
Buckner Villas
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Continuing Care Communities, and Memory Care
Reviews of Buckner Villas
Assisted Living Reviews for Buckner Villas
July 04, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
May 08, 2018
I visited this facility
August 21, 2017
I visited this facility
May 10, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
August 28, 2014
I visited this facility
March 13, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
January 10, 2012
I visited this facility
Independent Living Reviews for Buckner Villas
September 10, 2021
I visited this facility
Provider Response
Hi, Don. Thank you for your kind review of our community. We're glad that we were able impress you with our beautiful campus and knowledgeable and long-tenured staff. Inspiring Happiness is our goal every day!
August 29, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Provider Response
Hi, Mary! Thank you for the positive review! We're so glad you and your parents are enjoying all that Buckner Villas has to offer. We look forward to seeing you soon!
April 04, 2021
I visited this facility
Provider Response
Hi, Joyce. Thank you for your kind review. We're sorry that you won't be joining us at Buckner Villas, but wanted to let you know that we do have an indoor swimming pool and that it's fully open for residents to enjoy. Last week we had our first water volleyball game of the season! If you'd like to come back for another tour or to discuss further, please let us know and we would be more than happy to talk through all of our options again.
October 09, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
September 07, 2017
I visited this facility
September 29, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
February 10, 2015
I visited this facility
September 26, 2013
I visited this facility
March 29, 2013
I visited this facility
April 10, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Questions about Buckner Villas
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Regular training is provided to all Harbor staff.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Buckner Villas. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Average age is mid to late 80's. Buckner Villas residents enjoy the beautifully landscaped outdoor areas of the 25-acre community, dining with one another and enjoying one another's company during social activities.
What programs or activities does Buckner Villas offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Exercise classes, arts and crafts, game groups, manicures, tea time, etc.
What places are near Buckner Villas or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Buckner Villas is tucked in a residential neighborhood, but the 25-acre community has plenty of walking paths, outdoor exercise stations, beautifully landscaped grounds to enjoy and a woodworking shop.
What transportation services does Buckner Villas offer to assisted living residents?
Transportation services take residents to and from physician/medical appointments and the grocery store.
What makes the chef or dining program at Buckner Villas exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Buckner Villas' Director of Dining Services is a CEC (Certified Executive Chef) and the Dining Room serves 3 meals daily with several choices.
What safety features or security measures does Buckner Villas offer to assisted living residents?
Every assisted living apartment has an emergency pull cord and staff available 24/7.
How does Buckner Villas keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Buckner Villas strives to communicate thoroughly and are available to residents and families for any questions they may assist with. Buckner Villas also uses a OneCall system, which communicates regularly for Covid related updates via phone, text, and email.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Buckner Villas during daytime and nighttime hours?
Our team would be happy to discuss this in greater detail at your convenience, but daily staff is made up of licensed Nurses, Certified Medication Aides, Certified Nurses Aides and Activity staff.
If Buckner Villas accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Buckner Villas is pet friendly in assisted living, with certain stipulations in place. Plenty of outdoor spaces to walk a dog on the 25-acres.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Buckner Villas has monthly training classes that all staff are required to complete for various skills and knowledge sharpening.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Numerous shopping centers are located 3-4 miles away, but many residents enjoy the 25-acre community and outdoor areas. Several golf courses are within 20 minutes as well.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Buckner Villas has organized?
Day trips to Fredericksburg, Salado and Gruene, along with local trips to the Bob Bullock Museum, car shows and local restaurants.
What transportation services does Buckner Villas offer to independent living residents?
Door to door service for medical appointments, weekly trips for shopping.
What makes the chef or dining program at Buckner Villas exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Buckner Villas Director of Dining Services is a CEC (Certified Executive Chef) and the independent living boasts two separate dining venues: Restaurant GreenRidge, serving three-course meals with table service and many options daily or The Bistro, serving casual, yet delicious fare as an alternative. Residents have their choice.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Wellness Center with a modern gym, fitness studio and indoor pool, new movie theater with reclining seating, salon/spa and barbershop, multiple social event areas, parking garage, covered/reserved parking, grand lawn and patios.
What safety features or security measures does Buckner Villas offer to independent living residents?
Fenced/gated community, front desk staffed 24/7 with overnight security service, security cameras, emergency response pull cord in every apartment.
If Buckner Villas accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Pet friendly with plenty of outdoor areas to walk them, spread out over 25-acres.
Does Buckner Villas work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Yes.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Our team would be happy to discuss this in greater detail at your convenience, but daily staff is made up of licensed Nurses, Certified Medication Aides, Certified Nurses Aides and Activity staff.
What safety features or security measures does Buckner Villas provide to protect residents who wander?
Staff education and high staff retention means the Buckner Villas team knows each resident and their tendencies very well. If needed, the Harbor Memory Care is a secure building with keypad access required for entry and exit.
What programs or activities does Buckner Villas offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Daily activities focused on memory loss. Many different methods are employed and we would be happy to discuss these with you.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Buckner Villas employs an Assisted Living Director, who works directly with nursing staff and overall health is continuously monitored by the community Medical Director and/or the resident's personal physicians(s).
What techniques does Buckner Villas use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Staff are present and able to assist during the entirety of all meal times in a restaurant style dining setting.
How does Buckner Villas keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Buckner Villas provides regularly scheduled care plans, but are available to resident's families for discussion at their convenience.
Describe the neighborhood around Buckner Villas. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Buckner Villas is located on a 25-acre, park like campus, surrounded mostly by several residential neighborhoods, but is also only a few blocks from I-35 for convenience.
Is Buckner Villas affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Buckner Villas works with all hospitals and is in very close proximity to several.
Costs for Buckner Villas
Services and Amenities of Buckner Villas
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3560/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $2870/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $6100/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: No
- Studio Apartments
- Detached Homes
General
- Resident Capacity: 227
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 62
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed Only
Licenses
- State Licenses: #150005
About Buckner Villas
At Buckner Villas, you'll find a continuum of care to meet your needs both today and tomorrow. Whether you're an active senior adult looking for an independent lifestyle or in search of nursing or memory care, we've got you covered. As a faith-based nonprofit community, we promise to hold ourselves to a Christ-like and servant-hearted standard as we strive to bring you the highest quality of life. At Buckner Villas, we promise to inspire happiness every day. Buckner Villas is the premier choice for senior living in Austin, Texas with options that range from independent living communities that offer maintenance-free lifestyles or assisted living programs designed specifically for seniors who require assistance with daily activities but want to uphold their dignity and privacy. For those families searching for memory care or Alzheimer's care in Austin TX, the decision can be one of the most difficult journeys they'll make alone; that's why The Harbor was designed with families in mind - providing a safe environment where residents feel at home and are cared for by staff trained in dementia support.
What Makes Us Special
These are the best years of your life, so why settle for anything less than exactly what you want? Here at Buckner Retirement Services, we strive to enhance your lifestyle, not inhibit it. No matter your interests, activity level or needs, you can have a senior living experience that is tailored to you.
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