The Bradford House

    1704 N Bradford St, Gilmer, TX 75644
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Kind staff and clean facility

    I moved my mother into this small, 33-resident community and I'm very satisfied. The staff are amazing-down-to-earth, friendly, kind nurses who treat family like their own and manage medications reliably. The facility feels clean and homey with shiny floors, deodorizers, well-kept sitting areas, private rooms with window views, and consistently very good food. Residents seem happy, parking and covered walkways are convenient, and the team is always ready to help.

    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
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

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

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.33·(18)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      2.5
    • Value

      3.3

    Pros

    • Friendly, responsive staff
    • Kind and attentive nursing care
    • Warm, home-like atmosphere
    • Clean, well-maintained common areas
    • Private rooms with exterior/window views
    • High-quality meals
    • Small, intimate facility size
    • Adequate parking with a covered walkway
    • Effective medication management

    Cons

    • Inconsistent leadership and ownership oversight
    • Weak enforcement of facility policies (smoking and animal control)
    • Stray-animal presence affecting walkways and sanitation
    • Aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance
    • Odor concerns in some common areas
    • Unreliable resident transportation services
    • Limited daytime activities and programming
    • Staffing availability and responsiveness gaps
    • Accessibility issues between parking and main entrance
    • Gaps in complaint resolution and family communication

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews present a mixed but consistent pattern: strong, person-focused caregiving and dining are repeated strengths, while operational and oversight issues recur as concerns. Many commenters highlight courteous, helpful staff and compassionate nursing care; several note that the facility feels home-like and that residents appear comfortable. Meal quality and cleanliness of interior common areas (foyer, sitting areas, floors) are also frequently praised. The small size of the community and efficiency-style apartments contribute to an intimate environment that some families prefer.

    Clinical care and daily routines show both positives and gaps. Medication management and direct care were described positively in multiple accounts, and staff were characterized as attentive and ready to help. At the same time, there are reports indicating uneven staff availability and occasional delays in responsiveness. Activity programming appears limited, with specific mention of little or no daytime activities; prospective families interested in engagement options should ask about the current schedule and roster of programs.

    Facilities are described in mixed terms: common areas are generally well-kept and private rooms have exterior views, but the building is older and in need of updates. Specific maintenance issues—such as roof leaks and other signs of deferred upkeep—were noted. Accessibility concerns include the distance between some parking areas and the front entrance despite the presence of a covered walkway; families with mobility needs should evaluate arrival routes on site. Some reviewers raised odor concerns in common spaces, which may reflect sanitation- or ventilation-related issues in parts of the building.

    Operational leadership and policy enforcement are prominent areas of concern. Several comments allege weak follow-through on complaints and inconsistent enforcement of rules (notably smoking restrictions and animal control). There are repeated mentions of stray animals on walkways and related sanitation implications, and reviewers described that raised concerns were not consistently addressed by management or ownership. Transportation reliability—particularly for scheduled medical trips such as dialysis—was also identified as an operational weakness.

    Taken together, the pattern suggests a facility with solid frontline caregiving and dining strengths but with notable managerial and infrastructure gaps. Prospective residents and families should verify current leadership practices, ask for documentation of transportation arrangements, observe daytime activities firsthand, and inspect how the facility manages pets/stray animals and smoking policies. Reviewing recent inspection reports or speaking with current families may help clarify how longstanding the operational issues are and whether management has implemented corrective actions.

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    Location

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    The Bradford House is located at 1704 N Bradford St, Gilmer, TX, 75644.

    About The Bradford House

    The Bradford House is a senior living community that offers different care options like assisted living, independent living, nursing care, home care, memory care for Alzheimer's, and respite care for short stays, and you'll find the staff here speak both English and Spanish, which makes things easier for many folks around here. The place has rooms set up for either just one person or to share, and there's a choice between furnished or unfurnished, so people can bring their own things if they want, and each room has its own climate controls and satellite TV with more than 95 channels. There are gardens and walking paths outside, and inside you'll find common areas for socializing and activities, plus free WiFi all through the property, including the community spaces. They have meals cooked by a chef, and there's a dining area where residents can eat together, or have a guest join them for a meal if they like, and the facility provides meals suited to special diets or health conditions, thanks to their nutrition programs. Residents get personal care plans suited to their needs, including medication reminders, help with moving around, and support with everyday things, and the nurse on staff, though only part-time, helps out with health concerns like diabetes or incontinence care. There's regular housekeeping and laundry, help with linen service, and scheduled rides for shopping, outings, or doctor appointments. Residents and their families can talk to senior living counselors for information and support, and there are resources on programs and care options, including help with veteran's affairs. The community stays open every day, around the clock, so someone is always there to help, and folks can join activities like arts and crafts, music, games, gardening, and even devotionals, either on site or at events out in the community. The facility allows pets, though it does cost a $250 deposit and a $25 monthly fee for that, and there's a parking lot for residents or visitors. There's an on-site salon for haircuts and grooming, and communal spaces are set up for people to gather and form friendships or take part in social and wellness programs. The Bradford House wants folks to feel independent but still get the support they need, focusing on comfort, safety, and ways for adults to stay active as long as possible, and it's licensed under Facility ID 100559, License No. 149703, for those who want those details.

    People often ask...

    The Bradford House offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,011 per month.

    The Bradford House offers independent living and assisted living.

    There are 8 photos of The Bradford House on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1704 N Bradford St, Gilmer, TX 75644.

    No, The Bradford House 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 number001cv00000RsWzEAAV
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility (type B)
    License classLicensed
    Capacity50 residents
    LicenseeTHE MADERA CORPORATION
    Care servedType B
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    Inspection Reports

    1

    Reports

    5

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    4

    Years

    27 Jan 2022Life Safety
    Identified multiple deficiencies in life-safety practices, including inspection records, alarm and sprinkler system maintenance, gas heating checks, and emergency preparedness.
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