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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Revel in the stunning environment of Willow Bed set in the quiet grounds of Brinker Road, Denton, TX, offering assisted living and memory care. Enjoy an idyllic retirement enveloped by aesthetically built and snug accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community respects seniors’ boundaries and privacy, providing top-tier care and assistance only when necessary and preferred. Willow Bend strives to ensure seniors thrive and reach their full potential.
As part of the Legend Senior Living communities, Willow Bend doubles its efforts to enhance seniors’ well-being. With fun activities and enjoyable events to participate in, seniors explore new interests and enjoy past hobbies. The community serves healthy and delicious meals to cater to seniors’ cravings and meet their nutritional needs. Willow Bend is a haven for seniors to live a worry-free retirement.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 140th out of 289 homes in Texas. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 53m per day | ▼ 3% State avg: 2h 58m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day |
Higher than the Texas average: 63.5%Willow Bend is legally operated by Denton Alf Llc.
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.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 6 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 50% better |
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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.
| 2 | 6 | This facility has 67% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2019.
| 0.4 | 0.9 | This facility has 56% fewer citations per year than a typical Texas assisted living residence (0.4 vs. TX avg 0.9).↓ 56% better |
Inspections
| 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 |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
37% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
56% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #152 / 297Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd out of 297 homes in Texas. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Texas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
4.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Denton's city center to Willow Bend's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.56 miles to nearest hospital (Medical City Denton)
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Willow Bend is located in Denton, Texas.
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The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
| Willow Bend |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Denton | 86 | No | 46 | - | A+ | Denton Alf LLC | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#198 / 709 | 1 | 2 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Denton North |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Denton (Northridge) | 60 | Yes | 44 | 48
Facility
48
TX AVG
22
Rank
#46 / 583 | A+ | Febc-Alt Holdings, Inc. | 16
Facility
16
TX AVG
6
Rank
#669 / 709 | 3 | 13 | Suite |
The legal owner and operator of Willow Bend is Denton Alf Llc.
Willow Bend has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Willow Bend's occupancy is 78%.
Willow Bend has 86 beds.
Willow Bend has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.
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Willow Bend is located at 2125 Brinker Rd, Denton, TX 76208, United States.
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