Ussery Roan Texas State Veterans Home sits in Amarillo and opened back in 2007, dedicated by Commissioner Jerry Patterson, and named for Mike Ussery and Marine PFC Charles Howard Roan, both Panhandle heroes, and it was made for Texas veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star parents, so anyone considering living here will need to go through a few clear steps like scheduling assessments, discussing care needs, reviewing important certification records, and looking over all the available services, with a chance to sit down and talk about costs, arrange a tour, and go over how moving in works, which helps keep everything organized and understood. The place can take care of up to 120 people, and of those, there are 30 beds set aside on a secured Alzheimer's unit, so some folks can get specialized memory care with things like cozy visiting spots, a special activity area, a private dining room just for them, and a secure outdoor courtyard where they can spend time outside safely.
This home offers nursing care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, wound care, podiatry, and medication support, with long-term medical support always around, and if residents need help dressing, bathing, or getting ready for bed, personal care assistants handle those everyday needs kindly and respectfully. The building's designed to be safe with accessible features throughout and has a working sprinkler system for extra security. Folks have plenty of room choices, from private to semi-private rooms, some studios, single rooms, or even two-bedroom units, all clearly priced for what you pick, although the exact numbers aren't always easy to find right away.
Residents here won't have trouble staying busy or healthy because of the fitness center, game rooms for activities and crafts, education programs, wellness events, and there's a barbershop and salon so no one has to go out if they want a haircut. There's also regular transportation for folks who need help getting around, and they don't overlook the basics like housekeeping, laundry, guest parking, Wi-Fi, and cable TV. Meals are taken care of in the dining room, and anyone who needs support at mealtimes gets help. This home allows veterans to stay close to people who understand their experiences and supports families in a community-focused way, operating with Medicare and Medicaid approval. The whole place works with a clear plan so new residents and their families don't get lost in the process, and every step from assessment to moving in is laid out for them, which does make settling in a little easier.
