Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate

Overview of Morningside Ministries at the Chandler Estate

Part of the Morningside Ministries family of communities, Morningside Ministries at the Chandler Estate is an independent living community in San Antonio’s Monte Vista neighborhood for residents age 62 and older. The community centers its approach on care, compassion, and respect for the seniors who live there.

Residents can choose from villa-style homes in three distinct residences: the French Residence, the Howard Residence, and the Legacy House. Daily life includes recreational activities, dining services, a full-service salon, an art studio, and outdoor spaces. These amenities give residents opportunities to stay active and social as they stay independent.

The community is about 1.8 miles from downtown San Antonio and less than a mile from Methodist Hospital Metropolitan. The area has a Walk Score of 79 out of 100, which is very walkable. Many everyday errands can be completed on foot.

Families considering an independent living community in San Antonio will find villa-style housing in a walkable neighborhood close to hospital care. This combination can appeal to residents who want an independent lifestyle with nearby everyday conveniences.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 79 / 100 Rank #38 / 1389Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 1389 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Antonio's city center to Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.73 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospital Metropolitan)

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Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate is located in San Antonio, 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 Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate

What neighborhood is Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate in?

Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate is in the Monte Vista neighborhood.

Is Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate in a walkable area?

Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate?

No, Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate?

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What is the address of Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate?

Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate is located at 1502 Howard St, San Antonio, TX 78212.

What is the phone number of Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate?

(210) 580-2555 will put you in contact with the team at Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate.

Does Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Morningside Ministries at The Chandler Estate is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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