Emerald Cottages McKinney
Independent Living · Mckinney, TX

Emerald Cottages McKinney

Independent Living · Mckinney, TX

Overview of Emerald Cottages McKinney

Emerald Cottages McKinney is an independent living community in McKinney, Texas, offering private homes alongside community services rather than daily care. It may suit someone who manages their own daily care needs and wants cottage-style living.

Each cottage has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a layout that can work well for a resident moving in with a companion. Maintenance-free living means residents do not need to handle routine property upkeep, while an oversized attached garage provides dedicated space for a vehicle or storage. Pets are allowed, and social activities give residents opportunities to join organized community activities. Ashley Bertrand serves as the director.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #374 / 404Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 374th out of 404 independent living communities we track in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
8 / 100

About This Community

Additional Services

2 services
Landscaping
Transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Oversized Attached Garage
Raised Ceiling In Living Area
Private Front Entry and Covered Porch
Professionally Maintained Yard
Touring HoursMon-Fri 10:00am - 3:00pm

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Cottage / Villa
In-Room Features
Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Energy-Efficient Kitchen Appliances Including Refrigerator Zero-Threshold Walk-In Shower In Master Bath Large Walk-In Closets And Additional Storage Areas Ceiling Fans In Bedrooms

Contact Emerald Cottages McKinney

Managed by Ashley Bertrand

Stonebridge Community Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Emerald Cottages McKinney

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mckinney's city center to Emerald Cottages McKinney's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.49 miles to nearest hospital (Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney)

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Compare Independent Living around Mckinney

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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 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.
Touchmark at Emerald Lake
IL
AL
MC
Mckinney
150
Facility 150
TX AVG 94
Rank #23 / 230
Yes
27
Facility 27
TX AVG 43
Rank #299 / 404
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 20
Rank #147 / 152
Touchmark At Emerald Lake, LLC
10
Facility 10
TX AVG 8
Rank #176 / 219
10Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hidden Springs of McKinney
IL
AL
MC
Mckinney
78
Facility 78
TX AVG 94
Rank #130 / 230
Yes
27
Facility 27
TX AVG 43
Rank #299 / 404
-Hidden Spring Opco Ltd
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 8
Rank #1 / 219
-1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bell Tower Reserve Adriatica
IL
Mckinney (Adriatica Village)-Yes
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 43
Rank #93 / 404
----1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pioneer Ridge Gracious Retirement Living
IL
Mckinney-Yes
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 43
Rank #93 / 404
----Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Emerald Cottages McKinney
IL
Mckinney-Yes
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 43
Rank #374 / 404
----2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other TX independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial assistance

Programs that may help with care and living costs in Texas

Emerald Cottages McKinney is in McKinney, Texas. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
Income limit
effective March 1 2026 · Individual QMB maximum $1,330 per month; SLMB range $1,330.01 to less than $1,596; QI-1 range $1,596 to less than $1,796; These published bases exclude the $20 general income disregard; couple and spousal-deeming rules differ.
Asset limit
2026 · Countable resources up to $9,950 individual or $14,910 couple for QMB SLMB and QI-1; exclusions apply.

Eligibility

General
Texas applicant entitled to Medicare Part A or enrolled in qualifying Part B-ID coverage and meeting applicable MSP criteria.
TX specifics
QI-1 is unavailable with other Medicaid-funded coverage; Part B-ID applicants have special limited-benefit rules.

What it provides

  • QMB pays qualifying Medicare premiums deductibles and coinsurance; SLMB and QI-1 pay Part B or B-ID premiums only.
Energy assistance

Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Who it is for
Low-income Texas households that need help with utility bills

Eligibility

General
Qualifying low-income Texas households apply through local Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program providers.
TX specifics
Texas LIHEAP utility assistance operates through CEAP.

What it provides

  • Utility assistance through CEAP.
Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Who it is for
Texas homeowners 65+, or qualifying disabled homeowners, living in their homestead

Eligibility

General
Residence-homestead owner age 65 or older who uses the property as a principal residence; qualifying disabled homeowners and certain surviving spouses have related provisions.
TX specifics
School districts must provide an additional $60,000 age-65-or-disabled residence-homestead exemption; Local-option exemptions and tax-ceiling rules are separate.

What it provides

  • Reduction in taxable residence-homestead value (additional $60,000 school-district exemption for age 65 or qualifying disability); actual tax savings vary.
In-home support

Texas Community Care Services (CCAD)

Texas Community Care for the Aged and Disabled / Community Care Services

Who it is for
Texans who need community-care services assessed under the HHS Community Care handbook

Eligibility

General
Texas Community Care for the Aged and Disabled is an umbrella for community-care services with service-specific eligibility.
TX specifics
Individual services are administered under the Community Care Services Eligibility Handbook.

What it provides

  • Community care services depend on the specific program and assessed need.
In-home & community support

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Who it is for
People 60+ in Texas and their family members and caregivers
Income limit
Services prioritize greatest economic and social need.

Eligibility

General
Texas Area Agencies on Aging help people age 60 or older and their family members and caregivers.
TX specifics
Texas has 28 Area Agencies on Aging; assistance and services are obtained through the local agency.

What it provides

  • Information and referrals; benefits counseling and legal assistance; care coordination; caregiver support; in-home support; nutrition and ombudsman services.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia
Income limit
Federal program prioritizes greatest economic and social need.

Eligibility

General
Texas AAA caregiver support serves eligible caregivers of older adults; particular service eligibility follows the relevant program and assessment.
TX specifics
Available through the 28 Area Agencies on Aging with priority to greatest economic and social need.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information assistance and support; respite and other services depend on local availability and assessment.
Cash support · veterans

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

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
Countable income must be below the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR); the rate depends on dependents and benefit category; Qualifying unreimbursed medical expenses may reduce countable income.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1 2025 through November 30 2026; net worth includes countable assets and annual income under VA rules.

Eligibility

General
Additional pension benefits for qualifying Veterans or survivors who satisfy VA pension eligibility and the medical requirements for Aid and Attendance or Housebound status; being an older veteran or spouse alone does not qualify.
TX specifics
This is a federal VA benefit rather than a state-specific grant; Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • Increased monthly VA pension based on the applicable MAPR less countable income.
Health coverage and long-term care support

STAR+PLUS and STAR+PLUS HCBS

Texas STAR+PLUS and STAR+PLUS HCBS

Who it is for
Texas Medicaid members, mainly adults 65+ or with disabilities, who need long-term services and supports

Eligibility

General
Texas Medicaid applicants or members who meet a STAR+PLUS eligibility pathway; the program principally serves adults with disabilities and adults age 65 or older. STAR+PLUS HCBS requires a separate assessment for nursing-facility-level needs.
TX specifics
Health plans and participating providers depend on the service area. Assisted living and adult foster care are additional HCBS services for approved enrollees; members remain responsible for room and board and any assessed copayment.

What it provides

  • STAR+PLUS provides Medicaid health coverage and authorized long-term services and supports.
  • Approved STAR+PLUS HCBS plans may include personal assistance or assisted living services.
  • Other assessed HCBS benefits include respite and nursing services and home modifications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Cottages McKinney

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Emerald Cottages McKinney in a walkable area?
Emerald Cottages McKinney has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
02 Are pets allowed at Emerald Cottages McKinney?
Yes, Emerald Cottages McKinney allows residents to bring their pets.
03 Are there photos of Emerald Cottages McKinney?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Emerald Cottages McKinney in the photo gallery on this page.
04 What levels of care does Emerald Cottages McKinney provide?
Emerald Cottages McKinney offers Independent Living.
05 What is the address of Emerald Cottages McKinney?
Emerald Cottages McKinney is located at 2551 Alma Rd, Mckinney, TX 75072.
06 What is the phone number of Emerald Cottages McKinney?
(972) 540-1600 will put you in contact with the team at Emerald Cottages McKinney.
07 Does Emerald Cottages McKinney provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — Emerald Cottages McKinney is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.