Mercy House - Waco is a memory care community located in Waco, Texas, specializing in support for individuals experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. This facility is a secured, memory-care-only community, designed specifically to accommodate the unique safety and environmental needs of residents with memory-related conditions. The environment aims to support both independence and well-being, featuring secured areas and exterior walking paths for safe outdoor access.

The care offered at Mercy House - Waco includes comprehensive memory care services that focus on specialized support for cognitive impairment. The staff provides full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Incontinence care is available, and the facility also offers ambulatory care for residents who require assistance with mobility. Medical and health services include diabetes care, medication management, and regular visits from professionals providing podiatry and dental care. Pharmacy (RX) services are available for prescription support. The community can accommodate English and Spanish-speaking residents and is equipped with amenities such as common areas for social activities, clubs, and organized community events. The setting is designed to be manageable, secure, and supportive of purposeful engagement, offering passive and active lifestyle opportunities, though some families note that activity options can be limited for certain residents.

Feedback from residents and families often describes Mercy House - Waco as clean and home-like, with a welcoming and attentive staff providing individualized attention. Residents benefit from a community-oriented atmosphere, regular activities, and outdoor spaces that promote relaxation. Meal services receive generally positive feedback for their quality and variety. Some families have expressed concerns relating to the facility’s policy communication, specifically involving changes to fees or policies, as well as the use of hall-only bathrooms that require staff to unlock. There have also been remarks about the staff’s ability to handle residents with aggressive behaviors or more complex care requirements. Overall, families appreciate the compassionate care and recommend the facility for memory care or respite care needs, while advising prospective residents and their families to review facility policies and confirm fit for specific care needs.

Costs at this community start at $4,450 and range up to $5,250. The average price in the community is $4,850, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,490. The cost of memory care 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.