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Waco is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 19 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Waco, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Waco is about $4,596, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 405 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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9.6
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38 reviews
My mom is a resident at Brookdale Lakeshore and my siblings and I couldn't be happier with her care. The staff is professional while still showing compassion and love to my mom.
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....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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49 reviews
[name removed] and all of the staff at Brookdale have been and are to be commended for their hard work and attention to the tenants. Those living there too have been loving and receptive to [name removed]...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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38 reviews
They are excellent in everything. Director for the Dementia/Alzheimer's which is [name removed] she is amazing! She is a 10 plus! She is doing a fantastic job with her residents! Plus they keep their...
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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9.3
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16 reviews
The staff is very helpful and calls me when they have questions or need something for my elderly mother. I did not like that they sent her to the emergency room thinking she was having a stroke. The...
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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9.2
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48 reviews
My dad likes it so much here. He loves the caring staff and thinks the food is incredible. We love it and feel like we finally have dad in a place where he gets all the care and attention he requires...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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33 reviews
The facility is open and roomy and well lit. They have good programs to help those in memory care, and the staff has been very helpful for him
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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8.5
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17 reviews
What we like the most about Mercy House is the smallness of it. Get to know caregivers and patients. Dr. Comes to residents. Yes, we would most definitely recommend this community to other families.
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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8.0
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19 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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8 reviews
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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7.7
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14 reviews
The staff are caring and absolutely great at caring for my Mom and communicating with me. I cannot say enough about the staff. After touring many facilities and having my mother reside in another one prior...
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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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
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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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So far so good at The Brazos of Waco. The physical therapy has been very good. The staff is friendly but sometimes my loved one complains that the aides are not coming as quickly as they should be. This...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Brazos of Waco is a luxurious community that fosters wellness and independence through skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. We are a team of interdisciplinary experts passionate about providing you with the highest quality short-term and long-term therapy.Our modern facility was built...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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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
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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.
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My mother came to the Atrium after suffering a stroke for rehab. The staff have been wonderful to her. The nursing staff feels as though they have become a part of our extended family. The rehab department...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Waco, TX
The average cost of senior living in Waco is $4,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Calm, TX with an average of $4,058 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waco, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waco, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Waco
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Waco
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
5.0
Our experience at The Blake at Waco has been absolutely fabulous. They have done a wonderful job with my mother. The thing that sticks out most to me is the staff , they are just so caring. The room sizes are wonderful, my mother is in memory care and she has a very large room and bathroom. The ...
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Ascension Living Providence Village in Waco, TX
5.0
I would highly recommend it to anyone who asks. We picked this community because we visited 3 facilities and it was clearly better. Accommodations and dining. Super friendly staff.
Waco nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waco nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waco, 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 Waco nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Waco that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waco, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.7%
23.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.9%
23.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.4%
10.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.7%
19.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.4%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.6%
17.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Waco nursing homes
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 Waco Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waco, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.9%
3.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.9%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waco nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waco partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waco, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.6%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Waco nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waco, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waco nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Waco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waco, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
63.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
57.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.4%
0.4%
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Brookdale Lakeshore, Brookdale Lake Brazos and The Delaney at Lake Waco are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Waco, Texas. See full list of communities.
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