Ventana by Buckner

Ventana by Buckner is an Assisted Living Home in Texas

Ventana by Buckner is an Assisted Living Home in Texas

Ventana by Buckner

8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225 View Map

Ventana by Buckner is an Assisted Living Home in Texas

Ventana by Buckner is an Assisted Living Home in Texas

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Overview of Ventana by Buckner

Ventana by Buckner is a luxurious life care community in Dallas, TX, that offers comprehensive care options, from independent living to rehabilitation. Promoting a lively environment, the community goes above and beyond to meet older adults’ needs and provide opportunities for their happiness. Recreational activities, wellness programs, and well-balanced dining options are also offered to ensure residents experience maintenance-free living. Adhering to a high standard of care, the community strives to enrich residents’ living experiences and promote an active lifestyle. 

Educational programs, arts and crafts, and pet-friendly mixers are among the community’s lifestyle calendar that allows residents to connect with peers and explore new interests. Multiple dining venues, a roof garden terrace, and a heated indoor pool are also featured for residents’ leisure and wellness. Situated near Highway 75 in Dallas, the community is easily accessible for visitors and families. As one of  Texas’s trusted senior living communities, this life care community has a variety of care options dedicated to helping older adults live to their potential in retirement. 

What you will love about this neighborhood
  • Located in the iconic Preston Hollow, providing quick access to urban amenities with a median home value of over $1.5 million and an estimated population of 11,000.
  • The neighborhood is close to the scenic Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden and NorthPark Center with 235 diverse stores, providing recreational opportunities.
  • This neighborhood has grown from large estates to having close-knit communities that are close to landmarks like the Dallas Museum of Art (6 miles away) and over 20 restaurants.
Home Information VENTANA BY BUCKNER
  • Occupancy levels track close to the statewide midpoint, indicating balanced availability. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.

  • Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.

  • Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights sit above most state facilities, underscoring deep Title XIX coverage. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
68
Occupancy
68.9%
Total Bed Days Available
26280
Avg. Length of Stay
42 days
Avg. Residents per Day
56
Finance
Home Revenue
$7,762,716.00
Payroll Costs
$8,835,953.00
Profit
$-6,654,428.00
Total Costs
$1,263,034.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
113.8%
House Specifics:
CCN
676483
Owner Name
BUCKNER SENIOR LIVING
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Dallas
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
307
Total Discharges
308
% Medicare Admissions
62%
% Private Pay Admissions
38%
% Medicare Discharges
56%
% Private Pay Discharges
44%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
6.12 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
4520
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
4520
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
8520
Bed community size
68-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Facility & Licensing Details

  • CCN (CMS Certification) Info Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Certification Number. 676483
  • County Info County in Texas where the facility is located. DALLAS
  • Facility Type Info Type B: Residents may need assistance with mobility, self-care, or evacuation. Staff are available 24/7, and some residents may use wheelchairs or need help during emergencies. TYPE B
  • License Status Info Licensed: Fully approved and authorized to operate by the state of Texas. LICENSED
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under Texas regulations. BUCKNER SENIOR LIVING, INC.
  • Profit Status Info Indicates whether the facility operates as for-profit, non-profit, or government-owned. For Profit

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: High Rise

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Minimum Age

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Types of Care at Ventana by Buckner

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care
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Inspection History

1 inspection
with citations
    Senior living communities undergo regular visits by state and federal agencies to ensure they meet high standards of care, safety, and compliance.
    1 citations
    1 life safety citation
    This is in line with the Texas average.
    Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
    No enforcement action
    Enforcement actions are penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

    Inspection Report Summary for Ventana by Buckner

    Ventana by Buckner underwent its most recent comprehensive inspection on December 30, 2019, resulting in one violation of state standards. The single deficiency cited was related to locking devices on exit doors, which failed to release when activated at the monitoring station and main staff station. This issue fell under both Health Code and Life Safety Code requirements, indicating a need for improvement in ensuring safe egress from the facility. Fortunately, correction actions were taken promptly, with the issues resolved by January 7, 2020. No enforcement actions were found to have been taken against the facility as a result of this inspection.

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    Address 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225

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    68.9%
    $7,762,716.00
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    113.8%
    55.50
    5/5
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    Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Texas Seniors

    Program
    State Program Name
    Eligibility
    Benefits
    Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)
    TX Medicaid CCAD
    • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Large state; rural access challenges.
    • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
    Texas Community Care Services
    • General: Age 60+, Texas resident, at risk of decline.
    • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
    • Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
    • TX Specifics: Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.
    • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
    Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services
    • General: Age 60+, TX resident; no income/asset limits.
    • Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
    • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics: 28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.
    • Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
    Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
    Texas Medicare Savings Program
    Official government program page
    • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
    • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
    Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
    Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
    • General: Age 60+ prioritized, TX resident, low-income.
    • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
    • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics: Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.
    • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
    Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
    Texas Family Caregiver Support Program
    • 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 Specifics: High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.
    • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
    Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
    • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TX resident.
    • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
    • Asset Limits: Not specified.
    • TX Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
    • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
    VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
    Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
    • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.
    • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
    Property Tax Exemption for Seniors
    Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption
    Official government program page
    • General: Age 65+, TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
    • Income Limits (2025): None; tax-based eligibility.
    • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics: $25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.
    • Services: Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings).
    Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
    Texas SFMNP
    • General: Age 60+, TX resident, low-income.
    • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
    • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.
    • Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.

    Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Texas Seniors

    TX Medicaid CCAD

    Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
      Large state; rural access challenges.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
    TX CCS

    Texas Community Care Services

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 60+, Texas resident, at risk of decline.
    • Income Limits:
      ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
    • Asset Limits:
      $5,000 (individual).
    • TX Specifics:
      Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
    Texas AAA Services

    Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 60+, TX resident; no income/asset limits.
    • Income Limits (2025):
      None; donations encouraged.
    • Asset Limits:
      Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics:
      28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
    Texas Medicare Savings Program

    Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
      Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
    Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

    Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 60+ prioritized, TX resident, low-income.
    • Income Limits (2025):
      ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
    • Asset Limits:
      Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics:
      Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
    Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

    Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

    Requirements:
    • 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 Specifics:
      High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
    Texas SCSEP

    Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TX resident.
    • Income Limits (2025):
      ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
    • Asset Limits:
      Not specified.
    • TX Specifics:
      Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
    Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
      High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
    Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

    Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 65+, TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
    • Income Limits (2025):
      None; tax-based eligibility.
    • Asset Limits:
      Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics:
      $25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings).
    Texas SFMNP

    Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

    Requirements:
    • General:
      Age 60+, TX resident, low-income.
    • Income Limits (2025):
      ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
    • Asset Limits:
      Not assessed.
    • TX Specifics:
      Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.
    Benefits without Contact:
    • Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.

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