The Buckingham
Assisted Living in Houston, TX
8580 WOODWAY, Houston, TX 77063
Data last verified: 2026-02-24T20:12:58.399262+00:00
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About The Buckingham
The Buckingham operates as an assisted living facility with a Type B HHSC license in Houston, Texas. As a continuum of care retirement community (CCRC), the facility provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, senior rehabilitation and respite care. The facility operates as a not-for-profit organization and offers multiple contract options for residents. The Buckingham functions as a CCRC campus providing multiple levels of care within one community. The facility offers various contract arrangements to accommodate different resident needs and preferences across its care continuum. The facility is located at 8580 Woodway in Houston, Texas. Three hospitals serve the area: West Oaks Hospital is 2.5 miles away, while Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital and Altus Houston Hospital are both located 3.3 miles from the facility.
This facility provides assisted living as part of the greater elder care continuum in the Greater Houston area.
What This Facility Offers
Accessibility 4
Parking 2
Other 2
Amenities sourced from Google Maps. Contact The Buckingham directly for current details.
Location Convenience
Nearby Medical Resources
Distances from The Buckingham, Houston, TX.
Hospitals
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2.5 mi ~16 min drive
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3.3 mi ~14 min drive
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3.3 mi ~14 min drive
Nearest Pharmacy
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H-E-B Pharmacy Pharmacy6.8 mi ~20 min drive
Texas HHSC Licensing & Inspections
The Buckingham is licensed and inspected by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Inspection history, violations, and enforcement actions are publicly available.
License #148854
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Flood Zone & Emergency Info
✓ Low Flood RiskOutside FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area — minimal flood risk (Zone X).
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FEMA Flood Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Buckingham located?
The Buckingham is located in Houston, Texas, which is part of the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Learn more about Houston, Texas and its senior living community.
What is The Buckingham's HHSC license status?
The Buckingham holds Texas HHSC license #148854 with a current status of 'LICENSED'. It is classified as Type B. Inspection records are publicly available on the HHSC TULIP portal. Data last verified: 2026-02-24.
How many residents does The Buckingham serve?
Contact The Buckingham directly to ask about current availability and resident capacity.
How do I schedule a tour at The Buckingham?
To schedule a tour at The Buckingham, call the facility directly or use the contact form on this page. When visiting, ask to see the common areas, a sample room, the dining room, and to meet the care director.
What is The Buckingham's phone number?
You can reach The Buckingham at (713) 979-3100. Call to schedule a tour, ask about availability, or request pricing.
Does The Buckingham have emergency generator backup?
Ask The Buckingham directly about their emergency generator capacity and whether it covers all resident care areas, HVAC systems, and medical equipment. This is especially important given Greater Houston's hurricane season and occasional power outages. You can reach them at (713) 979-3100.
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