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Last year I became Power of Attorney over my cousin. I had to move her closer to where I lived. Originally I placed her in a Nursing facility. She was only there for a short time when I realized she would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Living Springs Village offers elders the finest residential style assisted living in a uniquely designed home limited to 16 residents. In contrast to larger, skilled nursing homes and institutional style facilities, we provide increased staffing, better facilities and a higher standard of care to...
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9.1
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Mom has enjoyed her stay. The property has been bought by another company and the facility is now called Lynridge of Waco. New owners are making improvements. The food has improved since moving there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located in historic Waco, our charming Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers you fun and engaging ways to continue a life well lived. Enjoy all that the city has to offer while being tucked away in a friendly community with a home-like atmosphere. From taking a stroll on...
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99 Photos available
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8.9
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13 reviews
8.9
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13 reviews
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We have been very happy with her living there. They are great. No complaints. Staff: Super friendly and responsive. Give family their cell phone numbers for easy access with any needs that come up....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
They say everything is bigger in Texas. That's certainly true at Ascension Living Providence Village, where you'll have opportunities to make your retirement as big as you want. For those looking for an active lifestyle, we're conveniently located close to boating, fishing and hiking of Lake...
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8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
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This is a great option for those with limited finances. The staff is friendly and helpful. My dad likes the fact that in lieu of breakfast, he’s not a morning person, they offer him two lunches. There is an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
About Us:Since 1985, Ridgecrest has been committed to being Waco's finest option for retirement living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. We offer elegant residential living for all levels of Senior Care. Long known as Waco's premiere choice for retirement living, Ridgecrest can now...
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43 reviews
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43 reviews
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Our moms stay at arbor house has been wonderful. The staff and employees are very aware of the needs of each individual and are quick to respond to their needs. My family highly recommend this assisted ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Trustworthy, Creative, Knowledgeable, Positive, Enthusiastic, Energetic, Welcoming, Flexible, and Experienced are all attributes that the management team contribute to the culture at Arbor House Assisted Living and Memory Care. These ladies have provided stability and continuity of care with the...
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88 Floor plans available
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9.9
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32 reviews
9.9
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32 reviews
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The facility/staff are amazing. They treat each resident like they are the only one that matters. They know everyone by name and get to know family too. My mom has a studio apartment and it is perfect for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Delaney at Lake Waco is \managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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9.6
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32 reviews
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32 reviews
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We have been at Brookdale Lakeshore for 6 years. The care our mother has received, especially since the arrival of the new director has been wonderful. They are truely our extended family.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When you join us at our assisted living community in Waco, Texas, we’ll take care of the responsibilities — housekeeping, laundry, cooking and providing just the right amount of personal assistance and care to make your life easier — so you can spend your days doing exactly what you want....
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9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
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I absolutely loved the facility. It had everything mom needed. The staff was very helpful and accommodating upon mother's move in and move out. The meals were well made and I especially enjoyed the dinning...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Create your cozy sanctuary in a spacious, private apartment and engage with friends and neighbors in our charming, home-like environment. Our assisted living community, which provides both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, is nestled on 11 wooded acres on the banks of the Brazos...
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6.5
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6.5
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My siblings and I are all pleased with everything that the Blake at Waco has to offer so far. Staff is very friendly and accommodating to our parents needs.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Blake at Waco, located in the historic South Side, features resort-style comfort and service. Hospitality and luxury are blended to create an exceptional senior retirement community. You are going to feel right at home!The Blake at Waco, a 112 unit (118 beds) assisted living and memory care...
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The overall cleanliness of the community was one of the biggest things that stood out to us as well as it being a smaller scale community. One of the things we were looking for was efficient medication...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Mercy House Waco is an assisted living community living located in the peaceful town of Waco, McLennan County, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. Designed to serve at least 16 seniors, the community is enclosed with major shops and stores within the neighborhood. Residents get the...
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We have been really impressed with not only the day to day staff but the higher ups in management with just how friendly and helpful they have been. They have had to cut back on the activities but we do wish...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Stoney Brook of Hewitt's comprehensive assisted living services are for those who choose or require assistance with their daily needs, but wish to remain as independent as possible. We provide a spectrum of services tailored for each resident, meaning greater choices and flexibility today and as...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Residency at Ridgewood is a boutique assisted living and memory care community located close to Lake Waco and both local hospitals and medical facilities. We are owned and operated by a life-long Wacoan and female entrepreneur with over 25 years of nursing experience caring for senior adults. We...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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This community is a great place for rehabilitation services. The people were nice and the community was clean. The food was ok and I would recommend this community.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Willow Grove, TX

The average cost of senior living in Willow Grove is $4,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leroy, TX with an average of $4,283 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Willow Grove, TX vs. nearby cities

Willow Grove, TX
$4,758/mo
$4,758/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Willow Grove, TX vs. the state and national average

Willow Grove, TX
$4,758/mo
$4,688/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Willow Grove vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,758/mo
$4,758/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Willow Grove, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$5,295/mo
Studio
$4,475/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,260/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Willow Grove, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Willow Grove.

What families are saying about assisted living in Willow Grove

Recent reviews for assisted living in Willow Grove

Stoney Brook of Hewitt

4.9
We were very fond of Stoney Brook right away, even though our loved one was not there for very long we were very impressed. They are a small enough community to where the residents will get more one on one care. Overall our loved one was pleased with the meals and dining, and we were pleased ...
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The Blake at Waco

4.3
my loved one is so happy to live here. the residents are friendly and the staff is wonderful.

Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, TX

5.0
Mother has been a resident here for eleven years. The staff is doing a good job. The director and activities coordinator go above and beyond to help residents stay active and involved. The nurse addresses the healthcare needs. Maintenance is very helpful.

Willow Grove review score based on 75 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 75 reviews of 15 Willow Grove assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Willow Grove review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Willow Grove review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Willow Grove assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 75 reviews of 15 Willow Grove assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Willow Grove resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Willow Grove, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.6
4.1
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Willow Grove assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willow Grove assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willow Grove, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Willow Grove assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Willow Grove that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Willow Grove, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
86.7%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.7%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.7%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
53.3%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Willow Grove assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Willow Grove Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Willow Grove, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Willow Grove assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Willow Grove partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Willow Grove, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Willow Grove assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Willow Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Willow Grove, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
60%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willow Grove assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Willow Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Willow Grove, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
73.3%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.3%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
86.7%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Willow Grove

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Willow Grove protect seniors.

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Arbor House of Waco, The Delaney at Lake Waco and Brookdale Lakeshore are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Willow Grove, Texas. See full list of communities.

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