Tara Helenthal
Jul 2026
Great place. Great staff. Feels like home.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 123
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 123
- Inspections
- View history (28 citations)
- Memory Care
- Dedicated Memory Center for dementia residents
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Wisteria Place as a warm, home-like community where staff are attentive and quick to respond to concerns. Reviewers particularly note a smooth transition for residents moving into the memory care unit, with dining areas designed to encourage socialization. Overall sentiment is very positive, with no recurring complaints noted.
The Good
- Staff described as caring and attentive
- Home-like, farmhouse-style atmosphere
- Cozy courtyard for relaxing outdoors
- Smooth transition for memory care residents
- Staff quick to respond to concerns
- Dining room layout encourages resident socialization
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Wisteria Place Assisted Living is a senior living community in Abilene, Texas offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 58 reviews.
About Wisteria Place Assisted Living
Wisteria Place Assisted Living is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Abilene, Texas, licensed for 123 residents. The facility includes a memory care unit called Legacy Lane, alongside general assisted living services.
Families consistently praise the attentiveness and genuine warmth of the staff across all roles, from nurses and caregivers to housekeeping and administrative staff. Residents and their families highlight how staff members take time to inform families about medical changes, check in regularly, and treat residents as individuals rather than cases. One family wrote that their father "genuinely likes being there," while another noted their mother became noticeably happier and more social within weeks of arrival. The community maintains clean, comfortable spaces with a farmhouse aesthetic and courtyard, and offers activities and dining options designed to keep residents engaged.
The facility earned a 4.8 out of 5 rating across 58 Google reviews, with families frequently mentioning seamless onboarding, responsive administration, and staff who demonstrate genuine investment in resident wellbeing and comfort, particularly during vulnerable transitions or end-of-life care.
Types of Care at Wisteria Place Assisted Living
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Salon / Barber
- Security
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Wisteria Place Assisted Living
4.8overall · 58 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (58)
Turner
Jul 2026
Wisteria Place is a wonderful community with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, you can tell the staff genuinely care about the residents and treat them with kindness and respect. The building is clean, comfortable, and offers a variety of activities that help keep everyone engaged and connected. It’s evident that they strive to create a place that truly feels like home for both residents and their families. If you’re looking for an assisted living community where compassion and quality care come first, I would definitely recommend Wisteria Place.
Matt Hainline
Mar 2026
Here you go, Matt — ready to post:<br><br>My dad is 91 and recently transitioned to memory care at Wisteria Place, and I can’t say enough good things about the experience. From the very beginning, the staff has been incredibly thoughtful and kind — not just in the care they provide, but in how they treat him as a person. He genuinely likes being there, which gives our family tremendous peace of mind.<br><br>The move to memory care can be an emotional and difficult decision for any family. The team at Wisteria Place made that transition as smooth and compassionate as possible. You can tell they truly care about the residents and take pride in creating a safe, comfortable environment.<br><br>If you’re looking for a place where your loved one will be treated with dignity and warmth, I wholeheartedly recommend Wisteria Place. We’re grateful every day that Dad is in such good hands.<br><br>If you think of a specific moment or staff member’s name you’d like to call out, let me know and I’ll work it in. Those personal touches tend to mean a lot to the people working there.
Mike Forrester
Jun 2025
Wisteria has been the best place my mom could be at the age of 91 … Tammy , Deanna , Cat , Tiwona ,Medina and the entire nursing , house keeping and kitchen employees have been nothing but great !!!!They love and care for her and they make her feel loved there …We have been in 3 other assisted living places and this is by far the BEST!!!! Thanks Mike Forrester
Debora Stephens
Jun 2025
We have been extremely pleased with the care my future Mother Inlaw has received from the caring staff . We feel that they each go the extra mile to see that she feels at home there and has complete confidence in her caregivers.
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 28 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 20, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction
Mar 4, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 18, 2026
Oct 31, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 1, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 1, 2025
Jul 30, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 12, 2025
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 27, 2025
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 12, 2025
Jun 26, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard6 citations
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 28, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 28, 2024
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 1, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 27, 2024
Nov 1, 2023Health ComplaintInfection Control1 citation
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 15, 2023
Apr 12, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2023
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.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2023
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.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 15, 2023
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Wisteria Place Assisted Living offer?
Wisteria Place Assisted Living offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Wisteria Place Assisted Living located?
Wisteria Place Assisted Living is located at 3202 S Willis St in Abilene, Texas.
What do families say about Wisteria Place Assisted Living?
Families describe Wisteria Place as a warm, home-like community where staff are attentive and quick to respond to concerns. Reviewers particularly note a smooth transition for residents moving into the memory care unit, with dining areas designed to encourage socialization. Overall sentiment is very positive, with no recurring complaints noted.
How did Wisteria Place Assisted Living do on recent health and safety inspections?
Wisteria Place Assisted Living had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 28 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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