Pricing ranges from
    $3,047 – 3,656/month

    Changing Seasons Retirement & Assisted Living

    1687 Old Hwy 90, Castroville, TX, 78009
    4.5 · 15 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Compassionate care with some drawbacks

    I placed my mom at Changing Seasons and overall I'm grateful - the staff (Directors Danielle and Sasha included) were caring, attentive, and went above and beyond; she thrived in a clean, homey room with private bath, 24-hour supervision, great views, and convenient proximity to family. My only major issues were the high monthly cost (~$6,000), occasional administrative unresponsiveness (intake rep not on site, unanswered emails/voicemails), and a few instances of poor communication or unkind behavior from some staff; meals, activities, and the somewhat clinical areas could improve. Despite that, I highly recommend this facility for families who prioritize compassionate, trustworthy care.

    Pricing

    $3,047+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $3,656+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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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

    4.47 · 15 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Caring, attentive, and conscientious staff
    • Directors (Danielle and Sasha) went above and beyond
    • Consistent, long-term care leading to resident thriving
    • Safe, happy environment with 24-hour supervision
    • Well-appointed, clean, neat, and inviting facility
    • Home-like, welcoming, and kid-friendly atmosphere
    • Small resident community and familiar friends
    • Convenient and desirable location with beautiful views
    • Prompt clinical/medical coordination (e.g., UTI care)
    • Spacious rooms with private bathrooms
    • Trustworthy and well-mannered staff
    • Many reviewers highly recommend the facility

    Cons

    • Unresponsive administration and poor communication
    • Intake representative not present / intake process issues
    • No or slow responses to emails and voicemails
    • Relatively high monthly rate (around $6,000)
    • Some described a clinical or institutional interior appearance
    • Limited activities or desire for more activities
    • Isolated incidents of rude staff, lack of compassion, or poor customer service
    • At least one serious complaint of refused restroom assistance

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is strongly positive about the day-to-day care, the personal attention residents receive, and the facility environment, but there are consistent and important concerns about administrative responsiveness and a few troubling service incidents.

    Care quality and staff professionalism are the most frequently praised elements. Multiple reviewers describe staff as caring, attentive, conscientious, well-mannered, and trustworthy. Directors Danielle and Sasha are singled out by name for going above and beyond, and several families credit the team with long-term, attentive supervision that allowed their loved ones to thrive, feel safe, and be happy. Reviewers repeatedly mention 24-hour supervision, prompt clinical coordination (one example being fast doctor involvement for a urinary tract infection), and an overall sense that residents quickly feel at home and well-cared-for. Many statements culminate in strong recommendations and high regard for the staff’s compassion and dedication.

    Facility attributes receive largely positive comments: reviewers call the property well-appointed, clean, neat, inviting, and home-like. The small community size, beautiful views, and serene setting are noted as attractive features. Several families appreciated the facility’s proximity to their own homes and the presence of familiar friends among residents, which supports social continuity. Amenities called out positively include spacious rooms with private bathrooms and a generally comfortable, kid-friendly environment. For many reviewers these aspects together made Changing Seasons feel like the right fit, and they reported feeling fortunate to have found the community.

    Despite the many positives, there are notable negatives that appear repeatedly and should be considered. A major theme is poor responsiveness from administration: reviewers reported that the intake representative was not on site during the intake process, and that emails and voicemails often went unanswered. This pattern points to inconsistent or unreliable communication with families at critical moments (admissions, follow-up, and general inquiries). Cost is another clear concern; reviewers cite a relatively high monthly rate (approximately $6,000), which may be a limiting factor for some families.

    There are also mixed impressions about the facility’s appearance and programming. While many describe the setting as homey and serene, at least one reviewer found the interior clinical in feel, suggesting there may be variability in perceptions or in different areas of the community. Activities were mentioned as an area for improvement by some residents/families seeking more engagement or programming. More troubling are isolated but serious reports of poor customer service: complaints include rude behavior, lack of compassion, a family member feeling unwelcome, and a specific allegation that restroom assistance was refused. These incidents are not the dominant narrative, but they are significant because they concern basic dignity and safety.

    In summary, Changing Seasons Retirement & Assisted Living receives strong praise for its caregiving staff, resident-centered atmosphere, cleanliness, and the quality of personal and clinical care. The leadership and daily caregivers are repeatedly credited with excellent, compassionate support that leads to resident well-being. However, prospective families should be aware of repeated administrative communication issues during intake and afterward, the comparatively high monthly cost, the desire from some for more activities, and occasional reports of poor customer-service incidents. These mixed points suggest the facility delivers high-quality hands-on care and a warm environment for many residents, while administrative responsiveness and consistency in customer service may require attention or clarification during the decision-making process.

    Location

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    About Changing Seasons Retirement & Assisted Living

    Changing Seasons Retirement & Assisted Living sits out west of San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country, with spots on Old Highway 90 in Castroville, Danny Kaye Drive, and Blanco Road in San Antonio, and you'll see it's a place for seniors who want both help and some comfort-there are private studio apartments, furnished rooms, and beautiful, landscaped grounds with plenty of walking paths, which does make getting fresh air and some sunshine pretty easy even if you don't feel up to a long stroll. The facility serves up three home-cooked meals a day and snacks, and the kitchen takes care to handle allergies and diabetes needs, so folks get safe food on a schedule in the main dining room, and every room stays clean since there's housekeeping and laundry services rolled in, plus staff can help with bathing, dressing, transfers, and getting medicine on time.

    Changing Seasons handles assisted living, memory care, independent living, and home care for seniors, and it's a licensed Texas facility that can support up to 16 residents at a time, so it feels more homey and less crowded than some bigger places, and staff are present 24 hours a day, with video monitoring and locked units for anyone with Alzheimer's or dementia needing safer spaces, which is a comfort to families. The grounds are quiet, shady, and close to local shops, pharmacies, and stores, and there are organized activities like chair exercises, music, holiday parties, group games, and outings, plus memory care activities geared for residents' own abilities, and staff always help where needed with walking, eating, grooming, and all those daily tasks that can get tough.

    You'll find technology set up for seniors including cell phones, internet, hearing aids, ID theft protection, and medical alert systems-the options include Bay Alarm Medical, Medical Guardian, and ADT-besides walk-in tubs, medication dispensers, and home security, which all keep things safer. Staff work with outside health care providers and set up individualized care plans, and care goes from basic companionship to nursing and high-acuity medical needs, up through incontinence and diabetic care, so residents don't have to move as their health changes. Families tend to recommend this place for how helpful and friendly staff are, and reviews rate it around 8.2 out of 10 for its clean, bright spaces, good meals, cheerful atmosphere, and value.

    Cognitive and mental well-being matter here, with specialized memory care for people with different types of dementia, and events often link up with the nearby community for socializing, so people don't feel alone. It's all open every day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and whether someone needs just a little help or a lot, Changing Seasons Retirement & Assisted Living fits different needs as folks grow older.

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