Shavano Park Senior Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Bexar County, TX

Shavano Park Senior Living

Memory Care & Assisted Living · Bexar County, TX

Overview of Shavano Park Senior Living

Conveniently settled in Bexar County, Shavano Park, TX, Shavano Park Senior Living is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community offers a diverse range of floor plans that cater to seniors’ varying needs and lifestyle. Residents can focus on living a vibrant lifestyle with daily living assistance and round-the-clock access to a licensed nursing team, ensuring attentive monitoring of their healthcare requirements.

At Shavano Park Senior Living, residents enjoy the companionship of fellow residents, encouraging a warm and friendly environment that fosters independence and improves self-esteem. A wide array of social and leisure activities offer plenty of opportunities for staying active and engaged. Three delicious meals a day, with a choice of dining options, provides an exquisite dining experience that help residents stay nourished and energized.

(210) 492-4040

Managed by Heather Vrana

Executive Director

24 years of experience

Heather Vrana has 24 years of senior living experience, serving as Executive Director since 2008. She holds a Bachelors and Masters in Human Services Administration from LSU Shreveport and is a Certified Assisted Living Manager and Dementia Practitioner. Heather was recognized as Best Senior Living Administrator in San Antonio in 2021 and 2022. She is dedicated to high-quality care, especially dementia care, ensuring residents and families feel connected and informed.

Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationJanuary 27, 2028
CountyBexar
License Number148783
Year Opened1/21/2016

Ownership & Operating Entity

Shavano Park Senior Living is legally operated by Meridian Shavano Park Al/alz Oe Lp, and administrated by Heather Vrana.

Management CompanyMORADA SENIOR LIVING LLC
OwnerMERIDIAN SHAVANO PARK ALALZ OE LP
Ownership TypeLIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
44 units
Total beds
90 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactOwner Manager, Owner

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Alzheimer's Certification

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Shavano Park Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Texas average:
• Total citations (33% above)
• Health citations (100% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Life safety citations (33% 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. 86 This facility has 33% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (8 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 33% worse
Health citations Info Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations. 42 This facility has 100% more health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 2).↑ 100% worse
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 46 This facility has 33% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (4 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 33% 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

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

SHAVANO PARK SENIOR LIVING underwent a comprehensive inspection on March 26, 2024, resulting in 8 state standard violations. The Health Code deficiencies cited included failure to obtain an annual fire marshal inspection and maintain related documentation (corrected by April 11, 2024), inadequate training for staff on fire extinguisher use, and insufficient records of fire extinguisher inspections and maintenance. Additionally, the facility failed to search employee misconduct and nurse aide registries before hiring and ensured portable fire extinguishers were not properly sized. No Health Code deficiencies were listed under Life Safety Code. The Life Safety Code violations pertained to emergency planning, hazardous area construction, emergency generator compliance, and gas line testing (corrected between January 29, 2020, and February 10, 2020).

Financial Assistance for
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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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HC

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AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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HC

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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.

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AL

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AL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shavano Park Senior Living

What neighborhood is Shavano Park Senior Living in?

Shavano Park Senior Living is in the Sonterra neighborhood of Shavano Park.

Who is the owner of Shavano Park Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Shavano Park Senior Living is Meridian Shavano Park Al/Alz Oe Lp.

Is Shavano Park Senior Living in a walkable area?

Shavano Park Senior Living has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Shavano Park Senior Living?

According to TX state health department records, Shavano Park Senior Living's license number is 148783.

When does Shavano Park Senior Living's license expire?

According to TX state health department records, Shavano Park Senior Living's license expires on January 27, 2028.

Who is the administrator of Shavano Park Senior Living?

Heather Vrana is the administrator of Shavano Park Senior Living.

How many beds does Shavano Park Senior Living have?

Shavano Park Senior Living has 90 beds.

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