Pricing ranges from
    $4,702 – 5,803/month

    South Austin Assisted Living

    4601 Chesney Ridge Dr, Austin, TX 78749
    • Assisted Living

    Compassionate hospice care in home

    I placed my loved one in this small, privately run home and felt immediate relief - owners with medical backgrounds and their caring staff provided compassionate 24-hour hospice care, one-on-one attention, and accommodated special diets. The facility is clean, home-like and peaceful; the coordinated, trusted caregiving felt like good value, and I would recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.53·(17)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Home-like residential setting
    • Owners with clinical/medical background
    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Low staff-to-resident ratios enabling one-on-one care
    • 24-hour coverage including night-shift staffing
    • Experience with hospice and end-of-life care
    • Clean, well-maintained facility and common areas
    • Accommodating special-diet and meal requests
    • Privately operated, efficiently run management
    • Perceived good value despite premium pricing

    Cons

    • Limited structured activities and resident programming
    • Inconsistent family communication processes
    • Variable dining quality and meal consistency
    • Higher pricing relative to comparable providers
    • Intermittent staffing shortages affecting coverage
    • Small resident census limiting social engagement options

    Summary of reviews

    This facility is consistently described as a small, home-like assisted living residence run by owners with clinical experience. Families emphasize a personalized model of care: low resident counts, high staff visibility, and hands-on attention that supports bedridden residents and end-of-life needs. Care tends to be coordinated with outside medical providers and there is an expressed focus on fall prevention and pressure-injury prevention. Several comments highlight the ability to provide peaceful, dignified hospice care in a residential setting.

    Staff and management are often described positively. Reviewers cite compassionate, attentive caregivers, accommodating staff who will respond to special-diet requests, and owners who are engaged and knowledgeable about clinical needs. The home is described as clean and efficiently run, with 24-hour coverage including night shifts. Pricing is a recurring theme: the facility markets itself at a premium level (start point mentioned around $5,000), and while some families view that cost as reasonable for the level of individualized attention, others perceive the fees as relatively high compared with alternatives.

    Dining and programming are areas of mixed feedback. Several families praise the meals and residents’ enjoyment of food, but others note variability in meal quality and recommend confirming culinary offerings in person. Activity programming is limited by both the small community size and the facility’s model; reviewers describe minimal structured group activities and variable resident participation. This model supports intensive one-on-one care but may offer fewer social or group options for residents seeking more active programming.

    The primary operational concerns to investigate further are communication and staffing consistency. Families report uneven communication practices, and there are mentions of intermittent staffing shortages despite an overall pattern of attentive caregiving. Prospective residents and families who prioritize individualized, medically informed, and hospice-capable care may find this setting well suited to their needs. Those who prioritize robust group activities or the lowest possible price should confirm current activity schedules, staffing patterns, and a detailed pricing comparison before committing.

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    Location

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    South Austin Assisted Living is located at 4601 Chesney Ridge Dr, Austin, TX, 78749.

    About South Austin Assisted Living

    South Austin Assisted Living is a residential care home dedicated to providing supportive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment. Nestled in the heart of South Austin, it is known for its homey atmosphere, where residents enjoy comfortable living spaces and attentive assistance tailored to their individual needs. Life at South Austin Assisted Living revolves around fostering independence, dignity, and well-being, with attentive staff available around the clock to assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and mobility.

    The beautifully furnished home features inviting indoor common areas as well as serene outdoor spaces where residents can relax or socialize with one another. Special attention is given to meals, with home-cooked recipes served three times daily in a communal dining area. The kitchen staff is happy to create special dishes for residents with dietary preferences or needs, ensuring each individual enjoys both nutrition and flavor in their meals.

    Programming at South Austin Assisted Living is designed to offer both enrichment and relaxation. Scheduled activities include arts and crafts, gardening in the backyard, puzzles, music time, and movie nights. Residents can also participate in gentle exercise sessions or simply unwind in the cozy living room, which provides a perfect setting for reading or visiting with guests.

    With a focus on creating a genuine sense of community, South Austin Assisted Living encourages friendships and connections among residents. Family members are welcome to visit and join community events, making it easy for loved ones to maintain close ties. The care team, including attentive caregivers and dedicated program coordinators, ensures each individual is recognized, respected, and supported.

    Ultimately, South Austin Assisted Living offers not just assistance, but a true home. Its warm, personalized approach, thriving social environment, and thoughtful amenities create a nurturing place where seniors can live comfortably and with confidence.

    People often ask...

    South Austin Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,702 per month.

    South Austin Assisted Living offers assisted living and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 4601 Chesney Ridge Dr, Austin, TX 78749.

    No, South Austin Assisted Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Texas, the Health & Human Services Commission licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities, conducting health and life-safety visits and complaint investigations.

    License number001cv00000RpXDyAAN
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility (type B)
    License classLicensed
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeSOUTH AUSTIN ASSISTED LIVING INC
    Care servedType B
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    Inspection Reports

    3

    Reports

    8

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    28 Oct 2022Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies: no evidence of the manager's required 12 hours of annual continuing education, and no locked area for all medications.
    • Health Visit
    • Health Visit
    28 Oct 2022Inspection
    Found a deficiency requiring a locked area for all medications.
    • Health Visit
    22 May 2019Life Safety
    Identified multiple deficiencies, including inadequate fire-rated interior walls/ceilings, lack of insect screens on operable windows, failure to conduct an annual fire marshal inspection, poor building repair, and missing or undocumented extinguisher inspections.
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