Westminster in Austin provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care within the same campus, allowing residents to move between levels without leaving the community. The Memory Care program is designed for early through advanced dementia and is supported by protocols for wander management, elopement risk, combative or other behavioral issues, and residents who are up all night. Licensed nurses monitor chronic conditions such as diabetes—whether managed by oral medication, insulin injections, or sliding-scale dosing—and oversee oxygen use, wound care, and special diets.
A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on site around the clock, and all direct-care staff work awake overnight. Background-checked employees respond to pull-cord alerts and individual PERS devices, while 24-hour security, fenced outdoor areas, and Wander Guard technology add an additional layer of protection. Residents can receive full-assist help with bathing, dressing, eating, or toileting, and transfer support ranges from standby assistance to a two-person or full Hoyer lift for those who are bed-bound. On-site podiatry visits reduce the need for outside appointments, and an activity director coordinates daily engagement across all care levels.
Accommodation options include studios and suites that may offer a private bathroom, a kitchenette, furnished layouts, independent temperature controls, cable service, and the ability to repaint or otherwise personalize the space; availability of these features varies by unit.
Dining offers both set menus and made-to-order meals, with snacks available at any time and diet modifications managed by the clinical team. Independent Living residents can opt for medication-management monitoring, weekly housekeeping, personal laundry service, and a monthly meal plan while still keeping their own routines.
Residents have access to on-site parking, pet-friendly policies, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty salon, an exercise room, a movie room, a wellness center, internet connectivity, communal gardens, and regularly scheduled religious services. Scheduled transportation is provided, and the campus is also close to public transit. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.