The Brazos Of Waco

2430 Market Place Drive, Waco, TX 76711

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3.1 from 31 reviews

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Overall Review of The Brazos Of Waco

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Cleanliness is a consistent highlight

Residents and families repeatedly mention the facility stays clean and free of unpleasant odors.

Multiple reviewers describe the building as clean, with halls that do not smell, and rooms that look well kept. Some comments specifically note a more pleasant environment, including the absence of urine odors during a stay. A few people also point to improvements over time, reinforcing that upkeep is a noticeable part of the experience.

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Food quality is mixed

Food reviews are split between praise and complaints about processing and overall quality.

Some reviewers say the food is good or that meals were upgraded during a later stay. Others describe concerns such as processed food, noodles-heavy meals, or that the dining quality did not meet expectations. Even when the dining area is called nice, residents in one review still rated the meals poorly.

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Rehab therapy support earns praise

Rehabilitation care stands out, with repeated praise for therapy staff and full-time rehab resources.

Several reviews highlight the therapy and rehab team as dedicated and effective, including help with walking, regaining daily function, and physical or occupational therapy. One reviewer also mentions the therapy team being present full-time and having updated equipment in the gym. A separate review still criticizes therapy approach, describing short sessions that did not seem tailored, so the rehab experience is not uniformly positive.

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Care gaps and medication issues

Some residents and families describe serious lapses in medication handling, responsiveness, and day-to-day care.

A few reviews describe problems such as medications being misplaced, incorrect medication administration, and missed provider visits. Several commenters also report breakdowns in basic care—like call bells taking too long, residents left wet, and hygiene concerns such as urine smell or bed hygiene not being maintained. One review also attributes concerns to staffing through heavy reliance on agency personnel.

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Activities and social time vary

Residents mention both social engagement and a lack of activities, depending on the stay.

Some reviewers describe strong socialization, including opportunities for residents to interact and regain engagement. Others say activities are limited or not as engaging as they expected, even when the facility has planned programs. One review specifically credits an activities director with keeping residents busy.

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Features

Housing

123 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

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

Transportation

Waco Regional (9 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
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Cafes

Starbucks (0.3 miles)
Panera Bread (0.4 miles)
Rosa's Cafe (1.7 miles)
King's Landing Games (1.7 miles)
Starbucks (2.1 miles)
Magnolia Table (2.2 miles)
Native Sons Coffee Roasters (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

Panda Express (0.3 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (0.4 miles)
Wako Roll (0.5 miles)
Chuy's (0.5 miles)
Logan's Roadhouse (0.5 miles)
Don Carlos Mexican Restaurant (0.6 miles)
Old Chicago (0.6 miles)

Physicians

Central Texas Institute of Plastic Surgery (0.6 miles)
Hillcrest Breast Center (0.8 miles)
Hillcrest Office Building 1 (0.8 miles)
Center For Sleep Disorders (0.9 miles)
Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center (0.9 miles)
Waco Eye Associates (1.3 miles)
Irons Kerry MD (1.4 miles)

Hospitals

VA Hospital (0.7 miles)
VA Medical Center (0.7 miles)
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center (0.9 miles)
Hillcrest Women's & Children's Center (1 miles)
Waco Works Occupational Medicine (2.1 miles)
Focus Behavioral Associates (2.3 miles)

Parks

Kendrick Park (1.1 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
Circle Drug Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
H-E-B Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Brookshire Food & Pharmacy (2.8 miles)

Theaters

Regal Jewel & Screenx (2.3 miles)

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