Brookdale San Marcos South
Nursing Home · Texas, TX

Brookdale San Marcos South

Nursing Home · Texas, TX

Overview of Brookdale San Marcos South

Brookdale San Marcos South is a senior living community in San Marcos, Texas, offering assisted living for seniors. The community provides a warm and inviting environment with a variety of activities and support services. Residents can enjoy personalized care plans and a range of amenities designed to enhance their quality of life.
(512) 396-8271
Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
CountyHays

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale San Marcos South is legally operated by Esc Iii Lp.

Owner NameEsc III LP

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesA variety of life-enriching events and activities are offered.

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,920 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining includes healthy and delicious meals tailored to residents' preferences.

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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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% below)
• Life safety citations (67% 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. 26 This facility has 67% fewer total citations than a typical Texas nursing home (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 26 This facility has 67% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas nursing home (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% 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. 11 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Texas average (1 vs. TX avg 1).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

BROOKDALE SAN MARCOS SOUTH underwent its most recent comprehensive inspection on January 25, 2023, resulting in a total of 4 violations of state standards. The deficiencies cited were primarily related to Life Safety Code requirements, with no Health Code violations listed. Specifically, the facility was found to have inadequate lighting levels and failed to comply with Chapter 33 regulations for existing residential board and care occupancies. Additionally, the staff or attendant area did not meet licensing standards, and a commercial range hood and exhaust system were not properly maintained. The facility had previously corrected these issues between January 23, 2020, and March 31, 2020. No enforcement actions were found in relation to this inspection.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale San Marcos South

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Texas

Brookdale San Marcos South is located in SAN MARCOS, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale San Marcos South

Who is the owner of Brookdale San Marcos South?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale San Marcos South is Esc Iii Lp.

Is Brookdale San Marcos South in a walkable area?

Brookdale San Marcos South has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Brookdale San Marcos South have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale San Marcos South on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale San Marcos South have?

Brookdale San Marcos South has 60 beds.

Has Brookdale San Marcos South had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Brookdale San Marcos South has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Brookdale San Marcos South?

Yes — there are 15 photos of Brookdale San Marcos South in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brookdale San Marcos South?

Brookdale San Marcos South is located at 1401 WONDER WORLD DR.

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