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Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement review
The meals could be fresher and healthier but the people there are very nice. We would recommend Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement to other families, however it would depend on their loved ones needs.
About the facility Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living is a pet-friendly independent living community located in Allen, Texas. Residents here enjoy spending time in the lovely indoor and outdoor common areas designed with comfort in mind. What makes Alexis Estates special are the on-site management teams, helping to ensure that the community meets its standard of service.
Services and Amenities
Alexis Estates is perfect for independent seniors wishing to continue their active retirement lifestyle. The community offers tons of opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, and enjoy intellectual and cultural pursuits. Popular activities include:
- creative writing classes
- book and garden clubs
- discussion groups
- creative arts projects
- scheduled outings
- social events
- cooking demonstrations
- …and more!
This community offers independent living in a safe, caring environment where seniors can be surrounded by their peers. Professional and attentive staff are always available to check up on resident needs. Alexis Estates also offers private home care providers to help with more advanced medical conditions. Physical and occupational therapy is available on-site.
For a reasonable fee, residents here enjoy access to regular fitness programs, three chef-prepared meals served daily, planned activities and events, weekly housekeeping and linen service, transportation to outings and doctors' appointments, and so much more!
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Amenities at Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
Healthcare Services
- Medication Management
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
Meals & Dining
- Meals Provided
- Room Service
- Guest Meals
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant Style Dining
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Ground Floor Units
- Bath Tubs
- Handicap Accessible
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Air Conditioned
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Kitchenette
Community Amenities
On-site dining options
- Café or Bistro
- Private Dining Room
Transportation & parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Resident Parking Available
- Uncovered Parking
Pets
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
Common areas
- Indoor Atrium
- Outdoor Common Areas
- TV Lounge
- Outside Patio
- Central Fireplace
- Library
- Beauty Salon
- Indoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Meeting Room
- Barber Shop
Recreational areas
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- Raised Garden Beds
- Ballroom
- Fitness Center
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
- Piano or Organ
Services
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Beautician
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
Languages spoken
- English
Activities
- Mormon/LDS Services
- Cooking Classes
- Gardening Club
- Stretching Classes
- Dances
- Activities On-site
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Holiday Parties
- Activities Off-site
- Jewish Services
- Karaoke
- Happy Hour
- Protestant Services
- Catholic Services
- Pet-focused Programs
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Wii Bowling
- Trivia Games
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Community Service Programs
- Art Classes
- Live Well Programs
- Day Trips and Outings
- Other Religious Services
- BBQs or Picnics
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Birthday Parties
- Live Musical Performances
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A Place for Mom has scored Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living with 7.4 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living has 36 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
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4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Care Services
4.6
Staff
4.4
Meals & Dining
3.1
Activities
4.6
Value for Cost
4.6
A Place for Mom has scored Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living with 7.4 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living has 36 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
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Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
July 30, 2024
Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement review
The meals could be fresher and healthier but the people there are very nice. We would recommend Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement to other families, however it would depend on their loved ones needs.
Sheila - Family/friend
Independent Living
June 21, 2024
Great and clean facility, caring and friendly staff.
The main area is very clean, could use some landscaping, flowers, grass where sprinkler lines are laying. We LOVE [name removed] and [name removed]! They are amazing!! They truly care!! Our loved one doesn't get "care" but they all seem to care. When it comes to the meals and dining some days are good and some are not so good. There are A LOT of activities! It is a good value but hate the yearly increases. He's on a fixed income. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families. My neighbor is moving her dad into Alexis bc of my recommendation
Nancy - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 22, 2023
Alexis Estates has been a great experience for our family!
I like how close Alexis is to me that I can stop by frequently!
Also like that there is Legacy Healthcare on-site as well as A Better Solution to help them stay in independent living.
Like the courtyard and areas for sitting outside.
Just started using the delivery for breakfast and that is super helpful. My parents could never get there at 8 AM and I did not know about the service.
They need to be able to keep an activity director though and would appreciate some more variety of activities.
Doyle Nelson - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 27, 2023
Not a good place senior old folks! Would not recommend!
They have people work there that won’t take care of the residents! They take the money and no services ! Bad place! They are trash! To put it mildly! Would never recommend this place! Thanks for your concerns!
Sheila N - Family/friend
Independent Living
December 12, 2022
Great Place to Be
They have been really good to my loved one. They have plenty of activites, my loved one does not participate yet. The food could be improved, by adding a better quality of options. They take care of my loved one, keep the place clean, and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend to other families.
Cynthia - Family/friend
Independent Living
September 12, 2022
The right choice for our family
The meals are good, but they serve a lot of chicken and very little fruit. The fruit seems to be canned and not fresh. I would like to see more fresh options. The facility is clean. The staff is very receptive to me. I feel like I'm heard when I communicate with them. My sister is happy with them and likes it there. The staff goes the extra mile to make sure the residents have what they need. For instance, my sister misplaced her charger for her cell phone one day and was going to use the transportation to go to Walmart that afternoon. The staff got one for her and made sure her phone was charged for her trip. I visit about every other week and am very pleased. The activities are ok, they bring in entertainers and the residents seem to be satisfied with them and attendance seems high. Their bus service is great, also! They offer the help/call button necklace as well, which is very important to us. Housekeeping is once a week and they do a good job. I like that the facility is updated and more modern. I would definitely recommend this facility!
Response from Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
September 21, 2022
Cynthia, thanks so much for your feedback and your review of Alexis Estates.
Jennifer G - Family/friend
Independent Living
May 12, 2022
We moved my mom to Alexis from another state. She is independent and we were excited about everything they offered their residents to stay active and also form a sense of community. Her apartment is immaculate, staff is friendly, understanding and helpful. Highly recommend Alexis!
Response from Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
May 26, 2022
Thank you so much for your review, Jennifer!
Steve W - Family/friend
Independent Living
January 24, 2022
My review of Alexis Estates
The staff are all very friendly. This community is for independent living and you can get as much assistance as you need or no assistant at all. It is all up to your loved one and what they feel that they need and if they need help in the community. The resident seem to be very happy here.
Response from Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
February 2, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words about our community and staff!
J H - Toured community
Independent Living
December 10, 2021
My tour review
This community was fabulous and it happen to be our first choice. It was just too expensive for the budget we had for my loved one.
Response from Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living
December 15, 2021
J H, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help!
anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
August 2, 2021
My experience
Alexis Estates is a lovely facility. It is very well appointed. It is small of course when you come from a home to an apartment it can be shocking. The advertising that they do coming from the cooperate office is not factual. They advertise independent living, but about 30-40% of the people here should be in assisted living. They do not have enough staff to assist everyone. Also the food is advertised with a great chef and 3 meals a day, which was a huge plus, but that is not the case here. The army has much better food than what is served here. The food is not presented well, and does not look good when it comes out. An evening meal on Sunday would be hot dogs and beans, which for the amount of money being spent, we should not get hot dogs and beans.
Marty - Family/friend
Independent Living
June 1, 2021
Very happy - Glad we got to know Alexis Estates and got my loved one there.
I'm pretty darn happy with them. I would tell people they should consider it here. I would also tell them that proximity is really important, having your loved one close to you. Alexis Estates is only a mile from my house, which I really enjoy. I know they take the residents to Walmart and on different shopping outings, so it's close by to different things. I see them in there cleaning regularly, and the housekeeper will stop and talk to me and let me know what's going on with my loved one. Lately my loved one with Alzheimer's has been mad at me, so they'll warn me ahead of time. She's had extra problems with her health since she moved in, and they've been very flexible, answering any questions and making sure she's comfortable. I can call the front desk and get an informal report on how she's doing, since I can't go in to see her. I feel like she's been a troublesome patient recently due to her Alzheimer's, and the employees there have really taken it in stride and worked with me to get things fixed and get my loved one to a better place. So I've been really happy with that. My mom's pretty picky, but she still seems to like the food. And she always seems to have plenty going on as far as activities go.
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
January 27, 2021
The community is clean, inviting, and safe. The staff seems to be very caring and helpful. Unfortunately, it was outside Mom's price range.
Terri Palmer - Family/friend
Independent Living
November 11, 2020
Follow the Rainbow!!
On my first review of Alexia Estates, I mentioned if you look for a rainbow in the sky, follow it as it will land on the rooftop of Alexis Estates Independent Retirement! My mom and I were so elated to what Alexis Estates offered her, especially comparing Alexis Estates to a more expensive Independent Care facility my mom came from. Unfortunately, at 94, she now resides above that rainbow! My mom had been in and out of hospitals and nursing homes but continued to keep the strength to return to Alexis Estates. It was family, comfort and the most awesome manager teams that lives on campus and is always present with a hug or talk of a dance! It is those 4 – [names removed] that make the difference! In addition, as my mom aged and needed more care, she could have not continued in Independent care had it not been for [name removed] with Senior Shield Caregiving (In-house care). She was my mom’s lifeline. And the embrace all five made to communicate and cover my mom’s needs plus make her life fun and comfortable… I just can’t thank them enough. I will miss stopping by! They make everyone’s life a joy to be around!
Lisa F. - Family/friend
Independent Living
June 1, 2020
Stress-free living
The staff are very helpful and even available after hours if needed. The food is really very good with a lot of menu options and my parents love that. The community is smaller and everyone knows each other. My parents have made a lot of friends. They offer a variety of activities to choose from. There is something for everyone. Their apartment is great. It is smaller but they really enjoy their balcony. Moving to this community has taken a lot of stress off on my parents and our family.
Terri Palmer - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 18, 2020
We Found OZ!
If you look in the sky over Allen and see a rainbow, follow it! It will take you to Alexis Estates Retirement where there is a warm, welcoming community. What differentiates Alexis Estates from any other retirement facility my 93 year old mom has lived in, is there are two lovely couples that live on campus and are ever-present.[Names removed] are the Perfect Management Team that touch base with every resident during meals, eats with the group and keeps an eye on anyone not eating, not attending and will then follow up. Plus the management team is just so loving which is so refreshing for those that don’t have love ones visiting. These folks become your family! The biggest advantage is if there is an emergency off-hours or you have fallen, you pull the cord or beep your alarm and someone from the management team is there in 10 minutes! Alexis Estates has a 24 hour ice cream machine in the Bistro (!), fresh fruit, coffee and homemade bake goods available, 3 really delicious meals, 3 excellent care giving companies to choose from for aging-in-place, a Physical Therapist on-property, monthly family events and tons of activities during the day to do or attend externally. So well organized, run by just the warmest, loving managers leading to a very happy community! You have found Oz!! And I thank you for all the support you provided my mom. Just no comparison!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 18, 2020
If you look in the sky over Allen and see a rainbow, follow it! It will take you to Alexis Estates Retirement where there is a warm, welcoming community. What differentiates Alexis Estates from any other retirement facility my 93 year old mom has lived in, is there are two lovely couples that live on campus and are ever-present. Patti, Jim, Tracy and Brian are the Perfect Management Team that touch base with every resident during meals, eats with the group and keeps an eye on anyone not eating, not attending and will then follow up. Plus the management team is just so loving which is so refreshing for those that don’t have love ones visiting. These folks become your family! The biggest advantage is if there is an emergency off-hours or you have fallen, you pull the cord or beep your alarm and someone from the management team is there in 10 minutes! Alexis Estates has a 24 hour ice cream machine in the Bistro (!), fresh fruit, coffee and homemade bake goods available, 3 really delicious meals, 3 excellent care giving companies to choose from for aging-in-place, a Physical Therapist on-property, monthly family events and tons of activities during the day to do or attend externally. So well organized, run by just the warmest, loving managers leading to a very happy community!
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
September 27, 2019
great place. loved it!
Melinda Zachery - Family/friend
Independent Living
February 19, 2019
Review of Alexis Estates
I cannot express enough gratitude towards this community! Every manager, every housekeeper, every waitstaff, everyone involved here is top of the line! How incredible it is and rewarding to see my 88 yr old mother thriving as I haven't seen her do in 5 years. The fellowship and camaraderie between staff and residents is outstanding. That you from the bottom of my heart. This establishment answered prayers.
Charles Strong - Resident/client
Independent Living
February 18, 2019
Review of Alexis Estates
Ideal place for my needs. Apartment housekeeping and maintenance has been good. Food service is reliable and you do not have to cook or clean up. Good experience in living so far.
Etta - Resident/client
Independent Living
February 18, 2019
Review of Alexis Estates
I love living here and I have no plans to leave - unless they take on strict rules. I have a sweet little dog and love that dogs are welcome here, & I always clean up after him to show my appreciation!
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