Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch
Home Care & Respite Care · Austin

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch

Home Care & Respite Care · Austin

Overview of Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch

Brookdale at Home Austin, located in Austin, TX, is a promising home care provider, offering comprehensive in-home care services including Companion care, Personal Care, and Respite Care. Seniors here can enjoy the comfort of receiving attentive support from caregivers who have undergone thorough background checks, specialized training, and a thoughtful onboarding process. This ensures peace of mind knowing that their well-being is in capable hands.

Focused on providing exceptional service, Brookdale at Home Austin’s caregivers excel in non-medical tasks such as light meal preparation, grocery shopping, assistance with bathing and dressing, and pet care. At Brookdale at Home Austin, reliability and experience are paramount, ensuring seniors receive the highest standard of care right in their own homes.

(512) 721-3131
Bed community size
58-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType A
StatusLicensed
CountyTravis
License Number012567

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch is legally operated by Bkd Gaines Ranch Llc.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCompanion Care, Personal Care

Types of Care at Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch

Home Care Respite Care

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Inspection History

In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Texas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. TX average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% below)
• Health citations (50% below)
• Life safety citations (50% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% better
Health citations Info Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 12 This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 36 This facility has 50% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 50% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityTX Averagevs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 21 This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Texas

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch 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

Places of interest near Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch

Address 6.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Austin's city center to Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.11 miles to nearest hospital (Integral Care Administration Building)

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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.

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.

Austin (Oak Hill)58No 26 48A+Bkd Gaines Ranch LLC413-
Brookdale at Home® Austin
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).

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.

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.

Austin (Treemont)36No 45 --Fort Austin Limited Partnership----

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch

What neighborhood is Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch in?

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch is in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Austin.

Who is the owner of Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch is Bkd Gaines Ranch Llc.

Is Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch in a walkable area?

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch have?

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch has 58 beds.

Has Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.

What is the phone number of Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch?

(512) 721-3131 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch.

What county is Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch located in?

Brookdale at Home® Austin Gaines Ranch is in Travis County.

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