St. Catherine Center

St. Catherine Center, located at 300 West Highway 6 in Waco, Texas, is a skilled nursing community managed by Ascension Living—one of the nation's most respected Catholic health systems. Rooted in the healing ministry of the Sisters of Providence, Ascension Living brings a mission-driven philosophy to every aspect of care at St. Catherine Center, where residents are treated with the reverence and dignity inherent to that tradition. Situated along the Highway 6 corridor in the 76712 zip code, St. Catherine Center benefits from an exceptional location in southwestern Waco. Ascension Providence Hospital—a flagship facility of the Ascension health system—is located nearby on Medical Parkway, creating a natural and highly coordinated care continuum for residents transitioning between hospital and skilled nursing settings. This organizational alignment means physicians, specialists, and nursing teams often share records and relationships, reducing handoff errors and improving outcomes. The surrounding area along Highway 6 offers families easy access to retail, restaurants, and services throughout the Woodway and Hewitt communities. Cameron Park, one of Texas's largest municipal parks, lies a short drive away along the Brazos River—a beloved destination for families seeking a moment of natural beauty and fresh air before or after visits. St. Catherine Center provides a full range of skilled nursing services including post-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, wound care, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and licensed therapy programs in physical, occupational, and speech disciplines. Spiritual care services reflect the Ascension mission and are available to residents of all faiths who wish to participate. Families who choose St. Catherine Center choose the backing of a nationally recognized health system with deep roots in the Waco community—a combination of scale, resources, and local trust that is difficult to match.