Buckner Villas, located at 11110 Tom Adams Dr, Austin, TX 78753, is a faith-based, nonprofit senior living community run by Buckner Retirement Services and spread out over a peaceful 25-acre property, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation all in the same neighborhood so folks can stay close even if their needs change over time, which gives a lot of people peace of mind, and with 69 homes built in 2017-some as apartments with one, two, or three bedrooms, some as cottages or suites-residents find comfortable living spaces, all with plush carpets, walk-in closets, washers and dryers, and covered parking, plus cable TV and wireless internet, which helps everyone keep up with the world or their loved ones, and there's a policy for residents to have up to two cats or dogs so long as they're under 35 pounds and meet the breed guidelines with a one-time $500 fee, so pets are welcome, which means a lot to folks who love their animals.
In this neighborhood, people have access to amenities like an indoor heated pool and spa that's nice for both relaxation and physical therapy, a fitness center where regular workouts help residents stay active, a library for reading or quiet time, and a theater for movie nights or screenings, and there's always a schedule of activities-workout sessions, evening events, card games, outings, and wellness programs-planned through their Lifestyles Programming, which can be a good way for people to socialize or just be around others; and housekeeping, laundry, and scheduled transportation on weekdays come with the living arrangement, which takes some daily worries off people's plates, plus maintenance is handled by staff, and all the apartments are wheelchair accessible, which helps many get around easier.
The staff is available 24 hours a day, and folks have noticed that the team's friendly and responsive in the way they help, especially in assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care areas where round-the-clock caregivers are on hand; the community pays attention to personalized care, emotional health, and building a sense of belonging, which carries out the Buckner Core Principles like Connection, Independence, Purpose, Security, and Service, and with no restraints used and special care like mattresses on the floor in memory care, families say residents who need extra help are often treated with compassion.
Buckner Villas puts a lot of energy into making sure residents feel safe, respected, and engaged, whether it's through social celebrations, outings, or just the everyday support, and because it's a continuing care retirement community, residents who come in for independent living and later need assisted living, memory care, or rehabilitation don't have to leave the place they know; plus, the property's warm and inviting, which has gotten it positive attention and awards like the Best of 2020 from SeniorAdvisor.com, recognized for high-quality support, strong engagement, and maintaining a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and plenty of support right there if they need it.
