Avir at Waco
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 58 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a community that prioritizes emotional well-being and social engagement. The staff's dedication to treating residents like family and the high standard of dining are standout features to look forward to.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
58 reviews on Google“Families considering Stoney Brook of Hewitt can expect a warm, home-like environment characterized by exceptionally kind and attentive staff. Reviewers consistently praise the high quality of the food, the cleanliness of the facility, and the engaging social activities that keep residents active.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm and attentive nursing and administrative staff
- High-quality, delicious meal options
- Engaging social activities and programs
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Welcoming, home-like atmosphere
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 40 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to community feedback; how does that culture of communication translate to how you interact with families daily?
- 2With the high health inspection rating you've achieved, what specific protocols are in place to ensure clinical standards remain high for all 120 residents?
- 3Since we want to ensure our loved one is always well-attended to, how is the facility working to increase the number of staff members available for direct resident care?
- 4What does a typical day look like for residents here, and are there specific social activities or outings that help them stay engaged with the community?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night or over a weekend, what is the immediate process for notifying the family and providing care?
- 6How do you manage the daily needs of residents to ensure that even with a larger resident capacity, everyone receives personalized attention?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The food is incredibly good. I was so impressed that I told my children I want to live there when I should no longer live alone.”
“The staff is incredibly kind and attentive. I never feel like we have to worry about Mimi and she is always happy and doing some kind of activity when we come to visit!”
“The rooms are very clean and the food is great. My grandmother loved the meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Best meatloaf in the south.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents who lost too much weight
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
AVIR at Waco shows concerning patterns with 26 deficiencies across recent surveys, including one family-reported complaint about resident abuse protection. The facility repeatedly struggles with food service safety, medication management, and fire safety systems. While all issues have correction dates, the recurring problems with nutrition, pharmacy services, and safety systems across multiple inspections suggest ongoing operational challenges families should carefully consider.
Mar 13, 2026Complaint2
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Feb 6, 2026Routine4
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Dec 31, 2024Routine15
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
Jul 16, 2024Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Nov 2, 2023Routine6
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Mcculloch County Hospital District
for profit
9101 PANTHER WAY OPCO, LLC
BENJAMIN JOHNSON
Chain Affiliation
Avir Health Group
117 facilities nationwide
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
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Official Website
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