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The Tradition-Buffalo Speedway

9339 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX 77025

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(713) 715-1902

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,874
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,620
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,452

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,789
  • Average State Price: $3,661
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Exclusive Interview Insights

    Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Nov. 1, 2023. Here's what we learned:

    Levels of Care

    The Tradition offers a range of care options to accommodate the varying needs of seniors. These include:

    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Pet Policy

    Pets are welcome at The Tradition with certain restrictions:

    • Weight limit of approximately 20 pounds
    • One-time pet fee (specific fee amount not disclosed)

    Transportation Services

    Transportation is provided for residents with the following details:

    • Complimentary medical transportation within a 10-mile radius
    • Personal transportation available for a small charge

    Moving Assistance

    While The Tradition does not have its own moving staff, they offer:

    • Recommendations for movers based on previous residents' experiences

    Respite Care and Short-Term Stays

    Respite care is available in both assisted living and memory care sections of the community.

    Dining Services

    The dining experience at The Tradition includes:

    • Full menu options similar to a restaurant
    • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided
    • Set dining times for meals

    Staffing

    The staff at The Tradition is composed of:

    • Health and Wellness Director (RN)
    • Assisted Living Director (LVN)
    • Charge Nurses (LVNs) available 24/7
    • Med Tech for medication management
    • Care staff for resident oversight

    Medical Services

    Medical services include:

    • Partnership with Collaborative Geriatric
    • Visits from Dr. Reingold and his nurse practitioner

    Safety and Security

    The Tradition prioritizes resident safety with features such as:

    • Gated community with concierge-controlled access
    • Building access via specific fobs or concierge
    • Wearable technology (CarePredict) for resident location and assistance calls
    • Gateway alerts for residents going outside
    • Surveillance cameras in common spaces

    Family Communication

    Communication with residents' families is facilitated through:

    • Community Relations Director as the main point of contact
    • Direct contact with healthcare directors and charge nurses
    • LifeLoop app for service requests and communication

    Resident Feedback

    Residents can communicate complaints or feedback through:

    • Monthly forum meetings
    • Direct contact with the Community Relations Director

    Availability

    Current availability status:

    • Close to having a waitlist for assisted living
    • Existing waitlist for two-bedroom apartments

    Additional Information

    For further details, The Tradition offers:

    • Virtual tours available on their website

    For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101


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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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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.7
    The Tradition-Buffalo Speedway
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 52 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 59 out of 205 communities in Houston
  • Ranking in State: 1125 out of 2716 communities in TX
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    6.1
    Tradition Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 91 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Texas

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

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

    The reviews for this senior living community highlight a mix of experiences, with many residents and their families expressing satisfaction and gratitude for the care, amenities, and environment provided. Residents describe the community as warm, friendly, and supportive, with professional staff who make them feel comfortable and cared for. The community is praised for its beautiful surroundings, well-thought-out activities, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest. The facility's response to emergencies, such as the Covid-19 pandemic and winter storm Uri, as well as its adaptability to residents' needs, like installing a charger for an electric car, are particularly appreciated.

    However, there are some negative experiences reported, including a complaint about the working environment and an issue with staff attitude towards a healthcare provider. One review mentions a situation of perceived intimidation and bullying by management, suggesting a mismatch in care expectations.

    Overall, the majority of reviews are positive, with residents and their families feeling blessed to be part of the community. The facility is described as beautiful, clean, and well-maintained, with caring and competent staff. The community's approach to memory care is highlighted as compassionate and respectful, making a significant difference in the lives of residents and their families. Despite a few criticisms, the sentiment leans towards satisfaction and appreciation for the quality of life provided at this senior living community.


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    Health

    24-hour licensed nursing

    Medication management

    Incontinence care

    On-site access to medical specialists

    Physical Therapy Center

    Physical Therapy Room


    Services

    Personal Concierge services

    Beauty/barber salon

    Weekly housekeeping with linens washed and changed

    24-hour staffing

    Reminders for activities and meals

    Assistance with bathing


    Activities

    Great Room for speakers, special occasions, and social functions

    Life stations

    Multi-sensory room


    Community Amenities

    Common areas

    Landscaped grounds and courtyards with water features

    Well-stocked library

    Salon offering manicures, pedicures, facials, and massage therapy

    Spa services in beauty/barber salon


    Room Amenities

    Furnished guest suites

    All utilities except telephone, cable, Internet


    Dining

    Multiple dining venues

    Private dining room

    Flexible gourmet dining

    Three meals per day

    Country kitchen

    Elegant dining room


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation

    Scheduled transportation—physician appointments



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is West University Place which is 2.3 miles away and has a population of 15,741 (small town).
    • The average income is $147,406, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 87
      • Low Temperature: 56
      • Average Temperature: 73.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 206 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 157 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 3.1 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 32.6 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 3.13% of the population are Veterans which is a very low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 30.29% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 16% Black or African-American, 32% Hispanic or Latino, and 44% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.7 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.92 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.57 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.42 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.95 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 64.0, Moderate Days 138.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 9.0, Unhealthy Days 2.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Fiesta
    0.8 miles away
    Randalls 1061
    1.4 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.6 miles away
    Whole Foods Market
    1.7 miles away
    Randalls 1041
    2.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Stadium Park/Astrodome
    1.4 miles away
    Smith Lands
    1.6 miles away
    Fannin South
    1.6 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Pressler St @ Holcombe Blvd
    1.8 miles away
    Holcombe Blvd @ Main St
    1.9 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    0.8 miles away
    Bank of America Financial Center
    0.8 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.9 miles away
    Capital One
    1.0 miles away
    Amegy Bank
    1.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    The Woman's Hospital of Texas
    1.5 miles away
    Texas Orthopedic Hospital
    1.5 miles away
    Sun Behavioral Houston
    1.7 miles away
    Shriners Hospitals for Children — Houston
    1.8 miles away
    Baylor College of Medicine McNair Campus
    2.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.9 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away
    Southside Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    Randalls Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Campbell's Compounding
    1.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Infinite Smiles Family Dentistry
    1.1 miles away
    Dental Designers
    1.7 miles away
    Lovett Dental
    2.2 miles away
    The Village Dentistry
    2.4 miles away
    Boutros Orthodontics
    2.5 miles away

    Parks

    Linkwood Park
    0.4 miles away
    Houston
    0.5 miles away
    Westwood Park
    1.0 miles away
    Karl Young Park
    1.0 miles away
    Carruth Plaza
    1.1 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Shops at Arrive
    3.9 miles away
    The Galleria
    4.1 miles away
    The Plaza @ Hillcroft and Harwin
    5.0 miles away
    PlazAmericas Mall
    5.4 miles away
    The Shops at Houston Center
    6.2 miles away

    Culture

    Main Street Theater
    2.3 miles away
    Lucian and Nancy Morrison Theater
    2.5 miles away
    Magic Island
    3.2 miles away
    Miller Outdoor Theatre
    3.3 miles away
    Brown Auditorium Theater
    3.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    Ruchi's Mexican Grill Taqueria
    0.4 miles away
    Denny's
    0.4 miles away
    Chacho's Grill
    0.5 miles away
    Pappas Bar-B-Q
    0.7 miles away
    Captain Benny's Seafood
    0.7 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of TX. It is a large-sized community with 108 total beds.

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