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Good Living Community Care Inc III in Houston, TX

Good Living Community Care Inc III is an assisted living community in Houston, TX.

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Good Living Community Care Inc III in Houston, TX

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Good Living Community Care Inc III

5715 Dolores Street, Houston, TX 77057

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

4.8 from 45 reviews
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Overall Review of Good Living Community Care Inc III

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and patience stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe caregivers as kind, patient, and responsive.

Many reviews emphasize that staff members are patient and treat residents well, with families describing frequent kindness and a calm, supportive presence. Several reviewers also note that the team stays on top of calls and care needs and is easy to work with during day-to-day support. A smaller set of reviews is much harsher, describing staffing problems and poor management, including concerns about how care is handled at night.

common 15 reviews mention this

The community is described as clean

Cleanliness is a frequent positive note, even among families who visit often.

A large share of reviews mention the facility being clean and well maintained, with some reviewers calling out that cleanliness is consistent. Several families also describe the community as organized and comfortable, reinforcing that day-to-day appearance matches what they expect from a care setting. One review, however, reports a very negative room condition, including a sticky floor and a bug.

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Care includes daily support

Residents receive ongoing personal and medical support, including help with routines and medications.

Some reviews point to hands-on assistance and follow-through on medical routines, including medication handling and coordinating medical needs. One reviewer describes medication support and visits from medical professionals, along with therapy support as part of the care experience. Another highlights care coordination by taking residents to appointments, including VA-related care, while a separate negative review raises concerns about medication-related errors and strict diet and schedule needs.

common 6 reviews mention this

Home-like comfort and pleasant spaces

Families often describe the setting as comfortable and home-like.

Several reviews use β€œhome” or similar language to describe the overall experience, alongside references to comfort and a personal atmosphere. Others mention pleasant surroundings and outdoor space, including a yard maintained with seasonal flowers. A few reviews also describe meaningful interaction and companionship as part of what made the environment feel supportive.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Reported staffing and care-management concerns

A minority of reviews raise serious concerns about management and care reliability.

Two reviews describe problems severe enough to recommend caution, including reported room issues and what they characterize as poor management response. One review alleges incompetence among some caregivers and serious medication-related harm, while also stating concerns for residents who need strict diet and medication scheduling. Taken together, these comments directly contrast with the much more common reports of cleanliness and supportive caregiving.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 16 resident community capacity 16 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • William P X (14 miles away) William P X (14 miles away)
  • George Bush Intercontinental (19 miles away) George Bush Intercontinental (19 miles away)

Care Services

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

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Houston, Texas offers a diverse range of amenities and services that cater to a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for seniors. With a variety of dining options such as Whataburger, P.F. Chang's China Bistro, and The Cheesecake Factory, seniors can enjoy delicious meals without having to travel far. Additionally, the proximity of pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens ensures easy access to medications and healthcare necessities. For leisure activities, there are cafes like Cafe Layal and Starbucks nearby, as well as theaters such as Regal Edwards Greenway Grand Palace ScreenX & RPX for entertainment. The area also boasts several parks for outdoor recreation including Memorial Park Conservancy and Old Braeswood Park. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable medical facilities like Texas Children's Hospital and Houston Methodist Hospital in close vicinity, providing peace of mind for seniors in need of medical attention. Overall, this part of Houston presents a well-rounded community with essential amenities and services that would contribute to a comfortable retirement living experience for seniors.

Restaurants

  • Whataburger (0.2 miles)
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro (0.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (1.1 miles)
  • Grand Lux Cafe (1.1 miles)
  • Pappasito's Cantina (1.3 miles)
  • Maggiano's (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Cafe Layal (0.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Nara Cafe (2.5 miles)
  • Slowpokes (3.4 miles)
  • Agora (4.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Kelsey-Seybold Clinic (1.5 miles)
  • Texas Children's Pediatrics Houston Pediatric Associates (2.9 miles)
  • Allergy & ENT Associates: Kancherla Vikas S MD (3.8 miles)
  • Kelsey-Seybols Clinic Main Campus (4 miles)
  • Houston Eye Associates (4 miles)
  • Texas Children's Pediatrics Westchase (4.1 miles)
  • Medical Clinic Of Houston, LLP (4.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Martin's Episcopal Church (2 miles)
  • Rothko Chapel (5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Edwards Greenway Grand Palace ScreenX & RPX (2.3 miles)
  • Regal Edwards Houston Marq*E Screenx, 4DX, IMAX & RPX (3.7 miles)
  • Cinemark (4.9 miles)

Parks

  • Huffington park (2.7 miles)
  • Levy Park (3.3 miles)
  • Memorial Park Conservancy (3.9 miles)
  • Old Braeswood Park (4.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Texas Children's Pavilion for Women (4.9 miles)
  • Texas Children's Hospital (5 miles)
  • Houston Methodist Hospital - Scurlock Tower (5 miles)
  • Texas Children's Hospital (5 miles)
  • Houston Methodist Hospital - Smith Tower (5 miles)
  • Methodist Outpatient Center (5 miles)
  • Methodist Hospital Dunn Tower (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Metrorail - Smith Lands Station (5 miles)

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