Austin has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of FirstLight Home Care of Austin?

Yes — there is 1 photo of FirstLight Home Care of Austin in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does FirstLight Home Care of Austin provide?

FirstLight Home Care of Austin offers Home Care, Memory Care & Respite Care.

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