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Visiting Angels - Waco, TX in Waco, TX

Visiting Angels - Waco, TX is a senior community in Waco, TX.

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1514 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701

To contact a resident: (254) 772-8660

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

4.7 from 102 reviews
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Overall Review of Visiting Angels - Waco, TX

common 28 reviews mention this

Caregivers feel dependable and attentive

Residents and families repeatedly describe caregivers as attentive and easy to work with.

Across the reviews, families describe caregivers who are prompt, responsive to concerns, and present for day-to-day needs. Several note consistent check-ins and clear communication, including caregivers leaving notes or being reachable when something comes up. A few reviewers also mention the office staff being helpful when coordinating or setting things up, especially after major changes like illness.

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Care coordination and care planning

Many reviews highlight organized coordination and personalized care planning.

Multiple reviewers say the team develops a care plan and follows through with the details they need. Several also describe ongoing coordination that helps families manage routines and stay informed about what happens during visits. In the higher-stakes stories, families describe quick assessment and caregiver placement after a sudden need.

common 3 reviews mention this

Meal support is part of the help

Meal support comes up in reviews, including both successes and misses.

Some families say the service provided meals and helped with feeding support they were not expecting. Other reviewers describe breakdowns around prepared dinner needs, including meals not being provided as requested. Taken together, it sounds like meal-related help can be a meaningful part of the service, but execution depends on the specific caregiver and schedule.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Scheduling and caregiver consistency vary

Several families report inconsistent schedules or rotating caregivers.

While many reviews are positive, a recurring concern is missed or late arrival times and changing schedules. A few reviewers also describe having difficulty getting the same caregiver consistently, especially for specialized needs like dementia or turning/lift assistance. There are also mentions of communication problems when care timeframes change without notice.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Billing needs close checking

Some reviewers warn to review bills carefully.

Two reviews raise billing concerns, including overlapping caregiver hours being charged and later billing for amounts that were not expected. Another review mentions overtime-related charges being added to bills. These reports focus on making sure the hours billed match the care that was actually delivered.

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Features

Transportation

  • Waco Regional (7 miles away) Waco Regional (7 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Waco, Texas, offers a convenient and accessible location for senior living with a variety of amenities nearby. The area features several cafes, restaurants, places of worship, pharmacies, physicians, hospitals, and parks within close proximity. Residents can easily access essential services such as healthcare facilities including Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center and VA Hospital. Additionally, there are plenty of dining options to choose from like Milo All Day and Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant. With a peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained parks like Kendrick Park nearby, seniors can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle in this part of Waco.

Cafes

  • Alpha Omega (0 miles)
  • Magnolia Press (0.4 miles)
  • Dichotomy Coffee & Spirits (0.4 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (0.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Presbyterian Church (0.1 miles)
  • Emmanuel United Anglican Church (2 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church of Waco (3.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Milo All Day (0.1 miles)
  • Pivovar (0.3 miles)
  • Jake's Texas Tea House (0.3 miles)
  • Hecho En Waco (0.4 miles)
  • Silos Baking Co. (0.4 miles)
  • Andy's Frozen Custard (0.6 miles)
  • Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant (0.7 miles)

Physicians

  • James N Shinder PhD (0.2 miles)
  • Texas Oncology, P.A. (1 miles)
  • Family Health Center (1.1 miles)
  • Waco Paramedical Services/ Paramedical Exams of Texas (2.1 miles)
  • Fentress Cancer Center At Hillcrest (2.3 miles)
  • Hillcrest Senior Health Center (2.5 miles)
  • Injury 1 (3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Percy Medicine (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Bear Nutrition (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • H-E-B Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center (2.3 miles)
  • Waco Works Occupational Medicine (2.3 miles)
  • ACE Dental of Bellmead (3 miles)
  • VA Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • VA Medical Center (3.3 miles)

Parks

  • Kendrick Park (2.6 miles)
  • Lovers Leap (3.1 miles)

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