Lakewood Assisted Living in Mesquite, Texas, operates as both an assisted living residence and a licensed residential care home. The community is equipped to support residents who wander at any time of day, are at risk for elopement, exhibit combative behaviors, or manage diabetes with oral medications. Care teams are experienced in working with individuals who have mild dementia and can adjust plans as cognition changes. Medical monitoring is continuous, and the environment is structured so that residents with complex behavioral or cognitive needs receive prompt attention without disrupting others.
Registered and licensed nurses are on staff, background checks are mandatory for all employees, and the night shift remains awake for immediate response. The building has door alarms, fenced rear areas, WanderGuard technology, and 24-hour staffing to reduce the risk of unsupervised exits. On-site services include nursing oversight, speech and occupational therapy, stroke care, memory care, hospice coordination, and routine laundry. Staff can provide full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and they are trained in a range of transfer techniques, from simple standby help to one-person wheelchair or walker transfers. An activity director designs daily schedules to keep residents engaged while respecting individual limitations.
Resident rooms are available in several layouts; some feature private bathrooms and in-room cable, while others do not include every option, so prospective residents should confirm availability during a tour. Spaces are maintained for safety and easy mobility, and basic utilities are included in the monthly rate. Independent living residents who want a lighter level of oversight can opt for medication-management monitoring, giving them an added layer of safety without moving to a higher level of care.
Dining follows a set menu prepared by kitchen staff who can modify textures and ingredients to accommodate physician-ordered diets, diabetic requirements, or other health needs. Three main meals are served daily at consistent times, and snacks are available between meals for residents who need additional calories or flexible scheduling. Staff can provide full assistance with eating when necessary, ensuring nutritional goals are met even for residents with limited dexterity or cognitive impairments.
Amenities include resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a stair glide for those who prefer or need to use upper-level spaces, and outside areas designated for smoking. A barber and beauty shop operates on site, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the building for personal devices or telehealth appointments. Transportation is arranged for medical appointments and local errands, and the property sits close to public transit stops for families and residents who prefer independent travel options.
