Overview of Brookdale Watauga

Nestled in Watauga, Texas, near Fort Worth, Brookdale Watauga is an assisted living retirement community designed to help seniors with personal needs like bathing or dressing, allowing them to spend the rest of their day doing what they want without a care in the world. The community connects residents with others who share similar interests and life experiences, enabling them to enjoy a social and active lifestyle. When residents need quiet time, they can retreat to the comfort of their private apartments in the charming one-story building, surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.

At Brookdale Watauga, residents can maintain their independent lifestyle while receiving assistance with care needs like medication management, bathing, and dressing. The community’s exciting events calendar offers a constantly changing array of activities, from happy hour socials and dance classes to fitness programs, art workshops, and group excursions. The dining program provides memorable experiences with healthy, delicious meals, catering to residents’ unique dietary needs and preferences.

Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #676 / 988Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 676th out of 988 homes in Texas. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Texas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #269 / 1391Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 269th out of 1391 homes in Texas. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationJanuary 11, 2026 Expired
CountyTarrant
License Number145651

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Watauga is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administered by Arin Burrell-Duru.

OwnerBROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES, INC
Ownership TypeFOR-PROFIT CORPORATION

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Leadership

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Whirlpool
Community Kitchen
Meeting Rooms
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include gardening, trivia nights, and social events
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,660 per month

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 1 inspection

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.

Since 2021 vs. Texas state average
Overall vs. TX average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Health citations (at TX avg)
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (67% below)
• Citations per year (67% below)
Latest Inspection August 20, 2021 Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.

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

This Facility TX Average vs. TX Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2 6 This facility has 67% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better
Health citations Info Citations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 2 2 This facility has health citations in line with the Texas average (2 vs. TX avg 2).— At avg
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.4 1.2 This facility has 67% fewer citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (0.4 vs. TX avg 1.2).↓ 67% better

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

This Facility TX Average vs. TX Avg
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1 1 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.

  • August 20, 2021 inspection cited two deficiencies for failure to search the NAR and EMR annually and improper food procurement or handling.
  • No Life Safety Code violations or enforcement actions were found during the August 20, 2021 inspection.
  • No complaints were reported or substantiated in the August 20, 2021 inspection record.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 337 / 589 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Watauga

Places of interest near Brookdale Watauga

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Watauga's city center to Brookdale Watauga's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 10.07 miles to nearest hospital (Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine)

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Compare Assisted Living around Fort Worth

The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

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TX AVG 80
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- Ec Opco Arlington LLC
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 6
Rank #644 / 834
4 4 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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AL
NH
HC
MC
Fort Worth
105
Facility 105
TX AVG 80
Rank #341 / 988
Yes
53
Facility 53
TX AVG 41
Rank #433 / 1391
45
Facility 45
TX AVG 22
Rank #106 / 583
A- Ms. Fort Worth Sh LLC
14
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TX AVG 6
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AL
MC
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95
Facility 95
TX AVG 80
Rank #395 / 988
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26
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TX AVG 41
Rank #1005 / 1391
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 22
Rank #445 / 583
- 3424 Interstate W20 Opco LLC
21
Facility 21
TX AVG 6
Rank #818 / 834
8 13 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bristol Park at Eagle Mountain
AL
MC
Fort Worth (Eagle Ranch)
95
Facility 95
TX AVG 80
Rank #395 / 988
No
38
Facility 38
TX AVG 41
Rank #784 / 1391
10
Facility 10
TX AVG 22
Rank #421 / 583
- 3141 Dalhart Drive Opco LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #150 / 834
1 - 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Watauga
AL
Watauga
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 80
Rank #676 / 988
No
61
Facility 61
TX AVG 41
Rank #269 / 1391
- - Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 6
Rank #244 / 834
2 - Studio / 1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas

Brookdale Watauga is located in Watauga, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Watauga

Who is the owner of Brookdale Watauga?

Brookdale Watauga is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administered by Arin Burrell-Duru.

Is Brookdale Watauga in a walkable area?

Brookdale Watauga has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Watauga?

According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Watauga's license number is 145651.

When does Brookdale Watauga's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Brookdale Watauga's license expires on January 11, 2026.

Does Brookdale Watauga have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Watauga on this page.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Watauga?

Arin Burrell-Duru is the administrator of Brookdale Watauga.

How many beds does Brookdale Watauga have?

Brookdale Watauga has 50 beds.

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