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Carrara in Plano, TX

Carrara is an assisted living community in Plano, TX.

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Carrara in Plano, TX

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Carrara

4501 Tradition Trail, Plano, TX 75093

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

4.3 from 119 reviews
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Overall Review of Carrara

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Call lights can be a problem

Some residents’ families report long delays and ignored call buttons at night.

Several families describe trouble getting staff attention after activating call lights, including night delays and cases where help came well after the button was pushed. A few negative reviews also describe situations where residents waited for assistance to get out of bed or to use the restroom. Other reviews still say call lights are answered quickly, so experiences appear mixed rather than uniform.

common 28 reviews mention this

Friendly, caring staff shows up

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind, attentive, and professional.

Across many reviews, families say staff are friendly and respectful, and that caregivers stay engaged with residents throughout the day. Multiple reviewers also highlight specific roles—nurses, aides, reception, concierge, and therapy staff—when explaining why they felt comfortable during rehab and skilled care. Some reviews are more negative about responsiveness, but many still emphasize a caring approach and teamwork.

differentiator 12 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy is frequently praised

Therapy staff are repeatedly described as helping residents progress during rehab.

A number of reviews tie improved recovery to the physical and occupational therapy experience, including gaining strength and making functional progress. Some families contrast the community favorably with other places by saying therapy here felt better supported. While a few reviewers criticize staffing levels for therapy, the majority of therapy-related comments are positive.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food quality feels inconsistent

Food is sometimes described as unevenly scheduled or below expectations.

Several reviews mention food as a weak point, including complaints about substandard or terrible food and portion expectations. There are also comments about scheduling being uneven and meals not matching preferences. On the other hand, multiple residents and families describe the kitchen staff and food as delicious or top-tier, so the experience appears mixed.

common 16 reviews mention this

A clean, attractive facility stands out

Many reviews mention the building feels clean and well-kept.

Cleanliness comes up repeatedly, with reviewers describing a facility that looks tidy and well maintained. Families also talk about the building being beautiful, upscale, or modern compared with what they expected from a nursing home setting. A minority of reviews take the opposite view, citing cleanliness issues and odors.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Activities and outings appear limited

Residents’ activity options are described as more limited than expected in at least one review.

One review says there is not much activity compared with expectations, mentioning only a few structured options like bingo and efforts to restart outings. Another review notes participation in daily activities as a positive distraction, including Bible study. Overall, the activity experience seems dependent on timing and program availability.

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Features

Housing

  • 112 resident community capacity 112 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Dallas Love (12 miles away) Dallas Love (12 miles away)
  • Dallas-Fort Worth International (17 miles away) Dallas-Fort Worth International (17 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Plano, Texas offers a convenient and well-equipped suburban environment for senior living. With multiple hospitals nearby such as The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, residents have access to quality healthcare services. There are also several pharmacies in the vicinity, ensuring easy access to medications. Additionally, there are various dining options available ranging from cafes like Mimi's Star Cafe to restaurants like Eddie's Diner, catering to a range of culinary preferences. In terms of recreation, seniors can enjoy the green spaces at parks such as Russell Creek Park and Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, or catch a movie at Cinemark theater. The area also provides easy access to public transportation with the Arapaho Center Station nearby, making it convenient for seniors to get around the city. Overall, this part of Plano offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle for seniors looking to settle in a welcoming community with ample amenities.

Hospitals

  • The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano (0.3 miles)
  • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Mimi's Star Cafe (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Mozart Bakery (4.3 miles)
  • Red Truck Cafe (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Physicians

  • The ENT & Allergy Centers of Texas (1 miles)
  • Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center (1.3 miles)
  • Dhat (1.9 miles)
  • Eminent Medical Center (1.9 miles)
  • Eye Care Associates (2.8 miles)
  • Touchstone Imaging Plano (3.6 miles)
  • Dallas Associated Dermatologists (4 miles)

Parks

  • Russell Creek Park (1.4 miles)
  • Windhaven Meadows Park (3.2 miles)
  • Coyote Creek Park (4.1 miles)
  • Memorial Park (4.1 miles)
  • Arbor Hills Nature Preserve (4.4 miles)
  • Addison Circle Park (4.4 miles)
  • Hoblitzelle Park (5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Lekka (1.8 miles)
  • Eddie's Diner (2 miles)
  • Afrika Fusion (2.6 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.9 miles)
  • Eatzi's Market & Bakery (3.3 miles)
  • Bread Zeppelin Salads Elevated (3.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Prestonwood Baptist Church (3.5 miles)
  • Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church (4.7 miles)
  • Episcopal Church Of The Transfiguration (5.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (3.5 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (5.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Arapaho Center Station (5 miles)

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