The Delaney at Lake Waco
Assisted Living · Waco, TX
The Delaney at Lake Waco
Assisted Living · Waco, TX
Overview of The Delaney at Lake Waco
The Delaney at Lake Waco is a distinguished award-winning community in Waco, Texas, offering a jewel-like setting where residents can shape their lives according to their desires. This community provides a multifaceted experience encompassing assisted living, memory care, and independent living, all underscored by an innovative approach to senior care. With no entry fee for assisted living, The Delaney boasts top-notch personal services, including chef-prepared dining in a restaurant-style setting, an on-campus hair salon and spa, and an array of wellness programs.
Guests are warmly welcomed in this community, which features a special neighborhood entrance for easy pick-up and drop-off. The environment is designed to facilitate socialization and relaxation, offering a cozy dining room, a finely appointed kitchen, and more. The Delaney at Lake Waco is not just a residence; it’s a place where seniors find comfort, companionship, and the freedom to enjoy their golden years.
106-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 9 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeType B
StatusLicensed
ExpirationSeptember 10, 2027
CountyMclennan
License Number148231
Year Opened10/9/2017
The Delaney at Lake Waco is legally operated by Lcs Waco Operations Llc, and administrated by Scott Bushong.
Management CompanyLIFE CARE SERVICES LLC
OwnerLCS WACO OPERATIONS LLC
Ownership TypeLimited Liability Company (LLC)
Alzheimer's Units
36 units
Total beds
106 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactOwner Manager
Administrator Email[email protected]
Alzheimer's Certification
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
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 (67% above)
• Life safety citations (50% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
• Total citations (67% above)
• Life safety citations (50% above)
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Health citations (50% below)
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 6 | This facility has 67% more total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (10 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 67% worse |
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Health citations
Violations related to resident care, clinical practices, and day-to-day operations.
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Life safety citations
Violations related to building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar.
| 9 | 6 | This facility has 50% more life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (9 vs. TX avg 6).↑ 50% worse |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 2 | 1 | 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
THE DELANEY AT LAKE WACO was inspected on February 17, 2022, resulting in a total of 10 state standard violations. The Health Code section listed no deficiencies during this inspection. However, the Life Safety Code section revealed several issues related to fire safety and building maintenance. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure proper documentation for fire drills, emergency generators, fire alarm systems, and sprinkler systems. Additionally, there were concerns regarding the testing of smoke detectors, annual inspections by the local fire marshal, and regular extinguisher checks. These deficiencies date back to August 2, 2019, with correction dates ranging from August 31, 2019, to September 25, 2019. No enforcement actions were found in relation to these violations.
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— 0.54 miles to nearest hospital (Texas Oncology-Waco)
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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. | Waco (Parkdale Viking Hills) | 106 | No | 9 | 9 | A+ | Lcs Waco Operations LLC | 10 | 1 | 9 | - |
| Brookdale Lake Brazos |
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. | Waco (North Lake Waco) | 101 | Yes | 0 | 16 | - | Esc IV, L.p. | 3 | 1 | 2 | - |
| Brookdale Lakeshore |
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. | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 50 | Yes | 41 | 48 | A+ | Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc. | 4 | 1 | 3 | - |
| Mercy House Waco (Living Springs) |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Waco (West Waco) | 16 | No | 51 | 10 | - | Darsea I, LLC | 1 | - | 1 | - |
| Mercy House Waco |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Waco (Cedar Ridge) | 16 | No | 50 | 17 | - | Darsea Holdings, LLC | 8 | 4 | 4 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Delaney at Lake Waco
What neighborhood is The Delaney at Lake Waco in?
The Delaney at Lake Waco is in the Parkdale Viking Hills neighborhood of Waco.
Who is the owner of The Delaney at Lake Waco?
The legal owner and operator of The Delaney at Lake Waco is Lcs Waco Operations Llc.
Is The Delaney at Lake Waco in a walkable area?
The Delaney at Lake Waco has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of The Delaney at Lake Waco?
According to TX state health department records, The Delaney at Lake Waco's license number is 148231.
When does The Delaney at Lake Waco's license expire?
According to TX state health department records, The Delaney at Lake Waco's license expires on September 10, 2027.
Who is the administrator of The Delaney at Lake Waco?
Scott Bushong is the administrator of The Delaney at Lake Waco.
How many beds does The Delaney at Lake Waco have?
The Delaney at Lake Waco has 106 beds.
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