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Ventana by Buckner

8301 N Central Expwy, Dallas, TX

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

3.58 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Ventana by Buckner

Ventana by Buckner welcomes seniors to an upscale, faith-based continuing care retirement community. Since 1954, this high-rise facility has been located in Dallas, Texas. A continuum of care is offered with services in independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Thanks to a variety of health service programs, seniors can receive individualized care, including a program that offers house calls from medical professionals. With the exception to those in independent living, residents receive round-the-clock care and supervision provided by trained caregivers, medical director, and licensed nursing staff. The community has over 25 different floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartment options. While living at Ventana by Buckner, residents can utilize convenient services like housekeeping and transportation. There's even emergency response systems in place to provide additional peace of mind. When residents are not relaxing in their apartment, they can explore numerous luxurious amenities. Throughout the community are different luxuries like the garden terrace, the dog park, the putting green, the patios, the movie theater, the grilling areas, the library, the art studio, and more. When not mingling in these lavish common rooms, residents can socialize in one of the six different dining areas where chef-prepared meals are served. In addition to quality care, the community values residents wellness with an on-site fitness center, rehab center, wellness center, salon and spa, and indoor pool. Start living a life of luxury at Ventana by Buckner. State licensing information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Texas, visit the Texas Long-Term Care Provider Search database . Related articles Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs): An All-in-One Senior Living Option How to Choose an Independent Living Community to Call Home Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: What’s the Difference?

Family and resident feedback

3.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

Ventana by Buckner

The nurses are med techs are extremely professional and very caring. Sales people need to be more informed about the regulations on each floor regarding security access and meal plans.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
3.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for the positive review of our community and for your notes regarding our marketing team. This feedback is helpful as we work to continuously improve our resident experience.

November 14, 2025
AnonymousNovember 14, 2025

★★★★★

Critical

Good and Bad

Facility and apartments are great….Residents are phenomenal…..service staff is great and now the Bad…..the 14-16% increase in one year of the monthly fee is catastrophic…. Either there was initial bad planning or inferior executive management….. I suspect the last…..an increase of [amount removed]k per year for many people who are on fixed income is a slap in the face for those any who paid much of their life savings to purchase an apartment…. There are many that are now considering moving to alternative housing.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Care Services
3.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
3.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi, Tom. Thank you for your positive feedback about Ventana and the staff here. Our team takes serving our Members seriously and strives to deliver excellence. I'm currently meeting with Members one-on-one to discuss any concerns regarding annual rate increases. I will reach out tomorrow to meet with you personally.

December 20, 2023
Tom RDecember 16, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

Ventana is a great place

I would like to say that i have a family member in this facility. I am very pleased with the decision i have made. The staff is WONDERFUL. They have been very accommodating and welcoming.. anything that we have needed and ask for they have done it in a very timely manner. I would definitely recommend Ventana to anyone that made need an established such as this one.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Stacy, thank you for your kind words about our community. I'm glad you and your family member are having a good experience at Ventana. Let us know if there's anything we can do for you in the days ahead.

September 5, 2023
StacyAugust 30, 2023

★★★★

Critical

Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover

The facility is beautiful! But the care is severely lacking. If your loved one has more than 2-3 meds, hire your own CNA to stay with them. During the 3 1/2 weeks Mom was there, her meds were NEVER given correctly. If your loved one needs help getting to/from the restroom, I hope you followed the advice above. Forget the instructions to call the nurses desk if no one answers a call button within 5 minutes. That phone was NEVER answered. It was DAYS before they offered to assist Mom with a shower. There is ZERO cont

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2.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
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1.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Lori, thank you for your honest and fair feedback of our community. We apologize that our service did not live up to the expectations we set for ourselves and you and your mom should have for senior living community. We want to assure you that we are taking steps to improve the experience your mom had so others do not have the same experience. Thank you again and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you in the future.

July 14, 2023
Lori L CopelandJuly 12, 2023

★★★★★

Positive

This community was nice, however it just seemed to be over elegant it was just not really my loved ones style.

Response from the community

Thank you for the positive review of our community. Please let us know if we can do anything for you in the future.

March 4, 2022
anonymousFebruary 24, 2022

★★★★★

Critical

We did not have the best tour experience. When we showed up they were not expecting us and asking why we were there. The tour was thorough, I just did not like what I saw. It seemed cold and sterile. It seems like a place that is more geared towards younger more active adults. It requires a lot of walking.

Response from the community

Thank you for your feedback about your experience touring our community. I'm sorry you didn't feel the warm, welcoming spirit with which we have made it our mission to greet all guests. I would love the opportunity to speak to you more. If you have time and would like to talk, please email me at dmcguire@buckner.org, and I schedule some time that works best for you. Thank you, again!

January 7, 2022
anonymousJanuary 7, 2022

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Low / No Sodium
  • Organic
  • International Cuisine
  • Kosher
  • Vegetarian
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Guest Meals
  • Café or Bistro
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room
  • Room Service
  • No Sugar
  • Meals Provided
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Gluten-free
  • Pureed Meals
  • Vegan

Health & wellness

  • High Acuity Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed

Activities & engagement

  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Current Events Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Men's Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Christian Services
  • Qi Gong
  • Activities On-site
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catholic Services
  • Bible Study Group
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Protestant Services
  • Gardening Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Water Aerobics
  • Community Service Programs
  • Forever Fit
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Holiday Parties
  • Buddhist Services
  • Other Religious Services
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Karaoke
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Book Club
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Outdoor spaces

  • Swimming Pool
  • Game Room
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Jacuzzi
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Fitness Center
  • Golf Course or Putting Green
  • Ballroom
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Kitchenette
  • Full kitchen
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Garden View
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony

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