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Governors Ridge

300 E Devereaux St, Decatur, TX 76234

Independent Living Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(940) 627-1104

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,963

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,703
  • Average State Price: $3,661
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Governors Ridge Description

    Governors Ridge is a large 70 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is located in the small town of Decatur, Texas. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9.2
    Governors Ridge
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 45 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 4 communities in Decatur
  • Ranking in State: 557 out of 2783 communities in TX
  • Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many residents and their families have had positive experiences at Governor's Ridge, citing the caring and attentive staff, a variety of activities, and a clean, homey environment.
    • Several reviewers highlighted the excellent care their loved ones received, especially those with specific health issues like severe dementia.
    • The sense of community and the feeling of family among the residents and staff were frequently mentioned as reasons for satisfaction.
    • Communication with administrators and timely reports on residents' conditions were also noted as positive aspects of the experience at Governor's Ridge.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review expressed disappointment over the lack of acknowledgment (such as flowers, a visit, or a card) after a resident, who lived there for 11 years, passed away.
    • Concerns were raised about kitchen staff allegedly stealing food from residents, suggesting a need for drug tests and better oversight to prevent theft.

    Overall:

    While most reviews of Governor's Ridge are positive, praising the staff's care and the facility's environment, there are concerns about oversight and the handling of sensitive situations. Prospective residents and their families may find it helpful to consider these experiences while making their decision.


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    Health

    Personalized Care Program

    Medication Management

    Assistance with Daily Tasks

    24-Hour Care Staff

    Personal Care Services

    Assistance with Activities of Daily Living


    Services

    Assistance with Daily Tasks

    Weekly Housekeeping Services

    Housekeeping and Maintenance

    Caregiver


    Activities

    Exercise & Planned Wellness Programs

    Planned Activities

    Full Calendar of Events

    Life Enrichment Activities

    Weekly Shopping Trips

    Music


    Community Amenities

    Library

    Beauty Shop

    Salon

    Security


    Room Amenities

    Personal Alert System

    Kitchen


    Dining

    Chef Prepared Meals

    Snacks

    Home Cooked Meals

    Catering

    Executive Chef


    Transportation

    Local Transportation Services

    Transportation

    Transportation to Medical Appointments



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Decatur which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 6,521 (very small town).
    • The average income is $79,611, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 87
      • Low Temperature: 47
      • Average Temperature: 67.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 138 days of rain, 2 days of snow and 223 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.28 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.54 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.36 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 3.33 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.42 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    1.5 miles away
    Lowe's Market
    1.6 miles away
    Brookshire's
    10.0 miles away
    IGA Super Save
    19.6 miles away
    Sam's Club
    23.9 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bonnie Brae & Windsor
    24.5 miles away
    Bonnie Brae & University
    24.5 miles away
    Avenue G & West Oak Street
    24.8 miles away
    Victory Hall
    24.8 miles away
    Stella & North Texas Boulevard
    24.9 miles away

    Banks

    First Financial Bank
    1.4 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.8 miles away
    Legend Bank
    2.0 miles away
    Chase
    24.0 miles away
    DATCU Credit Union
    24.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Wise Health System
    2.1 miles away
    Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton
    24.1 miles away
    University Behavioral Health of Denton
    24.7 miles away
    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle
    25.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away
    Brookshire's Pharmacy
    10.0 miles away
    Boyd Medicine Store
    11.7 miles away
    Drug Emporium
    25.7 miles away
    Kroger Pharmacy
    25.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Boyd Family Dentistry
    11.7 miles away
    Northlake Dentistry
    22.7 miles away
    Ideal Dental
    23.7 miles away
    Dentistry
    23.9 miles away
    University Drive Dental
    24.6 miles away

    Parks

    Decatur
    0.3 miles away
    Wise County Veteran's Park
    0.7 miles away
    Harmon Park
    0.7 miles away
    Melba Doyle Park
    0.8 miles away
    Louida "Big Mama" Willis Park
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Culture

    Murchison Performing Arts Center (PAC)
    25.0 miles away
    Winspear Performance Hall
    25.0 miles away
    Lyric Theatre
    25.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Rooster's Roadhouse
    0.9 miles away
    X-Chan Thai-Sushi Bistro
    0.9 miles away
    Fuzzy's Taco Shop
    1.0 miles away
    Sweetie Pie's Ribeyes
    1.0 miles away
    Frilly's
    1.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of TX. It is a large-sized community with 70 total beds.

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