The Bradford House
Nursing Home · Texas, TX

Overview of The Bradford House

The Bradford House Assisted Living is located in Gilmer, Texas, providing a nurturing home where compassion and comfort meet quality care. The facility offers personalized care plans, 24/7 staff support, and engaging programs that promote independence and well-being. Residents enjoy a comfortable environment with amenities designed for connection and community.
(903) 843-7601
Bed community size
50-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 41 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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License Details

Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
CountyUpshur

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Bradford House is legally operated by The Madera Corporation.

Owner NameThe Madera Corporation

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private And Semi-Private Accommodations
On-Site Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Individual Climate Control In Every Room
Complete Dining Program With Dietary Accommodations
Sprawling Yard And Outdoor Lounging Areas
Engaging Activities And Social Programs
Specific ProgramsWellness Programs, Dining Services, Housekeeping & Laundry, Therapy Services Partnership

Pricing & Financial Information

Single Private Room: Starting at$2,300 per month
Double Private Room: Starting at$3,300 per month
Respite Care$150 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree nutritious meals daily, prepared with care and tailored to individual dietary needs.

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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. 3 At Avg Metrics at Texas average:
• Total citations (at TX avg)
• Life safety citations (at TX avg)
• Inspections with citations (at TX avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 66 This facility has total citations in line with the Texas average (6 vs. TX avg 6).— At avg
Life safety citations Info Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 66 This facility has life safety citations in line with the Texas average (6 vs. TX avg 6).— At avg

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.

THE BRADFORD HOUSE was inspected on February 06, 2023, resulting in 6 violations of state standards. All cited deficiencies were related to Life Safety Code requirements, with no Health Code violations listed. The facility's fire safety systems and emergency preparedness plan were the primary concerns, as they failed to obtain annual fire marshal inspections, maintain proper records, and ensure regular testing and maintenance of fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Additionally, gas heating system checks were not conducted prior to the heating season, and an adequate emergency preparedness plan was not developed or maintained. Correction dates ranged from February 16, 2022, to no later than the inspection date in February 2023. No enforcement actions were found.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Texas

The Bradford House is located in GILMER, 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 The Bradford House

Who is the owner of The Bradford House?

The legal owner and operator of The Bradford House is The Madera Corporation.

Is The Bradford House in a walkable area?

The Bradford House has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does The Bradford House have?

The Bradford House has 50 beds.

Has The Bradford House had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Bradford House has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of The Bradford House?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Bradford House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Bradford House?

The Bradford House is located at 1704 N BRADFORD ST.

What is the phone number of The Bradford House?

(903) 843-7601 will put you in contact with the team at The Bradford House.

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