Independence Hill Assisted Living
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight kind and caring staff members. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 25 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
While this facility has a long history of providing a kind, community-oriented environment with great activities, the recent report of life-threatening medication errors is a major red flag. If you choose this facility, you must perform rigorous due diligence regarding their current staffing levels and medication administration protocols.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
25 reviews on Google“Families may find comfort in the facility's long-standing reputation for kind, attentive staff and engaging social activities. However, there is a critical and recent report of severe medication mismanagement and understaffing that led to a resident's death, which must be addressed with extreme caution.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Kind and caring staff members
- Engaging social activities and programs
- Well-maintained and clean environment
- Consistent pricing structure for residents
Concerns
- Severe medication mismanagement and understaffing
- Declining food quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Distribution · 28 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed how much you value resident feedback in your responses; how does the management team use resident input to improve the dining experience?
- 2With so many engaging social programs mentioned by others, could you walk us through what a typical week of activities looks like for a resident?
- 3What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure medication is administered accurately and safely every single day?
- 4How does the care team manage resident needs during the night or during unexpected staffing shifts?
- 5We are looking for a clean and well-maintained home for our loved one; how often are the common areas and private apartments deep-cleaned?
- 6Could you tell us more about the current dining menu and how you ensure meal quality remains consistent for all residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I deeply regret the decision to move my mom to Independence Hill Assisted Living, as she tragically passed away just one month after her admission. Despite repeated calls to the Director, my mom did not receive her low blood pressure medication for over a month.”
“My mother-in-law is 93 and moved into Independence Hill on August 30th of this year. We are so impressed with the staff and their communication from Day 1.”
“The rent at IHAL remains the same until the resident leaves. They know their clientele. These people are on a fixed incomes.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: Texas Health & Human Services Commission
Key Findings
Independence Hill Assisted Living had a recent inspection in September 2024 regarding fire extinguisher compliance. A much larger number of life safety violations were identified during a 2020 inspection, involving fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and building maintenance, most of which were corrected by mid-2020.
Sep 5, 2024Routine
Health Code (1 violations)
The facility failed to provide portable fire extinguishers that met the referenced codes and standards.
Feb 14, 2020Routine16Report
Life Safety Code (16 violations)
The facility failed to ensure the fire alarm and smoke detection system was in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.
The facility failed to ensure compliance with the International Plumbing Code 2000 or the 2000 Uniform Plumbing Code.
The facility failed to provide floor drains in the kitchen and dishwashing areas, and/or the existing facility with no floor drains failed to keep the floors clean.
The facility failed to ensure the required sprinkler system was inspected, tested, and maintained in compliance with NFPA 25.
The facility failed to provide operable windows or powered exhaust that is required for all odor-producing rooms.
The facility failed to comply with Chapter 33, Existing Residential Board and Care Occupancies.
The facility failed to ensure the smoke detectors were to be tested for sensitivity as required. The facility failed to provide all required fire alarm documentation, including as-built installation drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and a written sequence of operation, must be available for examination by DADS.
The facility failed to ensure compliance with smoking regulations in the licensing standards for assisted living facilities.
The facility failed to provide and/or maintain a commercial range hood and exhaust system in compliance with NFPA 96.
The facility failed to provide exit signs with emergency power.
The facility failed to provide adequate janitor closets.
The facility failed to ensure the building was kept in good repair.
The facility failed to provide the required sprinkler system to meet NFPA 13 or 13R.
The facility failed to provide and/or maintain portable fire extinguishers in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities and NFPA 10.
The facility failed to provide lighting levels in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.
The facility failed to provide and maintain heating and cooling systems in compliance with licensing standards for assisted living facilities.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Stone Oak Villas II Ltd
for profit
STONE OAK VILLAS II LTD
ROBERT GOSSETT
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