Avista Living is an assisted living facility located in Houston, Texas. The community provides specialized support for older adults who require assistance with daily living activities and features a residential environment designed for comfort and accessibility. Avista Living is staffed to provide care services and supervision addressing a range of medical and personal needs.
The care services at Avista Living include comprehensive medication management, ensuring residents take medications as prescribed through scheduled administration and monitoring. Incontinence care is available, with staff assisting residents by managing supplies and supporting toileting needs. Ambulatory care is provided for those who need help moving around or require mobility aids. The facility also offers diabetes care, with support for blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration as required. Behavioral and psychiatric issues are accepted and managed in collaboration with external healthcare providers, and residents who require PEG tube feeding are supported according to medical guidelines. Full assistance is available for all activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting.
Specialized memory care is available for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, with a secured community environment that emphasizes safety and reduces wandering risk. The facility features multilingual staff who can communicate in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, which aids in resident engagement and comfort. On-site amenities include a barber and beauty salon for routine grooming and personal care.
Transportation services at Avista Living include both complimentary transportation and transportation at cost, depending on the destination and scheduling. These services are provided for medical purposes—such as appointments with healthcare professionals—as well as for non-medical needs like shopping and personal errands.
Resident and family reviews report high satisfaction with the quality of care and describe the staff as attentive, friendly, and personalized in their approach. Cleanliness is consistently mentioned, with many families noting a well-kept and fresh-smelling environment. Meals are described as generally balanced and home-cooked, though opinions vary on consistency and preparation. Feedback on activities is mixed; while some appreciate games and music provided, others suggest there is a need for more diverse engagement beyond television. Overall, most reviewers characterize Avista Living as a welcoming, homelike facility well-suited to individuals seeking attentive care in a smaller setting and suggest that prospective residents and families discuss activity offerings and meal options with staff prior to admission.
Costs at this community start at $2,550 and range up to $6,451. The average price in the community is $4,500, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,441. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.