The Brazos of Waco

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  • Interior

    A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern furniture, and large windows allowing plenty of natural light.
  • Decor

    Modern salon interior with an orange accent wall and hair styling station.
  • Building

    Modern building entrance with stone columns and landscaped surroundings under a clear blue sky.
  • Dining

    Elegant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, enhanced by warm overhead lighting.
  • Kitchen

    A modern kitchen with wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and round tables on a hardwood floor.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious gym interior featuring exercise equipment, a wooden staircase, and mirrors.
  • Rehabilitation

    A clean and organized physical therapy room equipped for rehabilitation exercises.
  • Treadmill

    A bright and spacious fitness center featuring treadmills, stationary bikes, and various gym equipment.

The Brazos of Waco

The Brazos of Waco is a nursing home community in Waco, TX.

Information last verified:

2430 Marketplace Dr., Waco, TX 76711

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

3.5 from 59 reviews
5 stars
29
4 stars
6
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
16

Overall Review of The Brazos of Waco

common 11 reviews mention this

Cleanliness stands out, for better

Many residents and families describe the community as clean and well kept.

Several reviews emphasize cleanliness, including residents having a pleasant-smelling environment and rooms that look tidy. A number of families also mention fewer unpleasant odors during their stay. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews describe hygiene problems, including dirty conditions and concerns about frequent changing.

common 7 reviews mention this

Therapy support is a focal point

Therapy services are repeatedly mentioned as helpful during recovery.

Many reviewers highlight physical and occupational therapy as a reason their loved ones improved or stayed engaged. Families describe attentive rehab staff and good progress, especially in the early phases of rehabilitation. A few reviews also mention rehab as part of a broader experience, but the strongest shared signal is confidence in therapy support.

common 8 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed but frequent

Meals come up often, with reviews pointing in both directions.

On the positive side, several families describe meals as good and enjoyable, and one reviewer specifically called out a sandwich they tried during a visit. Reviews also mention that food was fine for residents on regular or adjusted diets. However, some residents and families report dissatisfaction, including concerns about food being unappetizing and inconsistency with what was expected for a diet.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Staffing shortages and response lags

Multiple reviews raise concerns about understaffing and delayed help.

A recurring concern is that help is not always available quickly, including waits for assistance with bathroom needs and getting a resident positioned or moved. Some reviews describe periods where aides were not coming as quickly as expected, especially during certain shifts. Others mention that access to care can vary based on staffing coverage.

common 15 reviews mention this

Clean care and caring staff

Many reviewers describe staff who feel caring and supportive day to day.

Numerous reviews say staff members are friendly, welcoming, and responsive to questions, with some families describing reassurance from regular check-ins. Several also describe the overall care team as doing a strong job across departments, including nursing, dietary, therapy, and activities. Still, a subset of reviews contradict this with accounts of rudeness, missed needs, or medication-related problems, suggesting the experience may not be consistent.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Waco Regional (8 miles away) Waco Regional (8 miles away)

Care Services

  • High acuity care High acuity care

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Waco, Texas offers a convenient and accessible location with various amenities nearby. The area is home to several hospitals, including the VA Hospital and Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center, providing excellent healthcare options for seniors. There are also numerous dining options such as Chick-Fil-A, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, and Rosa's Cafe, offering a variety of choices for meals. Additionally, there are parks like Kendrick Park for outdoor recreation and pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens for medication needs. With cafes like Starbucks and Panera Bread nearby, as well as entertainment options like Regal Jewel & Screenx theater, this part of Waco provides a mix of convenience and comfort for senior living.

Hospitals

  • VA Hospital (0.2 miles)
  • VA Medical Center (0.2 miles)
  • Waco Works Occupational Medicine (1.3 miles)
  • Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center (1.7 miles)
  • Hillcrest Women's & Children's Center (1.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Mr Snow (0.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.7 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (0.8 miles)
  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (0.8 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (0.9 miles)
  • Freebirds World Burrito (0.9 miles)
  • On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina (1.1 miles)

Parks

  • Kendrick Park (0.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Bednarz Paul A MD Bednarz, Paul, Anthony, MD (0.9 miles)
  • Elite Sports Medicine (0.9 miles)
  • Central Texas Institute of Plastic Surgery (1.1 miles)
  • Stanton Optical (1.1 miles)
  • Irons Kerry MD (1.2 miles)
  • Waco Paramedical Services/ Paramedical Exams of Texas (1.4 miles)
  • Waco Imaging (1.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Rosa's Cafe (0.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.2 miles)
  • King's Landing Games (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Magnolia Table (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • H-E-B Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • H-E-B Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Circle Drug Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Jewel & Screenx (2.1 miles)

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