The Kaulbach Assisted Living Center Costs & Pricing
The Kaulbach Assisted Living Center offers a monthly rate of $3,870 for a one-bedroom unit, positioning itself slightly above the average costs in both Bexar County and the broader state of Texas. In comparison, Bexar County residents typically pay around $3,506 per month for similar accommodations, while the statewide average is approximately $3,761. This pricing reflects not only the specialized services and amenities provided by The Kaulbach but also indicates a premium experience that may cater to specific needs or preferences of residents. As families consider assisted living options, it's essential to weigh these costs against the quality of care and support available at each facility.
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The Kaulbach Assisted Living Center
Bexar County
Texas
1 Bedroom
$3,870
$3,506
$3,761
Overall Review of The Kaulbach Assisted Living Center
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Activities keep residents involved
Activities and day-to-day engagement come up repeatedly in residentsâ experiences.
Many reviewers describe a busy schedule with residents participating in activities every day, rather than staying in their rooms. Several specifically call out Patty (and the activities team) for organizing events, getting residents out, and keeping things lively. Another reviewer notes residents had choices among activities and that staff members were available for help with questions or needs. The communityâs offerings list planned daily activities, fitness programs, resident-run activities, and scheduled trips that align with what families praise in their day-to-day accounts.
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Caring staff leave strong impressions
Families frequently describe staff as caring, friendly, and attentive to residents.
A lot of the positive feedback centers on how residents are treatedâreviewers describe caretakers and nurses who show up with empathy and support, and they mention residents forming friendships. Several families also say the atmosphere felt welcoming, with staff members consistently available for help. One reviewer specifically mentions care that felt like being supported âaround the clock.â This fits the communityâs broader care support focus, including help with activities of daily living, meal preparation, and medication management.
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Understaffing and missed care worries
Some reviewers raise concerns about staffing levels and follow-through on basic care.
A recurring negative thread is that families felt help was not arriving when it was needed. Reviewers describe situations like delayed or refused bathing and toileting, not enough help for patients, and moments when they believed care coverage was missing. There are also accounts of neglect escalating to urgent problems, with families saying they had to push for attention. While the community offers nursing coverage and support services on paper, these reviews reflect experiences that were far from consistently reassuring.
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Medication and safety concerns
A few reviews describe medication timing and safety issues affecting outcomes.
Several critical reviews mention medication and safety-related gaps, including delayed medication delivery and symptoms being overlooked. One reviewer describes a situation where they say symptoms were ignored and an eventual hospital transfer was delayed. Another describes ongoing neglect alongside heavy medication and missed assistance needs. Although the community lists medication management and incontinence care among its services, these reviews point to cases where families felt those safeguards didnât work as intended.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
88 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
San Antonio International (6 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in the heart of San Antonio, Texas, this area offers a diverse range of amenities suitable for senior living. With several places of worship nearby, residents can easily maintain their spiritual practices. There are also numerous dining options to choose from, ranging from fast-food chains like Chick-Fil-A to local favorites such as Babe's Old Fashioned Hamburgers and Chris Madrid's. Additionally, pharmacies and hospitals are conveniently located within a short distance, providing easy access to healthcare services when needed. For leisure and recreation, residents can enjoy the beautiful Woodlawn Lake Park or catch a movie at Cinemark San Antonio 16. Overall, this part of San Antonio offers a vibrant community with all the necessary resources for comfortable senior living.
Places of Worship
Primera Iglesia Bautista Mexicana-San Antonio (0.8 miles)
St Ann's Catholic Church (2.9 miles)
Temple Beth-El (3.6 miles)
St George Episcopal School (4.1 miles)
Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A (0.9 miles)
Babe's Old Fashioned Hamburgers (1 miles)
Charley's Cheesesteaks (1.2 miles)
Hawx Burger Bar & Electro Lounge (1.7 miles)
Whataburger (1.7 miles)
Las Palapas (2.5 miles)
Chris Madrid's (2.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
H-E-B Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Hospitals
Texsan Heart Hospital (0.9 miles)
Methodist Hospital (2.6 miles)
University Hospital Sky Tower (2.8 miles)
University Hospital (2.8 miles)
Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital (2.8 miles)
Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA Hospital (2.9 miles)
St Luke's Baptist Hospital (2.9 miles)
Physicians
Yesnocovid (1.4 miles)
Advanced Pain Relief Institute (1.4 miles)
Dilley Allergy & Asthma Specialists (2.3 miles)
2040 Building (2.6 miles)
Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio-Transitional Clinic (2.8 miles)
San Antonio Preventive & Diagnostic Medicine (3.1 miles)
The Kaulbach Assisted Living Center offers a monthly rate of $3,870 for a one-bedroom unit, positioning itself slightly above the average costs in both Bexar County and the broader state of Texas. In comparison, Bexar County residents typically pay around $3,506 per month for similar accommodations, while the statewide average is approximately $3,761. This pricing reflects not only the specialized services and amenities provided by The Kaulbach but also indicates a premium experience that may cater to specific needs or preferences of residents. As families consider assisted living options, it's essential to weigh these costs against the quality of care and support available at each facility.
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