The Buckingham
Nursing Homes in Houston, TX
8530 WOODWAY DRIVE, Houston, TX 77063
Data last verified: 2026-02-24T20:24:07.022366+00:00
CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
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About The Buckingham
This facility operates as a skilled nursing facility and functions as a continuum of care retirement community, providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, senior rehabilitation and respite care. The facility is structured as a not-for-profit organization and offers multiple contract options for residents. The Buckingham operates as a multi-level campus community rather than a small residential home, given its range of care levels from independent living through skilled nursing. The facility describes itself as luxurious in its approach to senior living services. Located at 8530 Woodway Drive in Houston, Texas, the facility has access to several nearby medical facilities. West Oaks Hospital is 2.4 miles away, Altus Houston Hospital is 3.2 miles from the facility, and Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital is located 3.4 miles away. The facility has received a 2 out of 5 star rating from CMS.
This facility provides nursing home care 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 ~14 min drive
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3.2 mi ~13 min drive
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3.4 mi ~13 min drive
Nearest Pharmacy
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H-E-B Pharmacy Pharmacy6.7 mi ~19 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 #149657
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Flood Zone & Emergency Info
~ Moderate Flood RiskFEMA Zone X500 — moderate risk (0.2% annual chance of flooding).
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 #149657 with a current status of 'LICENSED'. 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 CMS quality rating?
The Buckingham has an overall CMS Five-Star Quality Rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Does The Buckingham accept Medicare or Medicaid?
As a licensed nursing home, The Buckingham may accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation stays and Medicaid for long-term care. Contact the facility directly to confirm current acceptance.
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. Contact the facility directly for details.
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