La Vita Bella in Dickinson, TX

La Vita Bella is an assisted living community in Dickinson, TX.

Information last verified: December 26, 2025

3527 Oak Drive, Dickinson, TX 77539

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 27 reviews

5 stars

17

4 stars

0

3 stars

1

2 stars

0

1 stars

9

La Vita Bella Costs & Pricing

La Vita Bella offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with monthly costs that reflect a commitment to affordability while maintaining quality care. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $3,450, which is below both the Galveston County average of $3,715 and the state average of $3,680. This positions La Vita Bella as an attractive option for those seeking budget-friendly living arrangements. Similarly, the cost for a private room at La Vita Bella is set at $3,650, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,761 and also undercutting Texas' statewide average of $4,096. This makes La Vita Bella not only a wise choice in terms of financial considerations but also a promising environment for residents looking for supportive living arrangements in an appealing community.

Floor plans	La Vita Bella	Galveston County	Texas
Semi-Private	$3,450	$3,715	$3,680
Private	$3,650	$4,761	$4,096

Overall Review of La Vita Bella

common 8 reviews mention this

Staff feel personal and attentive

Residents describe staff as personal, patient, and attentive to individual needs.

Many reviews emphasize that residents are known and cared for as individuals, with families saying they felt supported by the way staff interacted day to day. Several comments specifically mention patience, kind attention, and keeping residents safe and monitored. A few reviewers also highlight responsive communication with families when it comes to day-to-day updates.

common 4 reviews mention this

Homemade food and a spotless home

Several residents and families mention homemade meals and a consistently clean environment.

Food shows up as a clear strength, with reviews describing homemade or good meals rather than generic institutional dining. Cleanliness is also mentioned alongside food, including reports that the home stays spotless and that visitors do not notice unpleasant odors. One reviewer also notes they personally checked the building while visiting and did not encounter urine smells.

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Daily life includes social meals

Reviews describe activities and shared routines that encourage residents to socialize and eat together.

Some reviews connect the community experience to scheduled activities and residents spending time together. At least one review also describes staff encouraging participation in socializing and ensuring residents eat together as part of the daily routine.

caveat 13 reviews mention this

Hurricane response is strongly debated

Reviews disagree sharply about decisions made during Hurricane Harvey.

A large portion of the reviews reference Hurricane Harvey and how the community handled evacuation and sheltering, with accounts ranging from praise to strong criticism. Some reviewers defend the choices and describe communication, sheltering efforts, and eventual relocation to safety, including claims about asking for help when needed. Other reviews call for investigation or say residents were left in hazardous floodwater, arguing evacuation should have happened sooner.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

16 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Board and Care Home

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Bath tubs
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

William P X (18 miles away)

Care Services

24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian

Activities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Dickinson, Texas offers convenient access to a variety of healthcare resources, including physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals located within a few miles. The presence of multiple cafes and restaurants such as Starbucks, McDonald's, and Chick-Fil-A provide options for dining out or grabbing coffee with friends. For outdoor recreation, there are parks like Hometown Heroes Park nearby. Additionally, places of worship such as St Mary Catholic School and First Baptist Church Of Texas City offer spiritual support for residents. Overall, this neighborhood provides a mix of amenities that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a well-rounded community to call home.

Physicians

Christus St John Point Of Light Clinic (0.8 miles)
Mainland Anesthesiology (1.2 miles)
Watkins, Sharmila Utmb Health Family Medicine Dickinson (1.8 miles)
Utmb Pediatrics (2 miles)
Clear Lake Dermatology (2.1 miles)
Children's Clinic (2.4 miles)
UTMB Specialty Care Center at Victory Lakes (2.6 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.7 miles)

Cafes

Shipley Do-Nuts (0.9 miles)
Starbucks (1.4 miles)
Starbucks (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (3.9 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Java Owl Coffee House (6.5 miles)
Starbucks (6.5 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (1 miles)
Pizza Hut (1 miles)
Wendy's (1.1 miles)
King's BierHaus (1.3 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (1.5 miles)
McDonald's (1.5 miles)

Parks

Hometown Heroes Park (2.4 miles)
Nassau Bay City Park (5.5 miles)
Sabal Park (5.8 miles)

Places of Worship

St Mary Catholic School (4 miles)
First Baptist Church Of Texas City (4.7 miles)
Nassau Bay Baptist Church (6.3 miles)

Hospitals

A1 Medical Imaging Open MRI of Texas City (4.8 miles)
Clear Lake Regional Heart Tower (6.7 miles)

Theaters

Cinemark (5.9 miles)

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