Brookdale San Marcos North
Brookdale San Marcos North is a senior living community in San Marcos, Texas, providing assisted living and memory support. Managed by HCP Inc. through S-H Thirty-Five Opco-San Marcos, LLC in Hays County, as part of the Brookdale Senior Living network, this licensed Type B community has a 12-bed capacity, fostering a more intimate atmosphere compared to large institutional locations. For families searching for tailored care in the San Marcos area, the limited capacity of the community can lead to higher levels of personal interaction between staff and residents.
The most recent evaluation in January 2024 concluded with three findings. All were categorized as Life Safety Code concerns, and no Health Code deficiencies were cited. These specific issues concerned the locking hardware on exit doors and the lack of a yearly fire marshal review. While similar concerns were identified in 2019 and resolved by early 2020, the 2024 report suggests they have reappeared. Additionally, no regulatory penalties were issued, and the count of three citations stays under the Texas state average of six.
24-hour staffing is provided along with Alzheimer’s certification, short-term stays, and the specialized Clare Bridge memory support curriculum. A gym, transit assistance, a library, concierge help, and a hair salon are also available, along with a courtyard, a greenhouse for gardening, a private dining area, a game room with billiards, strolling paths, guest quarters, and a business center. Pets are also allowed, and the culinary staff prepares meals based on the personal tastes of the older adults.
With a 12-bed capacity, Brookdale San Marcos North is ideal for those seeking a smaller and more private care setting with access to a wide variety of amenities. Its smaller scale, along with the presence of the Clare Bridge program, also allows for deeper connections between the team and the residents, which is often a major factor for families making choices about memory support. Additionally, its costs are reasonable compared to larger urban centers.
About this community
Brookdale San Marcos North is legally operated by Hcp Inc.
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
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.
Since 2024 vs. Texas state average
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Life safety citations (50% below)
• Citations per year (50% below)
Citations
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Total citations
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3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 50% better |
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Life safety citations
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3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per year
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1.5 | 3 | This facility has 50% fewer citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1.5 vs. TX avg 3).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
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Inspections with citations
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1 | 1 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- January 12, 2024 inspection cited 3 deficiencies involving locking devices on control and exit doors and failure to conduct the annual fire marshal inspection.
- Life safety code violations from 2019 were fully corrected by January 2020.
- Deficiencies focus on fire safety equipment compliance and inspection documentation, with no complaints reported.
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Pets Allowed
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Assisted Living in Texas
Brookdale San Marcos North is located in SAN MARCOS, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale San Marcos North
Who is the owner of Brookdale San Marcos North?
Brookdale San Marcos North is legally operated by Hcp Inc.
Is Brookdale San Marcos North in a walkable area?
Brookdale San Marcos North has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Brookdale San Marcos North have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale San Marcos North on this page.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale San Marcos North?
Yes, Brookdale San Marcos North allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Brookdale San Marcos North have?
Brookdale San Marcos North has 12 beds.
Has Brookdale San Marcos North had any citations?
Brookdale San Marcos North has had 3 reported citations since 2024 according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of Brookdale San Marcos North?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Brookdale San Marcos North in the photo gallery on this page.
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