Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton

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Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton

15505 Tuckerton Dr, Houston, TX 77095

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.5 from 48 reviews
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Board and Care Home Memory Care Skilled Nursing Facility

Pricing

Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton offers memory care services at a competitive rate, particularly when comparing its costs to both Harris County and the broader Texas market. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $4,875 per month, which is notably higher than the averages in Harris County ($3,518) and Texas overall ($3,680). The studio option is priced at $6,475 per month, again exceeding the regional averages of $4,021 in Harris County and $3,758 statewide. While Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton's prices are above those of its county and state counterparts, they reflect a commitment to quality care tailored for individuals with memory-related challenges. This investment can be indicative of enhanced services and amenities that prioritize resident well-being and support.

Room TypeAvalon Memory Care - TuckertonHarris CountyTexas
Semi-Private$4,875$3,518$3,680
Studio$6,475$4,021$3,758

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The staff at Avalon Memory Care is described as professional, friendly, and always in good spirits, creating a positive atmosphere for residents and families alike.
    • pro Residents appear happy and well taken care of, reflecting the loving environment cultivated by the staff.
    • pro Avalon Memory Care is praised for its cleanliness and beautiful facility that feels like home.
    • pro Families appreciate the dedication and commitment of the staff to go above and beyond for their loved ones.
    • pro Many reviewers recommend Avalon Memory Care to other families seeking memory care services, highlighting their exceptional experiences overall.
    • pro The smaller size of the community allows for personalized attention and a peaceful atmosphere that meets residents' needs effectively.
    • pro The facility provides a variety of activities that enrich residents’ lives, contributing to a nurturing environment.
    • pro Reviewers express gratitude for the kindness shown by the caregivers towards their loved ones during difficult times.

    Cons

    • pro The Nurse/Director was not good, and the communication was bad; the reviewer often had to call to get information.
    • pro There were instances of missing vegetables at dinner, and staff dismissed concerns, stating nobody really eats them.
    • pro Staff supervision was lacking, leading to incidents where a resident was found on the floor without notification of falls.
    • pro There were complaints about inadequate medical training among staff, resulting in severe health issues for residents.
    • pro The facility lost personal clothing belonging to residents, leading to frustration for family members trying to locate them.
    • pro The Director was unhelpful with necessary paperwork, causing delays and miscommunication regarding medical needs.
    • pro Some residents appeared inactive or disengaged during visits, raising concerns about engagement levels within the facility.
    • pro There were cleanliness issues noted during visits, such as crumbs on the floor despite daily cleaning of resident rooms.
    • pro The absence of an intake coordinator led to disorganization and communication breakdowns when transitioning new residents into the facility.
    • pro Staff members were observed wearing inappropriate clothing while caring for residents, which raised dignity concerns for families.

    Review

    Avalon Memory Care has garnered a mix of reviews from families who have entrusted their loved ones’ care to the facility. Many reviewers highlighted the staff’s friendliness, professionalism, and dedication, often noting how warm and nurturing the environment felt. One reviewer praised Avalon as a “beautiful facility that feels just like home,” emphasizing the positive energy exuded by the staff. This sentiment was echoed by multiple families who expressed gratitude for the exceptional care provided, stating that they would recommend Avalon Memory Care to others searching for a suitable memory care community in the greater Houston area.

    The cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of Avalon Memory Care were frequently mentioned in reviews. Visitors remarked on how well-kept and organized the facility was, which contributed to an overall sense of comfort and safety for residents. Families appreciated the variety of activities available to their loved ones and enjoyed seeing them engaged in meaningful pursuits, such as hair salon visits. The small size of Avalon, accommodating only 25 residents at maximum, was seen as a positive aspect—allowing for more personalized attention.

    Despite these positive reviews, several families voiced concerns regarding communication issues and staff training. A few reviewers noted instances where they struggled to reach nursing staff or felt that there was insufficient medical oversight for their loved ones. There were accounts of poor communication leading to preventable incidents, such as falls among residents without notification to family members or lack of proper documentation being sent as required. Families expressed frustration over these challenges, underscoring the importance of clear communication in maintaining trust between caregivers and families.

    In addition to communication concerns, some reviews mentioned specific instances related to resident dignity and care standards that fell short. Situations were reported where residents appeared unkempt or improperly dressed during meal times due to inadequate supervision or oversight from nursing staff. Additionally, there were allegations about neglect concerning basic hygiene needs; some families experienced dissatisfaction when they learned their loved one had developed skin infections due to lapses in cleanliness.

    While most experiences reflected positively on Avalon’s commitment to fostering strong relationships with residents through attentive staff members, some families experienced troubling issues during their stays. Instances like lost clothing items raised red flags about operational efficiency within the facility—suggesting potential mismanagement regarding personal belongings could occur unintentionally but severely impact residents' quality of life.

    Ultimately, Avalon Memory Care presents a dual narrative; while many families appreciate its home-like environment and friendly atmosphere dedicated primarily to nurturing residents with memory care needs, significant areas need improvement concerning communication protocols and adequate staffing levels for medical attention. The consensus remains mixed: if prospective clients can overlook certain operational shortcomings while recognizing its strengths—those seeking compassionate memory care may find Avalon an appealing option worth exploring further before making final decisions regarding their loved ones’ placements.

    Features

    Types of Care

    • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
    • Memory Care Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

    Amenities

    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Garden Garden
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
    • Guest parking Guest parking
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Party space Party space
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • TV room TV room
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

    Care Services

    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity care
    • Hospice care Hospice care
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Physical therapy Physical therapy

    Dining

    • Anytime dining Anytime dining
    • Gluten-free Gluten-free
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • Kosher Kosher
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Organic Organic
    • Room service Room service
    • Vegan Vegan
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
    • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
    • Birthday parties Birthday parties
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Games Games
    • Gardening club Gardening club
    • Holiday parties Holiday parties
    • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
    • Live musical performances Live musical performances
    • Religious services Religious services
    • Reminiscence programs Reminiscence programs
    • Stories Stories

    Description

    Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton in Houston, TX is a specialized assisted living community that focuses on providing high-quality memory care and skilled nursing services. With a range of amenities and care services, this community strives to create a comfortable and supportive environment for its residents.

    The community offers air-conditioned living spaces, ensuring a pleasant and cool atmosphere for all residents. A beautician is available on-site to provide grooming and personal care services. Residents can partake in devotional services within the community itself, allowing them to connect with their spiritual needs conveniently.

    Meals are served in a spacious dining room, where guests are also welcome at mealtimes. The presence of a garden and ground floor units allows residents to access outdoor areas easily and enjoy the serenity of nature. Additional amenities include guest parking, handicap accessibility, indoor common areas for socializing, laundry facilities, outdoor common areas for relaxation or group activities, party space for celebrations, private bathrooms for each resident's privacy, respite or short-term stays offered for temporary care needs, TV room for entertainment purposes, transportation service ensuring easy mobility for residents, wheelchair accessible showers to accommodate different physical abilities as well as Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access.

    The staff at Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton provides comprehensive care services tailored specifically towards individuals with memory impairments and skilled nursing requirements. This includes high acuity care for those with complex medical conditions, hospice care for end-of-life support, incontinence care to promote comfort and dignity, medication management to ensure proper administration of medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals, and physical therapy to maintain or improve physical function.

    When it comes to dining preferences and dietary needs of the residents, the community offers a variety of options. These include gluten-free meals for those with gluten sensitivities or allergies; guest meals that allow visitors to join residents during mealtime; kosher meals adhering to Jewish dietary laws; low/no sodium meals for individuals with dietary restrictions; meals provided within the community to ensure proper nutrition; no sugar meals catered to those with diabetes or who follow a sugar-free diet; organic options for residents who prefer natural and healthier choices; room service for personalized convenience, vegan and vegetarian options to accommodate specific dietary preferences.

    To promote an engaging and stimulating lifestyle for residents, Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton offers a wide range of activities. These include arts and crafts sessions, BBQs or picnics for outdoor social gatherings, birthday parties to celebrate residents' milestones, devotional activities on-site fostering spiritual connection, fitness programs promoting physical well-being, various games providing mental stimulation and entertainment, gardening club offering opportunities for residents to nurture plants, holiday parties celebrating different festivities throughout the year, live dance or theater performances for cultural enjoyment, live musical performances enhancing the emotional well-being of residents, religious services accommodating spiritual needs of various faiths and reminiscence programs helping individuals recall cherished memories through thoughtful activities.

    Located in Houston's neighborhood, this assisted living community benefits from its proximity to various amenities. There are four cafes nearby where residents can enjoy a cup of coffee or socialize with friends. Fifteen pharmacies are conveniently accessible for medication needs. Residents have easy access to three physicians ensuring prompt medical care. Additionally, fifteen restaurants situated nearby offer a variety of dining options catering to different tastes and preferences.

    At Avalon Memory Care - Tuckerton in Houston, TX, residents can find the specialized memory care and skilled nursing services they need in a supportive and vibrant community that is designed to enhance their overall well-being.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    Located in the northwest part of Houston, Texas, this neighborhood offers a convenient mix of amenities for seniors considering senior living options. With multiple pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy nearby, easy access to healthcare is ensured. Physicians like Copperfield Family Medicine and Blue Fish Pediatrics are close by for medical needs. There are also various dining options including fast food restaurants like McDonald's and Chick-Fil-A, as well as cafes such as Pj's Coffee and Starbucks. For leisure activities, residents can enjoy parks like Matzke Park and catch a movie at theaters like AMC Willowbrook 24. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with essential services within close proximity for seniors looking to settle in the Houston area.

    Pharmacies

    • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
    • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
    • Walgreens (2 miles)
    • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)

    Physicians

    • Copperfield Family Medicine (1.5 miles)
    • Blue Fish Pediatrics (1.7 miles)
    • Cypress Clinic | Kelsey-Seybold (2.7 miles)
    • Fairfield Family Physicians (7.9 miles)
    • Texas Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists (7.9 miles)

    Restaurants

    • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
    • Chick-Fil-A (2.1 miles)
    • Chick-Fil-A (2.6 miles)
    • Burger King (3 miles)
    • Whataburger (3.2 miles)
    • Jack In The Box (3.3 miles)
    • McDonald's (3.3 miles)

    Cafes

    • Pj's Coffee (3.2 miles)
    • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
    • Puer Taiwan Tea & Coffee (4.6 miles)
    • L3 Craft Coffee (4.7 miles)
    • Starbucks (7.3 miles)
    • Panera Bread (8.2 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • St John Lutheran Church (5.3 miles)
    • First Metropolitan Church (6.5 miles)
    • New Life Fellowship (7.8 miles)

    Parks

    • Matzke Park (5.8 miles)
    • Castello Lakes Park (8.5 miles)

    Transportation

    • West Houston Airport (5.9 miles)

    Theaters

    • AMC Willowbrook 24 (7.6 miles)
    • CUT! by Cinemark Cypress — Dine-in Theatre, Kitchen & Bar (8.4 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Fairfield Medical Center (7.7 miles)

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