Independent Living Home

The Landon at Lake Highlands

Independent Living Home

The Landon at Lake Highlands

8501 Lullwater Dr, Dallas, TX 75238 View map
Overview of The Landon at Lake Highlands

Ranked as one of the best independent living homes for seniors in Dallas, The Landon at Lake Highlands is an upscale community with amenities that promote fun and relaxation in an inviting environment. The vibrant community encourages seniors to build an active social life while not worrying about any chores to do. The Landon at Lake Highlands is outstanding in its service for combining passion and care in the comfort of a home.
As a proud member of the Grace MGMT community, expect comprehensive luxury services offered to allow flexibility for families, including respite care, short-term stays, and specialized care. Community features include amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.

(214) 343-6400

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Texas average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Texas average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Texas average: 2.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Texas average: 3.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 18m per day

This home provides 18% more nursing time per resident than the Texas average.

Texas average: 3h 38m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 126

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Texas average
Occupancy rate 89.6%
Residents per day (avg) 120
Occupancy rate
89.6%
Residents per day (avg)
120

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$19.8M
Profit
$53.0K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$19,816,226.00
Profit
$52,981.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.2M
41.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.5M
Total costs $19.8M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Care Services

Respite Care
Independent Living

Amenities & Lifestyle

fitness center
heated pool
grille & bistro
champagne lounge
rooftop terrace
art studio
library
billiards room
theater

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Independent Living, Graceful Respite Stays, Vibrant Living Program, Events, Graceful Dining, Health and Wellness, Veterans Benefits
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 8

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations 13
Citations per inspection
1.62

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

3 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; 8 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 13 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 4
100% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 2


Serious Health citations More info 1
150% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 0.4

4 critical citations More info Texas average: 2

1 serious citation More info Texas average: 0.4

8 moderate citations More info Texas average: 23

0 minor citations More info Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care critical citation Sep 13, 2025

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 13, 2025

Quality of Care critical citation Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation May 16, 2025
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
The Landon at Lake Highlands
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Places of interest near The Landon at Lake Highlands

Address 8.1 miles from city center — 3.54 miles to nearest hospital (Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas)

Address 8501 Lullwater Dr, Dallas, TX 75238

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

207
Total Staff
164
Employees
43
Contractors
58,015
Total Hours (Quarter)
78
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse138.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse539.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant858.1 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
162 staff
8.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
31 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.4%
of total hours from contractors
836 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 25 Licensed Practical Nurse: 15 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant60258521,71791100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse38155314,42091100%9.2
RN Director of Nursing8083,7597684%7.8
Registered Nurse130133,27691100%8.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician9092,1097684%6.5
Speech Language Pathologist110111,9039099%6.7
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,8997279%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide4041,6118998%7.5
Medication Aide/Technician3031,5468998%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,4038897%8.9
Physical Therapy Assistant5051,2348088%6.7
Qualified Social Worker2029296571%8.2
Administrator1015206571%8
Dietitian1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014485662%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0111201213%10
Occupational Therapy Assistant011901415%6.5
Medical Director011482224%2.2

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
126 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
103 residents (81.7%)
Medicaid
23 residents (18.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 12.0
39% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 8.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.8
30% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.9%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 28.6%
76% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 17.9%
14% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 15.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.4%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.2%
41% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.7%
65% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.0%
111% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.2%
47% better than Texas average

Texas average: 7.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.3%
7% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.6%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 40.1%
56% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.5%
68% better than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 45.4%
48% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $35K
56% lower than Texas average

Texas average: $80K

Number of fines 3
21% more fines than Texas average

Texas average: 2.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Texas average

Texas average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $35K
Texas average $80K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 28, 2025
$18K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Oct 24, 2024
$9K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 18, 2024
$8K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled, Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Large state; rural access challenges.

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+, Texas resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+, TX resident; no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Age 60+ prioritized, TX resident, low-income.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed.

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Texas SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TX resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+, TX resident, homeowner (homestead).

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed.

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+, TX resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

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