Western Carolina

Q: What neighborhood is Western Carolina in?

Western Carolina is in the Lafayette Place neighborhood.

Q: Is Western Carolina in a walkable area?

Western Carolina has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the address of Western Carolina?

Western Carolina is located at 900 N Carolina Dr, El Paso, TX 79915, United States.

Q: What is the phone number of Western Carolina?

(915) 778-1851 will put you in contact with the team at Western Carolina.

Q: Is Western Carolina Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Western Carolina is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Western Carolina

Peacefully sitting in the neighborhood of El Paso, TX, Western Carolina is a well-established senior living community, offering a beautiful setting for independent living. The community features 56 one and two-bedroom apartments conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and with easy access to the freeway for a convenient lifestyle. Every apartment within the community is equipped with various conveniences, such as wheelchair access, extra storage, refrigerator, and more.

Here, residents are provided with a serene environment that allows them to enjoy their independence and freedom. A spacious community room is also available for an array of social activities that foster a strong sense of community and belonging. At Western Carolina, residents are provided a space where they are empowered to lead the lifestyle they want and thrive in their own way.

(915) 778-1851

Walk Score: 63 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What does this home offer?

Total Residents: 56

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at Western Carolina

Independent Living

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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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

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.

$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.

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

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

9.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from El Paso's city center to Western Carolina's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.09 miles to nearest hospital (Del Sol Medical Center)

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What neighborhood is Western Carolina in?

Western Carolina is in the Lafayette Place neighborhood.

Is Western Carolina in a walkable area?

Western Carolina has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of Western Carolina?

Western Carolina is located at 900 N Carolina Dr, El Paso, TX 79915, United States.

What is the phone number of Western Carolina?

(915) 778-1851 will put you in contact with the team at Western Carolina.

Is Western Carolina Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Western Carolina is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.