A Joyful Journey Assisted Living LLC
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and attentive staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 19 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a nurturing, home-like environment where residents are treated with extreme dignity. The staff's dedication is the facility's greatest asset, though because it is described as a small, intimate home, you should inquire about current availability and waitlist status.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
19 reviews on Google“Families considering A Joyful Journey can expect a deeply compassionate, home-like environment where staff members are frequently described as being like family. Reviewers consistently praise the facility for its high level of dignity, personalized care, and the emotional support provided to both residents and their loved ones.”
Quality Themes
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- Compassionate and attentive staff
- Warm, family-like atmosphere
- High level of dignity and respect for residents
- Clean and well-maintained environment
- Strong focus on quality of life and comfort
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 36 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner provides highly empathetic and warm responses that acknowledge specific family members and the emotional weight of the care provided. While the tone is consistently heartfelt, the responses follow a similar structure of gratitude and mission-driven language.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Since this is such an intimate setting with only 6 residents, how does that small group size help create the family-like atmosphere you are known for?
- 2We love how much you value dignity and respect; how do you ensure each resident's individual preferences and personal dignity are maintained in their daily routine?
- 3With such a small, close-knit community, what kind of personalized daily activities or social outings do you plan to keep residents engaged?
- 4How do you manage medical emergencies or urgent care needs during the overnight hours when the house is quiet?
- 5We noticed you are very attentive to your community; how do you personally stay connected with families to keep them updated on their loved one's well-being?
- 6How do you ensure the environment stays as clean and well-maintained as it appears, especially with a small, dedicated staff?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff is unmatched and take their caregiving duties very seriously and with so much pride and grace. We are so fortunate to have had so much love around my grandmother and I will be forever grateful for the dignity, comfort and peace they provided to her and to our family”
“The facilities recommended by the hospital felt cold, depressing, and seemed more like places to even wait out one's remaining days. Then—thankfully—we found Joyful Journeys.”
“As a hospice social worker, I go into a lot of facilities and am often asked for recommendations by family members. Even when I know they don't have openings, I still tell people about Joyful Journey and encourage them to get on the wait list.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Texas Health & Human Services Commission
Key Findings
A Joyful Journey Assisted Living LLC has had two recorded inspection events with various violations. Recent findings from February 2023 involved administrative issues regarding employee background checks and resident service plans, while a 2021 inspection identified several fire safety and maintenance deficiencies.
Feb 22, 2023Routine
Health Code (4 violations)
The facility failed to search the employee misconduct registry and nurse aide registry before hiring to determine if the individual is unemployable.
The facility failed to either assess a resident or to develop, approve, sign, or follow a service plan within the allowable time.
The facility failed to search the NAR and EMR annually.
The facility failed to post the Provider Bill of Rights.
Aug 3, 2021Routine
Life Safety Code (8 violations)
The facility failed to review the plan at least annually to reflect changes in information, within 30 days following a disaster, within 30 days after a drill, and within 30 days after a change in rule or policy.
The facility failed to provide a written contract with a fire alarm firm to perform inspections, testing, and system maintenance at least every six months.
The facility failed to ensure the required sprinkler system was inspected, tested, and maintained in compliance with NFPA 25.
The facility failed to ensure all monthly and yearly extinguisher inspections were performed and/or documented; and/or that unserviceable extinguishers were replaced.
The facility failed to notify the EMC of the facility's plan, take actions to coordinate with the EMC, and document communications with the EMC.
The facility failed to ensure resident bedroom doors were in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.
The facility failed to comply with Chapter 33, Existing Residential Board and Care Occupancies.
The facility failed to implement procedures that assure safe and sanitary use and storage of oxygen.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
A Joyful Journey Assisted Living LLC
for profit
VICKY L GRAHAM
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