Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living

    2103 Chandler St, Kilgore, TX 75662
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Strong leadership, warm caring staff

    I moved my mother to Arabella of Kilgore and have been very pleased. The staff are warm, caring and hands-on, the facility is clean and beautiful, and dining and activities (parties, outings, ice-cream trips) keep residents engaged and happy. Leadership is strong, residents feel at home, and families are kept informed. I confidently recommend this community to those in the Kilgore/Longview area.

    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

    • 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
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • 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

    4.45·(69)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.6
    • Meals

      3.6
    • Amenities

      4.1
    • Value

      1.6

    Pros

    • Caring and friendly staff
    • Engaged, proactive caregivers
    • Robust activities and outings program
    • Welcoming social environment and community events
    • Well-maintained, attractive common areas
    • Private townhouse-style living options
    • On-site amenities such as a movie theater and garden courtyard
    • Meal delivery and cafeteria dining options
    • Transportation to medical appointments
    • Supportive memory-care program with dedicated activities
    • Strong family-oriented culture and social connection
    • Responsive admissions and welcoming process

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and coverage
    • Leadership instability and corporate micromanagement
    • Maintenance and housekeeping responsiveness gaps
    • Cleanliness and sanitation inconsistencies
    • Medication-management and clinical-response gaps
    • Billing and administrative errors
    • Food-quality variability in memory-care units
    • High pricing relative to perceived value
    • Staff turnover and morale challenges

    Summary of reviews

    Overall, reviews present a mixed but instructive picture. The facility receives consistent praise for its direct-care staff: many families and residents describe caregivers as kind, attentive, and committed to creating a family-like atmosphere. Staff are frequently credited with strong one-on-one connections, proactive assistance during admissions, and efforts to customize resident support. At the same time, there are recurring operational concerns that appear to undermine those strengths, most notably inconsistent staffing levels that can affect response times and daily support.

    Care quality is characterized by a strong caregiver commitment alongside specific clinical and operational gaps. Positive notes include active, engaged caregiving and a memory-care program that offers structured activities. Concerns clustered around medication-management practices and night-shift responsiveness; reviewers described isolated handling errors and delayed responses to residents in need, which suggests gaps in clinical oversight and handoff protocols. Sanitation and housekeeping are similarly mixed: many reviewers find the facility clean and well-kept, but others reported admission-related sanitation concerns and inconsistent housekeeping or trash services, indicating uneven execution of environmental services.

    Dining and activities are clear strengths for much of the community. The activity calendar is robust—bingo, outings, parties, music programs, movie screenings, and community-inclusive events are frequently highlighted. These programs appear to contribute strongly to resident well-being and social engagement. Dining impressions are generally positive, with mentions of good food, fresh-baked items, and flexible meal delivery; however, some reports indicate cold or limited meal choices within memory-care units, pointing to inconsistencies in meal delivery and quality control between neighborhoods.

    Facility and amenity feedback is largely favorable. Multiple reviewers describe attractive, renovated common areas, a courtyard/garden, and townhouse-style residential options with garages. Such physical features, together with transportation services and community programming, support an appealing, neighborhood-like environment. Where the facility falls short is in maintenance responsiveness—delays in repairs and housekeeping workload issues were cited, which can affect residents’ daily experience.

    Management and administration receive mixed evaluations. Several reviewers praise hands-on local leadership and an effective executive director; others note corporate micromanagement, perceived emphasis on occupancy or bonuses, and reports of employee mistreatment that appear linked to turnover. Administrative issues such as billing errors and communication lapses are also documented, suggesting opportunities to strengthen billing processes and family communication protocols. Price sensitivity is another theme: a number of families questioned value relative to cost.

    Notable patterns: there is a strong polarity in resident and family experiences. Many accounts describe an excellent, caring environment where residents thrive socially and receive attentive personal care. Conversely, a smaller but significant set of accounts describe operational failures — staffing inconsistencies, sanitation lapses on arrival or in specific units, medication and night-shift response issues, and administrative errors — that materially affected trust and satisfaction. Prospective residents and families should weigh the facility’s visible strengths in activities, amenities, and direct-care compassion against these operational risks; targeted questions at tour and admission (staffing ratios, medication protocols, housekeeping schedules, maintenance response times, and recent staffing turnover) will help assess current performance and fit.

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    Location

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    Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living is located at 2103 Chandler St, Kilgore, TX, 75662.

    About Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living

    Arabella of Kilgore is a senior living community nestled in East Texas, where older adults are encouraged to embrace a vibrant and independent lifestyle. The community is designed to free residents from the usual hassles of daily life, allowing them to enjoy their golden years with a renewed sense of energy and possibility. At Arabella of Kilgore, seniors are welcomed into a resort-style setting surrounded by natural beauty, including two courtyards perfect for gardening, where residents have cultivated tomatoes, peppers, and watermelons. One of these courtyards delights with blooming roses and native flowers, drawing in local birds and butterflies, while the other provides a tranquil habitat for a family of turtles. Meandering walking paths and a picturesque gazebo invite residents to relax and enjoy the serenity of countryside living.

    The community is dedicated to providing not only a beautiful environment, but also a robust array of services and amenities that elevate daily life. Residents are encouraged to engage in a variety of enriching activities, from exploring new hobbies to contributing culinary creations to the dining menu. Social opportunities abound, fostering new friendships and a sense of belonging. The staff takes care of everyday tasks such as housekeeping and trash removal, enabling residents to focus on what matters most to them—whether that's pursuing new adventures, participating in group events, or simply savoring delicious chef-prepared meals.

    At Arabella of Kilgore, care is personalized and flexible to meet the changing needs of residents. The on-site team provides compassionate support for those requiring assistance with daily tasks, as well as round-the-clock caregiving. For residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, The Cottage offers a uniquely tailored approach to memory care. This specialized program is delivered in a cozy, home-like setting designed to foster moments of happiness, purpose, and connection each day. The staff is trained through a certified dementia practitioner program, ensuring that memory care is both comprehensive and deeply compassionate at every stage.

    A sense of community and pride is further cultivated through initiatives such as the Wall of Honor, which pays tribute to the veterans who have made Arabella of Kilgore their home. The monthly community newsletter keeps residents, family members, and friends engaged and informed, sharing highlights, celebrations, and stories that reflect the lively spirit of the community. Located conveniently near the Meadowbrook Golf Course and serving the broader area of Rusk County, Arabella of Kilgore combines luxury, comfort, and the heartwarming spirit of East Texas living, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a joyful and supportive environment for their next chapter.

    About Civitas Senior Living

    Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living is managed by Civitas Senior Living.

    Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Civitas Senior Living operates approximately 37 communities across six states, serving over 5,000 seniors. The company provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services through their signature Passion Program.

    People often ask...

    Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,046 per month.

    Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 57 photos of Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living on Mirador.

    Yes, Arabella of Kilgore Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 2103 Chandler St, Kilgore, TX 75662.

    No, Arabella of Kilgore Senior 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 number001cv00000RsiRkAAJ
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility (type B)
    License classLicensed
    Capacity67 residents
    LicenseeVOP Arabella Kilgore LLC
    Care servedType B
    Special certificationAlzheimer's Certified
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    Inspection Reports

    1

    Reports

    5

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    6

    Years

    30 Jan 2020Life Safety
    Found deficiencies related to fire safety and licensing standards. The issues included failures in alarm systems, hazard control, annual inspections, and heating/cooling compliance.
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