Beehive Homes Of Abilene is an assisted living community in Abilene, TX.
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5301 Memorial Drive, Abilene, TX 79606
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.4 from 34 reviews
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Overall Review of Beehive Homes Of Abilene
differentiator8 reviews mention this
Dining is frequently praised
Meals and food quality come up repeatedly in reviews.
Residents and family members commonly describe the meals as excellent, with multiple comments about good-tasting food and dietary accommodations. Several reviewers also mention how staff handle appetite needs day to day, and one highlights specific desserts. A different reviewer calls out food shortages as a concern, which is the main outlier to the otherwise strong food feedback.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities feel built-in
Many residents are described as having regular activities.
A number of reviews describe scheduled engagement and frequent resident interaction, including mentions of different activities beyond just one recurring option. Some reviewers specifically reference Bingo, while one family wishes there were more weekly activities. Others describe a more active routine, including time for residents to relax and watch day-to-day happenings alongside staff and community life.
differentiator8 reviews mention this
Small, newer, and homelike
The smaller, newer setup is a recurring point of approval.
Multiple reviewers emphasize that the community is smaller and newer, and they describe it as feeling home-like rather than institutional. Several mention wide common spaces and comfortable areas where residents can spend time, along with a generally clean, well-kept feel. A pair of reviews also describe it as recently opened and note its location near a major retail store.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Some management and safety concerns
A few reviews raise serious questions about care consistency.
While most feedback is positive, a small set of reviews describe problems related to medication handling and safety. One reviewer reports medication mishaps and fall-risk concerns, and another describes management failures and constant turnover. One additional review flags caregiver turnover and asks for more activity options, suggesting staffing consistency may vary.
common2 reviews mention this
Near Sam's Club
Reviewers note the community’s convenient area near Sam's Club.
Two reviews reference the community’s placement by Sam’s Club in Abilene, including one mentioning a low-traffic area. This comes up as part of why families found the location workable during their search.
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Features
Housing
16 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Abilene Regional (4 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Brooks T Grant (0.3 miles)
Brooks Grant Optometrist at Sam's Club (0.3 miles)
Family Practice Associates (0.5 miles)
The Bariatric Experts: Scott Stowers, DO (0.7 miles)
Cardiology Clinic of Abilene (0.8 miles)
Abilene Primary Care (0.8 miles)
Abilene Family Medical Associates (0.8 miles)
Pharmacies
claRx Big Country Dermatology Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Drug Emporium (2.5 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Owen Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (3.3 miles)
Restaurants
Burger King (0.9 miles)
Mulligans (1 miles)
Golden Chick (1.2 miles)
McDonald's (1.2 miles)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (1.3 miles)
Chili's Grill & Bar (1.3 miles)
Taco Bueno (1.4 miles)
Hospitals
Reliant Rehabilitation Hospital (1 miles)
Reliant Healthcare (1 miles)
Hendrick Medical Center (2.5 miles)
Hendrick Health System (2.6 miles)
Cafes
Big Country Coffee Co. (1 miles)
Starbucks (1.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Wylie United Methodist Church (1.3 miles)
Beltway Park Baptist Church (2.9 miles)
Theaters
Abilene PREMIERE LUX Cine 10 Abilene Mall (1.4 miles)
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