Clearwater at the Heights

Clearwater at The Heights sits in Houston, TX, in the Heights area, and has seven stories with 222 apartments that offer studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floor plans, and well, you'll find these are meant to fit lots of tastes, with features like high ceilings, walk-in closets, washer and dryer, air conditioning, patios or balconies, and plenty of natural light from big windows, so whether a person prefers a small snug spot or a larger apartment, there's some flexibility there, and you can even have a pet, since cats and dogs are welcome as long as there's no more than two per home and the breed meets the rules. The community supports several care types including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and even skilled nursing, which isn't as common everywhere, so folks dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia can get help in the Clearbrook Memory Support neighborhood that's planned for people with those needs, and care always gets based on what fits each person, with the team involving families in how the care is handled. The building's got an emergency response system throughout and a caring staff that offers 24-hour support with daily activities and uses personalized care plans to handle things like housekeeping, laundry, and assistance as needed.

People don't have to cook if they don't want to, since there are several dining venues, created by the Savor Culinary team, so you'll have a range of meals to pick from, and there are nice restaurant-style spaces with big windows and wood floors. For staying active or social, the place has a fitness center with classes, heated pool, spa and salon, movie theater, art studio, business center, and even a golf simulator called PAR Golf, and you'll see happy hours, wine tastings, holiday parties, exercise programs, art sessions, and group trips to nearby restaurants, landmarks, or parks pop up on the activity calendar. The community's built to keep things friendly and easy to navigate, with amenities like elevators, common rooms with fireplaces, landscaped courtyards, outdoor patios that look over the skyline or let you catch the sunrise, and a dog park for furry friends to play. There's also scheduled transportation and concierge help for errands, trips, and appointments, so getting around the city or handling little things is less of a worry, and if someone needs more support-like on-site therapy, occupational therapy, or skilled nursing-it's available right in the building.

Residents can come and go with short-term or month-to-month leases, which works out for people who may want to try it out first or only stay for a season, and the apartments range in size from about 204 to 1,170 square feet, letting people pick what fits best. The building itself is modern with balconies, open concept living areas, pendant lighting, and comfortable lounges, so even though it's up-to-date, there's still a warm, home-like feeling, which the staff and residents try to keep going with a welcoming atmosphere. Time outside can be spent in the pool area or the courtyards with their putting greens and water features, so folks who like some fresh air or gardening will find a few spots to call their own. Clearwater at The Heights, run by Clearwater Living, first opened in 2022 and used to be Watermark at Houston Heights, so you might hear that name from time to time. The facility does keep resident well-being in mind, with daily activities for body and mind, accessible parking, EV charging, and even easy transit nearby in case family want to visit or residents want to explore the city a bit. There's always a focus on supporting people with whatever level of independence or care they need, and the environment keeps things upbeat and engaged, whether someone is there for the long haul or just staying a while.

Clearwater at the Heights is managed by Watermark Retirement.

Watermark Retirement Communities is a premier senior living operator managing over 70 communities across 21 states with approximately 5,800 associates, ranked as the nation's 9th-leading senior housing operator by the American Seniors Housing Association. Founded in 1985 by David Freshwater and David Barnes as The Fountains in Tucson, Arizona, the company pioneered wellness-based senior living in collaboration with the University of Arizona Center on Aging before rebranding as Watermark in 2006. Headquartered in Tucson, Watermark became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore-based Keppel Corporation in March 2024, following Keppel's initial 50% acquisition in 2019, with Paul Boethel succeeding the founders as CEO while Freshwater continues as Chairman Emeritus.

The company's signature Watermark University is an award-winning intergenerational learning program where residents, associates, family members, and local experts—including museum curators, university professors, and world-renowned doctors—teach dozens of classes ranging from watercolor painting and ballroom dancing to language learning and sculpture workshops. Named among Fortune's Top 25 Best Workplaces for Aging Services™ by the Great Place to Work® Institute, Watermark provides comprehensive training through programs like GO (General Orientation) Ripples, Leadership by Design workshops, and specialized sales systems focused on understanding buyer motivations and customer service excellence.

Watermark's innovative Prema Memory Support℠ program features Naya caregivers—named after the Sanskrit word for "guide" or "person of wisdom"—who are Certified Dementia Practitioners trained through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. The Thrive Memory Care experience includes secure courtyards, multi-sensory environments with fresh flowers, music therapy, and sensory gardens. Their groundbreaking Thrive Dining (Gourmet Bites) program transforms nutritious meals into attractive, bite-sized portions that residents can enjoy independently without utensils. The Dementia Awareness Experience uses virtual simulations including impairment gloves and vision-loss glasses to help associates develop deeper empathy and understanding.

The company leads the industry in technology innovation with EngageVR, a virtual reality program using Oculus Quest headsets that enables residents to travel virtually to the pyramids of Egypt, swim with whales, or reconnect with veterans from their battalions in virtual living rooms. The 360Well wellness program integrates four key circles—mind, body, spirit, and community—to promote holistic health and independence. Through partnerships with the University of Arizona's Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute and Curana Health for value-based care delivery in Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania, Watermark continues advancing senior care research and innovation.

Following a "shrinking to grow" strategy under new leadership, Watermark focuses on operating premium communities while maintaining its founding philosophy that they are "a wellness company that happens to provide housing and services for seniors," committed to creating experiences where residents truly feel at home with purpose, possibility, and joy.