Pricing ranges from
    $5,232 – 6,801/month

    The Villages of Windcrest

    702 W Windcrest St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Beautiful hilltop community excellent care

    I moved my mom in recently and I'm very pleased. The modern, hilltop community is beautiful with great views, outdoor spaces and convenient access to town and the hospital. Staff, leadership (Tara and team) and residents are warm and welcoming - the CEO even helped with move-in and TV setup. Food is fantastic (three meals with choices), activities are plentiful (fitness, memory programs, outings, games, spa), and the facility is extremely clean and well-run with attentive, 24/7 caregivers. There's a genuine sense of community and thoughtful services like on-floor laundry, beauty shop and shuttle rides - I'd recommend it to families, with only minor reservations.

    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
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Spa
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.34·(38)

    Overall rating

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

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate and attentive caregiving staff
    • Engaged and supportive executive leadership
    • Clean, modern, well-maintained building
    • Diverse, engaging activity program
    • Nutritious, varied dining with meal choices
    • On-site amenities (gym, beauty shop, activity room, laundry)
    • Flexible, customizable levels of care
    • Dedicated memory-care unit
    • Transportation for shopping and errands
    • Small, low-density community with scenic outdoor spaces
    • 24/7 support and emergency response availability
    • Smooth move-in assistance and hands-on resident welcome

    Cons

    • High cost of living and care
    • High staff turnover and reliance on agency/temporary staff
    • Inconsistent medication administration and documentation
    • Staff communication and interpersonal conduct
    • Management instability and perceived favoritism
    • Reduced clinical staffing and oversight during weekends/after hours
    • Inconsistent housekeeping and meal-service continuity
    • Allegations of review suppression

    Summary of reviews

    The Villages of Windcrest is described as a small, modern assisted-living community with a range of resident-focused amenities and a strong activity program. Reviewers commonly highlight the facility’s clean, recently updated building, scenic low-density site, and on-site features such as a gym, beauty shop, activity room, puzzles, and on-floor laundry. The community’s size and layout appear to support personalized attention and a welcoming, family-like atmosphere for many residents.

    Clinical and direct-care experiences are mixed in the feedback. Many families and staff praise caregivers, med techs, and kitchen personnel as compassionate, attentive, and willing to go above and beyond; the memory-care unit and its programming receive positive comments. At the same time, there are recurring concerns about medication administration and documentation practices, and some reviewers described diminished nursing coverage and oversight on weekends and after hours. These operational issues suggest prospective families should ask specifically about medication protocols, weekend clinical staffing, and escalation procedures.

    Staffing and workplace dynamics are a prominent theme. Several comments point to high turnover and frequent use of agency or temporary staff, which results in a lack of familiar faces for residents and variability in day-to-day care continuity. There are also concerns about communication tone and interpersonal conduct from particular administrative staff members, and reviewers referenced management instability, perceived favoritism, and internal personnel conflicts. Conversely, other accounts praise specific leaders (including the executive director) for being responsive and effective; this indicates a mixed picture where local leadership strengths may coexist with broader organizational challenges.

    Dining and programming are relative strengths. Reviewers note three meals daily with choices, positive kitchen staff interactions, off-site luncheons, regular shopping trips, fitness classes, memory and reading activities, themed events, and spa/nail services. The activity calendar appears broad and engaging, with events designed for socialization and cognitive stimulation, which many families find valuable for resident quality of life.

    Operational consistency is an area for scrutiny. In addition to medication and staffing concerns, reviewers mention intermittent housekeeping lapses and occasional meal-service continuity issues. There are also more sensitive allegations around online review handling. Prospective residents and families would be well served to verify housekeeping schedules, meal-service guarantees, complaint-handling procedures, and how the community manages and documents quality concerns.

    Overall, The Villages of Windcrest presents as a well-appointed, activity-rich community with a number of highly praised direct-care staff and leaders. At the same time, recurring operational themes — particularly staff turnover, reliance on temporary personnel, medication-management inconsistencies, and uneven management practices — merit direct questions during a tour. Recommended next steps for families: meet the clinical leadership, review staffing ratios and weekend coverage, request written medication and incident-response policies, and observe mealtime and activity periods to confirm the daily experience aligns with expectations.

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    Location

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    The Villages of Windcrest is located at 702 W Windcrest St, Fredericksburg, TX, 78624.

    About The Villages of Windcrest

    The Villages of Windcrest sits close to Hill Country Memorial Hospital and Windcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, which is handy if any health issues come up and people need quick care, and the building shows off German heritage in its design, so it feels like it belongs right in the Hill Country. The place gives tours for anyone who wants to look around, ask questions, and see how folks live daily or meet the friendly staff and residents. Services cover a wide range, from independent living and assisted living to memory care, nursing care, and continuing care, so people can stay as their needs change and don't have to move again later. Every suite in memory care stays private, with a big focus on dignity and personal comfort, and there's a team made up of things like registered nurses, part-time nurses, LPNs, and CNAs, with someone around 24/7 for emergencies or those needing extra help. The Villages of Windcrest makes health a focus, setting up things like medication reminders, help with bathing or dressing, and personalized wellness programs. There's general transportation and shopping trips, help with daily needs, and caregivers close by if someone wants a hand, and families can pay by check if they wish.

    Meals are cooked by chefs or planned by meal helpers and include three daily meals and snacks, usually in shared dining rooms, and there's even a full-sized kitchen for cooking classes or group meals when people want to try something hands-on. The Villages keeps life interesting with an activity room, lounge, theaters for movies, and community kitchens, plus outdoor features like gardening spaces and shaded gazebos so residents can enjoy the weather without sitting in the hot sun. The onsite spa and salon stay busy with haircut and beauty appointments, while activity rooms and social lounges give everyone spaces to meet, watch TV together, or just relax-Wi-Fi and cable keep folks connected in most areas, and the apartments all come in different sizes, with bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchenettes to make it feel homey and let people bring their own things. Onsite religious worship is offered, and the staff plans worship services and religious support for those who want it.

    Memory care and support for Alzheimer's or dementia get attention, with programs that are built to help each person be as independent and safe as possible, and staff use techniques that focus on dignity and keeping everyone feeling like themselves. The facility tries for active days with things like social events, classes, outings, and fitness or wellness programs. There's a strong sense of community with the Spark® program, which runs various activities to keep people social and mentally engaged, and laundry, housekeeping, and maintenance are handled so residents don't need to worry about chores. Residents can bring their pets, but they'll need to handle the pet care themselves.

    People like the clean and well-lit buildings, and the surroundings make it feel welcoming and joyful. Safety features are part of the set-up, with mobility aids and adjustable chairs, so even people who have trouble getting around can move more easily and safely, and private parking is on-site. The entry fee is $2,500, and there's a focus on partnering with each family to match care to each resident's needs and interests, always aiming to help everyone stay as independent and involved as they can, whether they're just looking for a vibrant social spot or need more regular nursing or help with memory issues. All in all, it's the kind of place for older adults looking for somewhere where people know their name, there's plenty to do, and help is always there if you need it.

    About Frontier Senior Living

    The Villages of Windcrest is managed by Frontier Senior Living.

    Frontier Management is a leading senior living provider in the United States, operating over 120 communities across 19 states. Headquartered in Durham, Oregon, Frontier offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Founded in 2000, Frontier has grown significantly and has been recognized for its excellence in senior care, earning multiple prestigious industry awards.

    One of Frontier's hallmark programs is the Spark program, rooted in Montessori-style practices, which promotes purpose and engagement among residents. Initially designed for memory care, this program has been expanded to other types of care within Frontier's communities. The Spark program empowers residents to have an active role in their community, enhancing their daily lives through meaningful activities.

    Frontier is also known for its dedication to resident health and well-being. Their communities offer comprehensive services tailored to individual needs, including customized healthcare plans through the Frontier Advantage Network, which aims to extend residents' stay by keeping them healthier for longer periods.

    The company has undergone significant changes and growth in recent years, including a rebranding effort to refresh its image and enhance its services. Frontier's communities are spread across various states including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin.

    Frontier Management's commitment to quality care, innovative programs, and extensive service options makes it a prominent name in senior living, continually striving to meet the evolving needs of its residents.

    People often ask...

    The Villages of Windcrest offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,232 per month.

    The Villages of Windcrest offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 31 photos of The Villages of Windcrest on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 702 W Windcrest St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624.

    No, The Villages of Windcrest 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 number001cv00000Rt2gDAAR
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility (type B)
    License classLicensed
    Capacity86 residents
    LicenseeWindcrest OpCo, LLC
    Care servedType B
    Special certificationAlzheimer's Certified
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    Inspection Reports

    1

    Reports

    3

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    27 Dec 2021Inspection
    Found deficiencies related to electronic monitoring documentation and required postings.
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