Assisted Living Communities in Waco, TX

"My mother is staying at The Village at Providence Park. She has been there for a long time. It is sort of opened up now. They have been changing the rules and things have been improving. They had residents on lockdown like everybody else. She is in assisted living now, but she was in independent living. You could visit as long as your loved one is in independent living. They were not allowing any visitation in the assisted living side, but they have since loosened up. She likes it there. I was able to dine before Covid and the food was good. They have a very nice facility. I know they have alot of activities. They take them out places and they have a recreation center."

"The director of Arbor House of Waco was very informative and very nice. When we got there she met us right away. She pretty much answered most of the questions that we had. When we went on the tour through the facility, the residents were in their morning scripture reading, and they were all sitting around. That was nice. The facility was clean and small. I think they have 36 residents, so it wasn't too overwhelming. My husband really liked it. He thinks this would be a great fit for my dad, and they've kept in touch with us, but unfortunately it just didn't work out because Dad is diabetic. The director was excellent. She knew all the residents' names, which was really great. She introduced us to a lot of people right up front by their names. She didn't have to stop and go like, "What was your name?" I really liked her. It's a little bit older facility."

"My husband was at Ridgecrest Retirement and Healthcare and they were very good to him. His stay there was excellent, much better than the place he was in Houston. I told my son if he put me in the nursing home that he would send me back to Ridgecrest Retirement and Healthcare. It is a wonderful place. It's out on the edge of the woods, in the lake, and has a lot of animals that are from the woods that come to visit, especially in the winter. It's very low profile and the people are really nice. It's older, but it has a very, very warm atmosphere, and they took good care of my husband. They saved his life a couple of times and I like the care plan he had and the attention that he got. I saw their little directory of activities and they had quite a few. My husband didn't take part in many of them but they had them there. I met a lot of women that were going to all sorts of stuff."

"Excellent Facility! My mom is there it feels like an upscale hotel with the great food and rooms. The staff are so nice and attentive. They always have fun activities and have an onsite salon and manicurist."

"When we were told my mother needed to be in Memory Care we didn’t know where to start. We were referred to Living Springs Village and it was an answer to our prayers The management and the staff are awesome! We were always amazed at how they took such a personal interest and how caring they were to my mother and us. The room & bath have ample space. As long as she could she was able to enjoy all the activities & entertainment. We enjoyed going to visit her and felt she was very well cared for. Sandra Tindell"

"My mother moved into Providence Village in Waco. So far they have been great. The facility is well kept, clean, and maintained. The food is good, they are very well fed. Even with COVID still going on they are not doing 100 percent of their activities yet, they're at about 50 percent to 60 percent of them, so there's still a lot going on. They do bingo, obviously. As a matter of fact they never even stopped bingo. They set the chairs up outside everybody's room and call bingo from the hallway. They have church service there, they have two different ones, a Catholic organization and a non-denominational service. They are still doing some of the activities where they take people to places, not the doctors' appointments, but out shopping. Still going on some of the field trips where it is safe. Once a week they have what they call "afternoon delight," which can vary from cookies, cakes, and ice cream. Just something to bright up the week. I have eaten there only once, but my mother says the food is really good and I know they actually have a chef there. As for activities, they are doing more than any other place. Eventually, they will get back to doing everything that they were doing. For the price, I think they are probably on the lower end considering all that they provide."

"This facility is like no other senrior care facility I have ever visited. Bentley House specializes in caring for alzheimer's and dementia patients. The furnishings are nice. The staff works hard to help their resident's live the most normal life that they can. They have the standard things like nutritous meals, exercise programs, medication management, etc. But in addition at Bentley House they have social activities and game nights that residents and their families participate in. The staff works closely with the families in their efforts to help their residents live their best lives while battling dementia and alzheimers, It takes special training and dedication to give these resindets the best care. The Bentley House staff has this training and dedication to their residents. "

"We decided to stop in at the Thompson Home assisted living facility since we were in the Waco area, looking at other facility options for our uncle. the grounds looked well-tended as we drove up. The staff greeted us at the door and was very accommodating, even though we didn't have an appointment. They graciously offered to give us a tour without notice. The foyer was nicely decorated, as were all of the rooms that we visited. There are many activities here, from cards to movies and reading. They also take the residents out to local happenings in the vicinity. The food and dining options looked appetizing. It was clear that someone really took the time to design some nice menu offerings. They also offer snacks any time requested, in addition to suggesting them throughout the day. Each resident's dietary needs are tended to individually. There are private rooms for visiting and a nice library -- and they visit the local library on a weekly basis. There are also visits from the local churches and many citizens are active in the community - coming by for extended visits. They do individual care plans with recommendations for exercise, planned activities and health care. We could see that each person is treated with dignity and respect here and that our uncle could call this very caring facility home. "

Riesel, Texas, is part of the Waco metro area and is accessible from both Austin and Dallas. The area is known for long, hot summers and mild winters, a climate that is favorable for seniors who have health conditions aggravated by colder weather. Crystal Manor is located in a small residential community, with tree-lined streets and sidewalks throughout the development. Each resident has a personal care plan, with care from staff available 24-7 to help with incontinence concerns, mobility or personal hygiene. There is also a skilled nurse on staff. A separate dementia care ward is part of the facility, kept secured with specially trained caregivers present to ensure resident safety and care. Light medical care is available, and transportation is provided for doctor visits or specialist services. Residents of Crystal Manor are provided three meals each day, with dietary needs accommodated. Living quarters are ether companion suites or studio apartments. For those with mobility issues, Crystal Manor has several ground-floor units. There are a few common areas throughout the facility, open to all residents for games or conversation. Organized activities such as music, arts and crafts or devotional services are also held in these areas. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Texas Long-Term Care Provider Search

"We decided to check out the Donna Berry Community Home while in Waco looking for a suitable place for our uncle. The grounds looked like they were well tended. We could see around the back that there was a lot of really nice park-like space to enjoy. The staff who greeted us at the door were very pleasant. We could see the kindness of the staff and how they interacted with the residents, which was really sweet. The communal living room was nicely decorated, warm and spacious. All of the rooms were very homey, which our uncle would really enjoy. The dining rooms had comfortable seating and were also easy access. We saw some residents on walkers, while many were totally ambulatory. They adjust the level of care accordingly. The living spaces were very nice - spacious enough to be comfortable in - some with more room to have guests. The food looked really appetizing and snacks are offered regularly throughout the day. You can reserve spaces for family and friend events, from parties to barbeques. The staff will also see that food is catered as you like. The activities ranged from reading to cards and other games -- and special events in the common areas, like birthday parties. The residents are also taken out daily and weekly for walks, exercise and to participate in local events around the city. The private living quarters were well-kept and nicely decorated, to the taste of residents. They can bring in favorite furnishings and decorations as they like. Our uncle has some favorite pieces, so we are glad to know that he can bring them here if he chooses to. This is a really nice facility -- with kind and caring staff who treat the residents with dignity and respect in a kind and caring fashion. "

"I am a resident of Country Club Retirement Community Assisted Living. They're all alike and it depends on their location as to the price. They have a courtyard and their own space in the courtyard, and the ones to the front are a little higher than the ones at the back but they all have a little patio. We have a pretty good-sized kitchen. We have a microwave and then some of them have a dining room, a small dining table, and chairs in there. Then the living area which is big in my bedroom. The apartments are very spacious. We have a window and we have our own individual air and ceiling fans, and then we have the back door out to our patio. Each room has its own air and heat and a ceiling fan. Then when you come into the kitchen, we have a little pantry and a little pantry closet. You have your lavatory and the countertop, and a big walking closet. The rooms are very spacious. It has a computer set up, some of them have their own. The best area is separate. You have your commode and walk in the shower. We have our meals. There is a sunroom with couches where you can sit and read. We have a big exercise room and we also do bingo and games. We have a hairdresser. If you want to do your laundry, there is no charge. We have two washers and a dryer. We have a church and on Sunday morning we have a regular preacher and at 4:00 on Sunday afternoon, ministerial alliance. They rotate and we have them. They bring music. The staff is very good, very caring. The food is good. They usually give us a choice. The building is nice and it's very clean."

"My parents are staying at Lutheran Sunset Ministries in Clifton. Based on my experience it's been good. They really like the staff and they said they like their fellow residents. Their room is well laid out, it's open concept, so it's easier to get around, and pretty much the only interior door is the one for the bedroom. It's good in case they would need a wheelchair or something like that. They really like the food too, and a couple of times I visited I also sampled it. It was very good. The staff is very friendly and helpful, neither I nor my parents have had any issues with them. They're very good and very professional. I like the way the facility is laid out. My parents are definitely getting a good value for their money."