Tanglewood Village sits at 5501 34th Street in Lubbock, Texas, and you'll find it's a smaller, cozy place with only 14 beds, which means it feels a lot like a home and less like a big institution, and when someone walks in, they'll notice it's clean, quiet, and welcoming, and the staff-called Finders-always try to help residents feel at home with a friendly hand or a kind word, and residents can bring their pets because both cats and dogs are allowed, as long as no one smokes inside, which keeps things nice for everyone. They run a Type B Licensed Facility where people can get assisted living, memory care with specialized programs for dementia or Alzheimer's, independent living, or nursing care, so folks who just need a little help with daily chores like taking a shower or fixing up a meal, and even folks who need round-the-clock nursing or special memory help, will probably find what they need. Some rooms here are private, some are semi-private, and a couple have private bathrooms and showers, so there's choices, and meals come included with family-style dining, which is nice because the dining room only has two tables to help everyone get to know each other-meals are nutritious and home-cooked by on-site chefs and meal planners, which keeps things simple and pleasant.
There are pull cords in each room and alarms on all the doors, plus a new Wanderguard system to help keep folks safe, especially those at risk of wandering, and staff is always available 24 hours a day for emergencies or just regular help, which makes families feel a little easier. There's a dedicated communications system for both visitors and residents, and Tanglewood Village has a management team that regularly updates what's going on in the community, including profiles and safety info, plus they work with SeniorAdvisor to make sure families can get unbiased information about things like Medicare, senior living costs, and the details of care. They even provide a special service called Purple Door to help guide new arrivals through the transition process, and they offer family outreach and education for people who want to understand more. Residents have personal care assistants if they need help with dressing, getting around, taking medications, or even just keeping their rooms tidy, and there are nurses, doctors, and specialists like dentists and podiatrists who stop in when needed, plus access to occupational, speech, and physical therapists for those who might require them.
The amenities cover most of the basics-there's a game and activities room, a dining room, a garden outside, WiFi, cable TV, washers and dryers, maintained public areas, and a salon or barbershop for grooming needs. Housekeeping, linen, and laundry services are provided so no one has to worry about chores. Every room and shower is wheelchair accessible, and the place's set up with special safety features like sprinklers and easy-to-access buttons for help. For getting to appointments or outings, there's resident parking and transportation, and for those who don't drive, complimentary rides can be arranged. Tanglewood Village is close to public transit for visitors and outings, so families don't have to worry as much about logistics. No one's left out of the social side either, since there's plenty of activities-arts and crafts, health and wellness programs, devotional services, education events, and offsite activities. There's a focus on making personalized care plans for everyone, especially those in memory care, and staff understand dementia and Alzheimer's, so they build special plans to fit each person.
Monthly rates vary based on what someone needs-semi-private nursing home rooms can go from $4,800 to $8,200, memory care studios usually run $4,500 to $6,900, and assisted or independent living comes in studio, single, or two-bedroom options at their own rates, and respite and daycare options are available for short-term needs. The entire environment supports independence but steps in to help whenever anyone needs it, with a promise to keep things both comfortable and as affordable as possible. Tanglewood Village tries to keep everything simple, attentive, and supportive for seniors in Lubbock.
