25 Nursing Homes Near Waco, TX
Waco, Texas, is a thriving city in central Texas, south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. It’s home to just shy of 140,000 people, and around 12% — or about 17,000 residents — are aged 65 or older. Seniors who need medical care can find it at one of the area’s major hospitals, including Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and Ascension Providence Hospital. The cost of nursing home care in the Waco area is very affordable compared to the national average. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the cost of a semiprivate room for nursing care in Waco is only $4,745 compared to the U.S. average of $7,756.
Nursing home care is needed when someone is unable to care for themselves and needs around-the-clock supervision. Nursing home staff feed residents, dispense medications, take care of any medical needs and ensure the residents’ overall well-being. Seniors who are still able to move around independently and aren’t experiencing cognitive impairment or memory issues may be able to receive care at an assisted living facility or receive home health services.
This guide includes information on nursing home costs in the Waco area, as well as links to resources and services that can be helpful for seniors.
Directory of Nursing Homes in Waco, Texas
Atrium of Bellmead
2401 Development Boulevard,, Waco, TX, 76705
Atrium of Bellmead was very nice. We really, really liked it, but they did not have a locked area for people with memory problems. The staff who gave the tour was very good. She was very nice and very
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Atrium of Bellmead was very nice. We really, really liked it, but they did not have a locked area for people with memory problems. The staff who gave the tour was very good. She was very nice and very informative, and she completely showed us around the place. We were actually sold on it, but they couldn’t accept my mom because of the memory issue and not having a locked area. The rooms were very nice and very clean. It’s a pretty new place, so it’s in very good condition. They have a really big courtyard that they could walk in, and stuff that was enclosed.
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Atrium of Bellmead was very nice. We really, really liked it, but they did not have a locked area for people with memory problems. The staff who gave the tour was very good. She was very nice and very
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Atrium of Bellmead was very nice. We really, really liked it, but they did not have a locked area for people with memory problems. The staff who gave the tour was very good. She was very nice and very informative, and she completely showed us around the place. We were actually sold on it, but they couldn’t accept my mom because of the memory issue and not having a locked area. The rooms were very nice and very clean. It’s a pretty new place, so it’s in very good condition. They have a really big courtyard that they could walk in, and stuff that was enclosed.
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Royal Manor
9114 Royal Lane, Waco, TX, 76712
My mother was at Royal Manor nursing home before she passed away on July 26th. She was there for three years. I decided on this nursing home because it was just right down the street from my house at
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My mother was at Royal Manor nursing home before she passed away on July 26th. She was there for three years. I decided on this nursing home because it was just right down the street from my house at that time. She was there for a rehab but because she never really got any better, she just stayed there. It was an excellent facility. It was a wonderful place. My mom was in a semi-private room and everything about it was fine. Their staff was really caring. They’re really nice. I was very happy with them. They did have activities for their patients, but unfortunately my mom didn’t participate in any of them. Food was average. It wasn’t wonderful. That was the only thing I was disappointed about this place. It could have been a little bit better.
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My mother was at Royal Manor nursing home before she passed away on July 26th. She was there for three years. I decided on this nursing home because it was just right down the street from my house at
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My mother was at Royal Manor nursing home before she passed away on July 26th. She was there for three years. I decided on this nursing home because it was just right down the street from my house at that time. She was there for a rehab but because she never really got any better, she just stayed there. It was an excellent facility. It was a wonderful place. My mom was in a semi-private room and everything about it was fine. Their staff was really caring. They’re really nice. I was very happy with them. They did have activities for their patients, but unfortunately my mom didn’t participate in any of them. Food was average. It wasn’t wonderful. That was the only thing I was disappointed about this place. It could have been a little bit better.
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Regent Care Center of Woodway
7801 WOODWAY DR, Waco, TX, 76712
Communication at the facility-whether it be about the pandemic or general assistance-was ridiculous! I was told I could not visit, then by appointment, and last, I was never told I had to take a class
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Communication at the facility-whether it be about the pandemic or general assistance-was ridiculous! I was told I could not visit, then by appointment, and last, I was never told I had to take a class to see him (even though I had seen him the day before). Not knowing their duties and of coworkers who no longer worked there; caused confusion towards his care. No knowledge of the release of his belongings, created unnecessary conflict. Last, the staff showed no care for the loved one’s of it’s patients. If he wasn’t in so much pain-he would’ve left.
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Communication at the facility-whether it be about the pandemic or general assistance-was ridiculous! I was told I could not visit, then by appointment, and last, I was never told I had to take a class
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Communication at the facility-whether it be about the pandemic or general assistance-was ridiculous! I was told I could not visit, then by appointment, and last, I was never told I had to take a class to see him (even though I had seen him the day before). Not knowing their duties and of coworkers who no longer worked there; caused confusion towards his care. No knowledge of the release of his belongings, created unnecessary conflict. Last, the staff showed no care for the loved one’s of it’s patients. If he wasn’t in so much pain-he would’ve left.
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Greenview Manor
401 OWEN LN, Waco, TX, 76710
I came in a couple of times to talk to the account manager but never could. I have called to talk to her but they always end up phoning the same worker who does not do the insurance stuff. The lady at
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I came in a couple of times to talk to the account manager but never could. I have called to talk to her but they always end up phoning the same worker who does not do the insurance stuff. The lady at the front desk in that office was busy with residents but made time for me. The account manager closed her door and did not come out. I went to see my brother who had questions about his bill who informed me that the activities lady is always there and so is the money lady and case worker but the account manager does not "go out to people she tells the others what to do" I guess she is too busy. Anyway, my brother loves the workers and nurses. The facility is older but the staff is nice. I havent met the administrator. The day I was there they had two men in the office with the door closed. My brother says that most of the people in charge are nice, some are too serious. They remember my name which shows they care.
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I came in a couple of times to talk to the account manager but never could. I have called to talk to her but they always end up phoning the same worker who does not do the insurance stuff. The lady at
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I came in a couple of times to talk to the account manager but never could. I have called to talk to her but they always end up phoning the same worker who does not do the insurance stuff. The lady at the front desk in that office was busy with residents but made time for me. The account manager closed her door and did not come out. I went to see my brother who had questions about his bill who informed me that the activities lady is always there and so is the money lady and case worker but the account manager does not "go out to people she tells the others what to do" I guess she is too busy. Anyway, my brother loves the workers and nurses. The facility is older but the staff is nice. I havent met the administrator. The day I was there they had two men in the office with the door closed. My brother says that most of the people in charge are nice, some are too serious. They remember my name which shows they care.
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Wesley Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare
1700 Woodgate Drive, Waco, TX, 76712
My husband is in a nursing home at Wesley Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He’s been there for a couple of weeks now. It’s excellent. There are no complaints whatsoever. He is in a locked-down uni
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My husband is in a nursing home at Wesley Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He’s been there for a couple of weeks now. It’s excellent. There are no complaints whatsoever. He is in a locked-down unit because of his dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s. It’s excellent. It’s very, very nice, and I am very impressed with it, the building, the landscaping, the care that they give, and it’s a very clean place. Their staff is excellent. They check on their patients every two hours. They take care of whatever needs the patient has. They’re very caring people. They have excellent cuisine for the patients that are there.
I sneaked some of my husband’s dinner one time and overall, it’s the best I’ve seen so far. Their food is excellent. They have an excellent chef. Because it’s memory care, you find people in wheelchairs or Geri chairs or sitting around the community area. They have a big TV where people will sit. Otherwise, most of them are bedridden in their rooms.
For what memory care is and whatnot, they have an excellent supply of needs for the patient in the room. They’re small rooms. My husband shares the bathroom with the other male person on the other side of his room. It’s like a suite and they share the bathroom. Furniture-wise, it’s OK for what is needed for these types of patients. My husband happens to be a wanderer, and we had to move him to a facility that had a lockdown, and that’s what Wesley Woods was.
Value for money is excellent. For whatever we have to pay out of pocket, it is an excellent price and well worth it. It can be just a respite. If a family needs to go somewhere or on vacation, they can put them in this facility for the two weeks that they’re gone, so that’s an excellent value in itself. The people there are considerate because it’s an excellent unit.
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My husband is in a nursing home at Wesley Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He’s been there for a couple of weeks now. It’s excellent. There are no complaints whatsoever. He is in a locked-down uni
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My husband is in a nursing home at Wesley Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He’s been there for a couple of weeks now. It’s excellent. There are no complaints whatsoever. He is in a locked-down unit because of his dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s. It’s excellent. It’s very, very nice, and I am very impressed with it, the building, the landscaping, the care that they give, and it’s a very clean place. Their staff is excellent. They check on their patients every two hours. They take care of whatever needs the patient has. They’re very caring people. They have excellent cuisine for the patients that are there.
I sneaked some of my husband’s dinner one time and overall, it’s the best I’ve seen so far. Their food is excellent. They have an excellent chef. Because it’s memory care, you find people in wheelchairs or Geri chairs or sitting around the community area. They have a big TV where people will sit. Otherwise, most of them are bedridden in their rooms.
For what memory care is and whatnot, they have an excellent supply of needs for the patient in the room. They’re small rooms. My husband shares the bathroom with the other male person on the other side of his room. It’s like a suite and they share the bathroom. Furniture-wise, it’s OK for what is needed for these types of patients. My husband happens to be a wanderer, and we had to move him to a facility that had a lockdown, and that’s what Wesley Woods was.
Value for money is excellent. For whatever we have to pay out of pocket, it is an excellent price and well worth it. It can be just a respite. If a family needs to go somewhere or on vacation, they can put them in this facility for the two weeks that they’re gone, so that’s an excellent value in itself. The people there are considerate because it’s an excellent unit.
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Ridgecrest Retirement and Healthcare
1900 W State Highway 6, Waco, TX, 76712
Ridgecrest Retirement Center is located a short hop away from the center of Waco, Texas, close to the shores of Lake Waco. Visitors note the facility’s comfortable environment, from the spacious and p
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Ridgecrest Retirement Center is located a short hop away from the center of Waco, Texas, close to the shores of Lake Waco. Visitors note the facility’s comfortable environment, from the spacious and personally decorated rooms to the care and professionalism with which staff attend to the residents’ needs. Ridgecrest Retirement Center is praised by residents for the quality of their meals and for the range of activities available, including games, musical performances, visits from volunteer Texas Therapy Dogs and arts and crafts activities with local school children.
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Ridgecrest Retirement Center is located a short hop away from the center of Waco, Texas, close to the shores of Lake Waco. Visitors note the facility’s comfortable environment, from the spacious and p
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Ridgecrest Retirement Center is located a short hop away from the center of Waco, Texas, close to the shores of Lake Waco. Visitors note the facility’s comfortable environment, from the spacious and personally decorated rooms to the care and professionalism with which staff attend to the residents’ needs. Ridgecrest Retirement Center is praised by residents for the quality of their meals and for the range of activities available, including games, musical performances, visits from volunteer Texas Therapy Dogs and arts and crafts activities with local school children.
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Lake Shore Village Healthcare Center
2320 LAKE SHORE DR, Waco, TX, 76708
My mother was a resident in the Secure Unit. We never had a single complaint about the care she received from the staff. Everyone always seemed to have the resident’s best interest in mind. They con
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My mother was a resident in the Secure Unit. We never had a single complaint about the care she received from the staff. Everyone always seemed to have the resident’s best interest in mind. They constantly worked to add value to the lives of those in their care. The facility was always clean and fresh. The social worker was kind and helpful, the receptionist was sweet, and the unit nurses and assistants were loving, hard working, and wonderful!
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My mother was a resident in the Secure Unit. We never had a single complaint about the care she received from the staff. Everyone always seemed to have the resident’s best interest in mind. They con
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My mother was a resident in the Secure Unit. We never had a single complaint about the care she received from the staff. Everyone always seemed to have the resident’s best interest in mind. They constantly worked to add value to the lives of those in their care. The facility was always clean and fresh. The social worker was kind and helpful, the receptionist was sweet, and the unit nurses and assistants were loving, hard working, and wonderful!
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Providence Village
300 West Highway, PO BOX 6, Waco, TX, 76712
Providence Village is an assisted living facility located just miles outside of Waco, Texas, right near the smaller city of Woodway. There are a variety of living options available, from studios to la
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Providence Village is an assisted living facility located just miles outside of Waco, Texas, right near the smaller city of Woodway. There are a variety of living options available, from studios to large one-bedroom suites. The ample space also means that overnight guests can be easily accommodated. Residents enjoy regular outings on the town as well as in-house parties and activities. They can also spend time outside exploring the beautiful facility grounds. Residents especially appreciate the variety of food options available each day, along with the option to order specially requested items.
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Providence Village is an assisted living facility located just miles outside of Waco, Texas, right near the smaller city of Woodway. There are a variety of living options available, from studios to la
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Providence Village is an assisted living facility located just miles outside of Waco, Texas, right near the smaller city of Woodway. There are a variety of living options available, from studios to large one-bedroom suites. The ample space also means that overnight guests can be easily accommodated. Residents enjoy regular outings on the town as well as in-house parties and activities. They can also spend time outside exploring the beautiful facility grounds. Residents especially appreciate the variety of food options available each day, along with the option to order specially requested items.
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St. Anthony’s Care Center
7501 Bagby Avenue, Waco, TX, 76712
Beware. This place in neglectful of residents. They left my grandmother in a soaking wet urine bed all day, refuse to put her ear plugs in for showers (dr. Instructed this), leaves her in a wheelchair
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Beware. This place in neglectful of residents. They left my grandmother in a soaking wet urine bed all day, refuse to put her ear plugs in for showers (dr. Instructed this), leaves her in a wheelchair for hours even with her requesting to be put in bed. Send your family member anywhere but here!
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Beware. This place in neglectful of residents. They left my grandmother in a soaking wet urine bed all day, refuse to put her ear plugs in for showers (dr. Instructed this), leaves her in a wheelchair
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Beware. This place in neglectful of residents. They left my grandmother in a soaking wet urine bed all day, refuse to put her ear plugs in for showers (dr. Instructed this), leaves her in a wheelchair for hours even with her requesting to be put in bed. Send your family member anywhere but here!
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Jeffrey Place Healthcare Center
820 Jeffrey St, Waco, TX, 76710
Awesome staff. The staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. On the few occasions that I have visited no matter the time or day the residents really seem to be engaged . Ms.Tammy does a great
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Awesome staff. The staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. On the few occasions that I have visited no matter the time or day the residents really seem to be engaged . Ms.Tammy does a great job with activities for the residents. The entire staff has proven helpful on several occasions. I would recommend this facility and staff to anyone seeking a great place for their love ones.
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Awesome staff. The staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. On the few occasions that I have visited no matter the time or day the residents really seem to be engaged . Ms.Tammy does a great
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Awesome staff. The staff is very friendly and extremely helpful. On the few occasions that I have visited no matter the time or day the residents really seem to be engaged . Ms.Tammy does a great job with activities for the residents. The entire staff has proven helpful on several occasions. I would recommend this facility and staff to anyone seeking a great place for their love ones.
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Quality Care of Waco
2501 MAPLE AVE, Waco, TX, 76707
This is the third facility I have lived in and it is an older building but the level of care is very good the staff is outstanding in their treatment of patients the room s are very good with individu
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This is the third facility I have lived in and it is an older building but the level of care is very good the staff is outstanding in their treatment of patients the room s are very good with individual ac and heating units the beds are very comfortable
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This is the third facility I have lived in and it is an older building but the level of care is very good the staff is outstanding in their treatment of patients the room s are very good with individu
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This is the third facility I have lived in and it is an older building but the level of care is very good the staff is outstanding in their treatment of patients the room s are very good with individual ac and heating units the beds are very comfortable
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West Rest Haven
503 Meadow Dr, West, TX, 76691
This rest home is perfect for my gramma. They have very clean, well kept facilities. There are plenty of windows, which I think helps it not feel so "nursing home" and more like "home." The staff has
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This rest home is perfect for my gramma. They have very clean, well kept facilities. There are plenty of windows, which I think helps it not feel so "nursing home" and more like "home." The staff has always been wonderful to us and my gramma. Last Christmas, there was a great family dinner complete with dessert that we got to eat with Gramma. She eats like a queen there. Three full meals a day with dessert! The food keeps her spirits up, even when she gets fussy. Every time she has gotten hurt, the staff has always been there to take care of her. I feel there responses were quick and proper. One of the best parts of this rest home is the birds that live in their sitting area. I know they all love to watch the birds and feed them. They all have names and their enclosure always gets dressed up for the holidays.
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This rest home is perfect for my gramma. They have very clean, well kept facilities. There are plenty of windows, which I think helps it not feel so "nursing home" and more like "home." The staff has
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This rest home is perfect for my gramma. They have very clean, well kept facilities. There are plenty of windows, which I think helps it not feel so "nursing home" and more like "home." The staff has always been wonderful to us and my gramma. Last Christmas, there was a great family dinner complete with dessert that we got to eat with Gramma. She eats like a queen there. Three full meals a day with dessert! The food keeps her spirits up, even when she gets fussy. Every time she has gotten hurt, the staff has always been there to take care of her. I feel there responses were quick and proper. One of the best parts of this rest home is the birds that live in their sitting area. I know they all love to watch the birds and feed them. They all have names and their enclosure always gets dressed up for the holidays.
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Hewitt Nursing & Rehab
8836 Mars Drive, Hewitt, TX, 76643
Please do your research before coming to the center. Rooms are very nice, facilities are clean, and most of the staff is very friendly. However, they are way understaffed, and do not have enough emplo
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Please do your research before coming to the center. Rooms are very nice, facilities are clean, and most of the staff is very friendly. However, they are way understaffed, and do not have enough employees on each shift to meet the needs of their patients. Some of the nurses can be rather rude when trying to talk with them. Patients are at the point of being neglected With two hour wait not uncommon anytime you used the call light. Staff spends a lot of time on their cell phones rather than concentrating on their work.
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Please do your research before coming to the center. Rooms are very nice, facilities are clean, and most of the staff is very friendly. However, they are way understaffed, and do not have enough emplo
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Please do your research before coming to the center. Rooms are very nice, facilities are clean, and most of the staff is very friendly. However, they are way understaffed, and do not have enough employees on each shift to meet the needs of their patients. Some of the nurses can be rather rude when trying to talk with them. Patients are at the point of being neglected With two hour wait not uncommon anytime you used the call light. Staff spends a lot of time on their cell phones rather than concentrating on their work.
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Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center
100 Hillcrest Medical Boulevard, Woodway, TX, 76712
My father has been at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest for rehab. It was a long-term situation, but it was a good experience for the most part. We’ve been in there twice. The second
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My father has been at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest for rehab. It was a long-term situation, but it was a good experience for the most part. We’ve been in there twice. The second time he had some health issues that caused a problem and he was put back in the hospital. It’s a good facility. They did three hours of therapy per day, which was really good because that’s more than you can ever get in an outpatient setting. It was about 100 times more than we got in either one of the other places we went that we were supposed to get rehab at. They also had a full-time doctor on-staff that came in every day and checked health issues and was able to prescribe medicines for and to treat the health issues while you were there. Just like a hospital type setting, you had your meals and you had regular treatments.
It was a good setup. You could still get your medical stuff taken care of and get the rehab you needed, everything, all in one setting. For the most part, all the treatment personnel and the nurses and everybody that came and took care of him were really nice. I would rate them a five the first time we were there. The second time, because of all the medical issues and things that we were having to do to keep him from being discharged, which I had to appeal twice, I would have to say it was a three out of five. That’s not anything against the treatment personnel. The treatment personnel were great, but the administration was horrible. I had to give the administration a one out of five, but the treatment personnel were so good. The workers and the nurses and everything were great. The administration had left something to be desired.
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My father has been at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest for rehab. It was a long-term situation, but it was a good experience for the most part. We’ve been in there twice. The second
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My father has been at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest for rehab. It was a long-term situation, but it was a good experience for the most part. We’ve been in there twice. The second time he had some health issues that caused a problem and he was put back in the hospital. It’s a good facility. They did three hours of therapy per day, which was really good because that’s more than you can ever get in an outpatient setting. It was about 100 times more than we got in either one of the other places we went that we were supposed to get rehab at. They also had a full-time doctor on-staff that came in every day and checked health issues and was able to prescribe medicines for and to treat the health issues while you were there. Just like a hospital type setting, you had your meals and you had regular treatments.
It was a good setup. You could still get your medical stuff taken care of and get the rehab you needed, everything, all in one setting. For the most part, all the treatment personnel and the nurses and everybody that came and took care of him were really nice. I would rate them a five the first time we were there. The second time, because of all the medical issues and things that we were having to do to keep him from being discharged, which I had to appeal twice, I would have to say it was a three out of five. That’s not anything against the treatment personnel. The treatment personnel were great, but the administration was horrible. I had to give the administration a one out of five, but the treatment personnel were so good. The workers and the nurses and everything were great. The administration had left something to be desired.
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Westview Manor
414 Johnson Drive, Mc Gregor, TX, 76657
Since my mom has a memory problem, we have chosen Westview Manor because they have locked areas where she stays, so that was the main thing. The room is just average. Some of the employees are really,
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Since my mom has a memory problem, we have chosen Westview Manor because they have locked areas where she stays, so that was the main thing. The room is just average. Some of the employees are really, really nice, and then some of them just don’t talk to you hardly at all. I have not tried their food, but they don’t look all that good. I would say they’re average. However, the dining area is good. They usually eat in a big, open community area. It’s always clean and everything looks nice. They have an outdoor courtyard that’s enclosed, and they do lots of activities. They have bands and people come and sing for them. They play games and stuff, so it seems like they have a lot of activities. My mom has adjusted pretty well, so for her, it has been OK. We haven’t been 100% satisfied with it, but it fits OK for us.
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Since my mom has a memory problem, we have chosen Westview Manor because they have locked areas where she stays, so that was the main thing. The room is just average. Some of the employees are really,
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Since my mom has a memory problem, we have chosen Westview Manor because they have locked areas where she stays, so that was the main thing. The room is just average. Some of the employees are really, really nice, and then some of them just don’t talk to you hardly at all. I have not tried their food, but they don’t look all that good. I would say they’re average. However, the dining area is good. They usually eat in a big, open community area. It’s always clean and everything looks nice. They have an outdoor courtyard that’s enclosed, and they do lots of activities. They have bands and people come and sing for them. They play games and stuff, so it seems like they have a lot of activities. My mom has adjusted pretty well, so for her, it has been OK. We haven’t been 100% satisfied with it, but it fits OK for us.
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The Courtyard at Hewitt Nursing and Rehabilitation
8836 MARS DR, Hewitt, TX, 76643
Very Clean facility compared to most everyone Ive ever seen. Matnience lacks I request her tv hung day 1 2 years later still sits where it started, Cleaning department misses alot of skin cells , dust
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Very Clean facility compared to most everyone Ive ever seen. Matnience lacks I request her tv hung day 1 2 years later still sits where it started, Cleaning department misses alot of skin cells , dusting and really should change bedding and mom more often these patients cant do for themselves. Nurses seem somewhat friendly but really not up on meds or what ect.. Book keeping lacks my mother has had things taken also’ Hair salon is wonderful for the patients & activities.
Not perfect but by far the best place in the area,
To bad workers arent more trained and caring :O(
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Very Clean facility compared to most everyone Ive ever seen. Matnience lacks I request her tv hung day 1 2 years later still sits where it started, Cleaning department misses alot of skin cells , dust
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Very Clean facility compared to most everyone Ive ever seen. Matnience lacks I request her tv hung day 1 2 years later still sits where it started, Cleaning department misses alot of skin cells , dusting and really should change bedding and mom more often these patients cant do for themselves. Nurses seem somewhat friendly but really not up on meds or what ect.. Book keeping lacks my mother has had things taken also’ Hair salon is wonderful for the patients & activities.
Not perfect but by far the best place in the area,
To bad workers arent more trained and caring :O(
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Nursing Home Costs in Waco, Texas
Seniors in Waco pay approximately $4,745 per month for a semiprivate room in a nursing home, and private accommodations cost $5,734 on average
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
In Waco, Texas, a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs an average of $4,745, which is about $274 cheaper than the Texas average of $5,019 and $3,011 less expensive than the national median of $7,756. Compared to all the surrounding cities, Waco is the cheapest. Dallas and Killeen are very close in price, coming in at $5,171 and $5,191, respectively. Austin is about $450 more expensive than Waco at $5,201 per month, and College Station is the most expensive in the immediate surrounding area at $5,262
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
When family members are looking at nursing home care costs, it’s also a good idea to compare the costs of other types of senior care. This helps family members make the best decisions for their loved ones and the type of care they need. In the Waco area, adult day health care is the cheapest, costing an average of $975 per month. Assisted living is next, with prices averaging $3,763. Both home care and home health care are a bit more expensive, coming in at $4,004 and bridging the gap between assisted living and nursing home care. A semiprivate room is the most affordable type of nursing home care and costs an average of $4,745 per month in Waco, while a private room costs about $5,743.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Waco, Texas
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in Waco, Texas
The following table provides resources for seniors in the Waco, Texas, area who may need help remaining at home.
Resource
Contact
Service
(254) 772-9317
The Harrison Senior Center located in Waco provides seniors with a place to connect with the community and stay active and engaged in hobbies and friendships. The center is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and hosts various activities, including gardening and exercise classes.
(254) 292-1800
The Heart of Texas Area Agency on Aging helps connect seniors in Waco and the surrounding areas with area agencies, resources and other support services that can help them remain at home as long as possible or make the transition to nursing home care easier. The Area Agency on Aging provides information to seniors about Medicare benefits and care coordination and offers a caregiver support group and training seminars.
(254) 752-0316
For seniors who are no longer able to make meals for themselves, the Waco chapter of Meals on Wheels can provide some assistance. Qualifying seniors can get daily meals delivered, and volunteers can also do very basic wellness checks while they're there to ensure the recipients are in good health.