The sixth year of the Senior Resource Guide's annual Readers' Choice Awards underscored the critical role of exceptional businesses and people in the senior care industry.
Individuals throughout Texas rallied behind the organizations that have made an impact and are doing great things for seniors, caregivers and their families.
See below for which businesses, people and services are deemed the Best of 2020 for the greater Houston area.
Leisure & Lifestyle
Best Nonprofit: Arthritis Foundation
Best Senior Center: Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center (2-time winner)
Best Adult Day Center: Libbie's Place Senior Day Program (2-time winner)
Best Mobile Service (provider): Mobile Dentistry Solutions
Best Golf Course (in Texas): Pine Forest Country Club
Best Antique Shopping: Waller
Best Farmers Market: Braeswood Farmers Market
Best Day Trip Destination: Brenham
Best Senior-Friendly Place of Worship: Moody Methodist Church
Best Senior Technology (app or device): LiveWell Mobility and Modifications (3-time winner)
Best Senior Technology (provider): LiveWell Mobility and Modifications (3-time winner)
Health & Beauty
Best Place to Get Pampered: milk + honey
Best Place to Get Fit: Grind House Fitness
Best Massage Service: Medical Massage by Trina Maxwell (4-time winner)
Best Pharmacy: Apteek Pharmacy
Housing & Home Care
Best Home Care (non-medical): Assisting Hands Home Care
Best Home Care (medical): Family Tree In-Home Care (2-time winner)
Best Senior Living (assisted): Parsons House La Porte
Best Senior Living (independent/retirement): The Abbey at Westminster Plaza (3-time winner)
Best Senior Living (skilled): Baywood Crossing Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center (5-time winner)
Best Senior Living Dining: The Abbey at Westminster Plaza (2-time winner)
Best Senior Living (memory care): Evergreen Cottages (2-time winner)
Best Administrator: Jeny Knight with The Abbey at Westminster Plaza
Best Home Modification Provider: 101 Mobility
Food & Drink
Best Margarita: Torchy's Tacos
Best Texas Winery: Haak Vineyards & Winery
Best Burger: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Best Ice Cream: Fat Cat Creamery
Best Tex-Mex: Spanish Flowers
Best BBQ: Killen's Barbecue
Best Coffee Spot: Serene Beans
Best Breakfast Spot: Snooze
Texas Professionals
Best Social Worker: Elyse Landin
Best Case Management: Senior Living Specialists Houston
Best Elder Law Attorney: Sandra Ard (6-time winner)
Best Financial Planner: McCulloch & Miller, PLLC
Best Florist: Sara's Floral Designs
Best Doctor: Dr. Gilbert Veasey
Best Audiologist: Dr. Chanda J. Abbott (2-time winner)
Best Podiatrist: Dr. Christine Nguyen (2-time winner)
Best Cardiologist: Dr. Rupin Kadakia
Best Orthopedist: Dr. Fred Speck III (2-time winner)
Best Optometrist: Dr. Caroline Wells (3-time winner)
Best Eye Care Provider: Today's Vision Katy (2-time winner)
Best Dentist: Mobile Dentistry Solutions
Best Dermatologist: Dr. Karan Sra
Best Chiropractor: Dr. Jeff Hogan (2-time winner)
Best Plastic/Cosmetic Surgeon: Dr. Swet Chaudhari (2-time winner)
Best Realtor: George Rice
Best Family Owned/Operated Business: The Abbey at Westminster Plaza (2-time winner)
Best Veterinarian: Dr. Paul Fidelis with Kindred Care Pet Hospital (2-time winner)
Best Radio Personality: Michael Berry (2-time winner)
Medical Centers in Texas
Best Hospital: Houston Methodist (4-time winner)
Best Mental Health Facility: SUN Behavioral Houston
Best Rehabilitation Facility: Sugar Land Rehab Hospital
Best Cancer Treatment Facility: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (6-time winner)
Best Therapy Staff: Treemont Retirement Community
Best Nursing Staff: Evergreen Cottages
Final Planning
Best Funeral Service Provider: Carnes Funeral Home (5-time winner)
Best Hospice: Amazing Grace Hospice (2-time winner)
Best Palliative Care: Vantage Hospice