The Langford Methodist Retirement Community sits in a quiet neighborhood in College Station and draws on over sixty years of service through Methodist Retirement Communities, with a faith-based, mission-driven philosophy grounded in the ICARE core values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. This community opened in 2018 as the only non-profit, continuing care retirement community in Bryan-College Station, and was named after Ernest Langford, a former mayor of the city. The Langford offers several levels of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and access to Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation at their sister community, Crestview, in Bryan. Residents can choose from spacious flats-bigger than most standard senior apartments-with windows on several sides that let in more natural light, and a design that uses small clusters of homes to avoid those long hallways, plus garage parking under the building for convenience. Room options cover studios, single rooms, two-bedroom units, semi-private, and private spaces, all featuring housekeeping, cable TV, washers and dryers, and kitchens or kitchenettes so folks can feel at home.
Special attention is paid to safety with features like sprinklers and handicap accessibility throughout the property, and services cover things like medication management, dressing, grooming, bathing, and transportation, along with regular podiatry visits, nurses on staff, wound care, and occupational therapy. Staff members have experience managing dementia and Alzheimer's care, designing personal plans and safety measures tailored for each memory care resident. There're lots of ways to stay involved, with social activities, arts and crafts, education programs, a game room, fitness center, health programs, and meals served in a shared dining room when folks want to eat with others. Other communal spaces include a salon/barbershop and easy guest parking, along with wifi throughout the building and regular maintenance provided. For those starting in Independent Living, the financial structure offers deep discounts on future care-10% off Assisted Living, 15% off Memory Support, and 20% off Long-Term Skilled Nursing-with a 90% refundable Entrance Fee to help with planning ahead, and the community accepts long-term care insurance options. The Langford has a reputation for quality service, with a community score of 9.1 based on a proprietary rating analysis, and reviews often mention the facility as beautiful and clean. Residents get guaranteed access to all levels of care as needs change, and the serene setting supports their independence and well-being, all while being close to medical services like Scott & White Hospital and Simpler Healthcare. Monthly rates range from $2,438 up to $8,000, depending on room type and level of care, and the website lists detailed next steps to discuss services, costs, and touring options, including virtual visits. The Langford aims to honor and serve older adults, as an expression of Christ's love, guided by the principle from Matthew 7:12, and remains focused on offering safe, supportive, and flexible living arrangements for seniors in a vibrant, welcoming environment.
