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OVERALL STATE RANK
State scorecard
How we determine rankings
Our 2023 state ranking for assisted living uses A Place for Mom’s proprietary data collected from our community partners. First, we sorted through our metrics and grouped them into three pillars that are key in a quality assisted living experience. We weighted these pillars differently based on insights from our senior living experts. Then, we used these categories and their weighting to determine how each state ranks.
Top ranked Texas cities for assisted living overall
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State highlights
In Texas, assisted living communities offer a variety of amenities and services to create comfortable living environments. At 83% of our affiliated communities, residents relish the joy of marking birthdays and holidays alongside their friends and neighbors. And activities at 88% of Texas assisted living communities offer intergenerational programming, giving residents the chance to interact with people of varying ages.[02]
Top ranked Texas cities - Services & Amenities
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Texas vs. the national monthly median cost of assisted living
Top ranked Texas cities - Affordability
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Top ranked Texas cities - Ratings
When I initially moved my Great-Aunt to the facility, it was owned by another company that made big promises but showed its true colors on days 1 and 2 of the move by nit delivering on its promises of great...
I have lived at Broadmoor Court for 3 years now. I love it here. The team is very sweet to me. I have made many friends and some who have already passed on. I look forward to the new people who move in...
We chose Isle at Cedar Ridge for my father’s advanced care needs, and it’s been the best decision. Their two-person assist and diabetic management services are handled flawlessly. The Memory Support program...
What I found true with Avalon is that most of the staff there genuinely cares about the family and residents. The meals are balanced and healthy and it's very clean. They handled my mom's end of life care...
4 only because of the food. I was very fortunate to have found Brookdale in such a short time. The facility is clean, the staff is very friendly and caring And they have a number of weekly activities such as...
Move in process due to a number of administrators being ill and absent was not easy. Staff treatment of my mother has been phenomenally loving and kind. I don’t think I could ask for better treatment for...
I have not tried the food. My wife says it's fine. Very high quality staff. Yes, we would recommend Atria Westchase to other families based on the experience so far.
We were so pleased with my dad's care. [name removed] was helpful, available, and went out of his way to make sure we had all questions answered and any concerns addressed. The staff genuinely cared for my...
From the day I first moved in, I’ve always felt loved, comfortable and well cared for. I’ve been here going on five years, and that’s a testament to the care I receive. I know what terrible care looks like...
Very friendly staff and residents. So many activities - there is something for everyone. Lots of good choices on the menu for all meals. Communication and helpfulness from staff to family when parents have a...
Friendly staff, amenities that are on site, the various outings and events that the community has for its residents. I'd recommend them to others. I think they were considering a facility for your loved one...
What we like the most about the community is that it has nice apartments and I feel safe leaving her there. Yes, we would recommend Carriage Inn at Katy to other families based on the experience so far.
What we like the most about Sunrise of Fort Worth is that the facility is clean and bright. Smells good. It's convenient to my house. Food seems good and yes we would recommend this community to other...
Staff is great. There could be more activities especially for those in early stages of dementia. Food is ok. My husband eats everything that is offered. [name removed] head of memory wing is excellent. I...
Avalon has a very caring staff and is a great community for those needing memory care, but not as well suited for those with low mobility but normal memory.
The median monthly cost of assisted living in Texas is $4,700 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This falls in the middle of costs for A Place for Mom’s partner communities in Texas, which range from $3,400 to $6,300 monthly.[02]
The cost of an assisted living community depends on the type of care a resident needs. Round-the-clock supervision and monitoring along with general care needs are typically covered in the monthly cost and may include:
A specialty care community for individuals living with dementia will usually cost more. While memory care facilities usually provide the same general care services as a standard assisted living community, they also include additional services and safety features specific to dementia care.
In Texas, there may be other factors that affect the cost of assisted living including:
Many qualified seniors use Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, and/or veteran’s benefits to help reduce the costs of medically necessary care in assisted living.
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Every family’s financial situation is unique, so the earlier you assess your aging loved one’s finances and set a budget, the more choices you’re likely to have. Additionally, if you’re planning to use Medicare or Medicaid to cover medical expenses while living at an assisted living community, understand that applications and spend-down periods may take some time, making planning ahead essential.
Numerous families blend private and public funds to cover the expenses of assisted living. For a comprehensive look at how to long-term care, refer to our complete guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay options may include money from a savings account, pension payments, or retirement accounts. Many families use a combination of private pay options to pay for assisted living.
Veterans and their spouses in Texas are often eligible to take advantage of several benefits offered through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits can help pay for or offset the costs of assisted living so it’s vital to understand the details and how to apply. The Texas Veterans Commission and veterans service organizations (VSOs) are good resources for veterans. These resources provide counseling that includes helping veterans learn about the benefits they qualify for and assistance navigating the application process.
VSOs are located throughout the state in small towns and big cities and include organizations such as Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Legion, and Disabled American Veterans. To find a VSO in your area that can provide benefits assistance these state based offices are a good place to start:
STAR+PLUS is the name of the Texas Medicaid program for low-income individuals, those living with disabilities, and seniors 65 and over. Seniors in Texas may also qualify for the STAR+PLUS Medicaid waiver program. Both programs may offer seniors the opportunity to live in their own community — which may include assisted living — by covering certain long-term care services and supplies such as:[03]
Even if a loved one qualifies for these Medicaid programs in Texas, it’s likely that families will still have some out of pocket costs. While Medicaid covers several services, it usually will not cover room and board costs for assisted living.
Medicare is federal health insurance for all seniors 65 or older. Medicare doesn’t cover room and board expenses for assisted living communities, but it can be used to cover medically necessary services, including the following:
Medicare in Texas offers four Medicare Savings Programs each with different coverage features and eligibility requirements. These programs are designed to help participants pay certain Medicare out of pocket costs such as premiums, coinsurance, copayments and deductibles.[04]
The Texas Health and Human Services Department offers seniors and caregivers free assistance through its Health Information Counseling and Advocacy program (HICA). Volunteers can help with Medicare eligibility and enrollment, Medigap information, long-term care insurance, and prevention of health care fraud.[05]
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) categorizes assisted living facilities, referred to as ALFs in Texas, as a Type A or Type B facility. Residents of Type A facilities are able to follow directions in an emergency and don’t require overnight assistance. Type B facility residents require assistance with emergency evacuations and supervision overnight.[01]
Assisted living facilities in Texas are inspected at least once every two years and inspection reports can be viewed using the Long-term Care Provider Search. To use the search tool follow these steps:
In addition to inspecting the building to ensure that the facility is physically safe for residents, HHS also checks the facility complies with state laws and regulations which include the following:[01]
State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.
Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.
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We developed a system to rate each state on how easy – or difficult – it is to find important assisted living records and reports, and compiled tips to help you in your search.
States with the most transparent records allow you to look up important information about each assisted living facility online, including inspections, complaints, survey results, violations, capacity, and whether the facility accepts Medicaid.
Public access to assisted living records and reports for the state of Texas is high. Key findings that informed this rating include:
We developed a standard methodology for state data collection and evaluation, and we based our rating primarily on the objective, state-specific accessibility criteria outlined in these questions:
1. Are licensed assisted living communities listed online in any form? Yes
2. If Yes to #1, is the information updated frequently? Yes
3. If Yes to #1, is the list of licensed communities searchable? No
4. Does the state post inspections, complaints, survey results, or violations online? Yes
5. If Yes to #4, is the information updated frequently (within 90 days)? No
6. If Yes to #2 and #4, is the enforcement information included in the same place as licensed communities? No
7. If Yes to #4 and No to #6, are violations and inspections searchable at all? No
8. Is information about special licensing for care shown? No or N/A
9. Is capacity shown? Yes
10. Are payment types shown (e.g., Medicaid, private pay)? Yes
11. Is the administrator/contact name shown? Yes
12. Can the state fine a facility? Yes
13. What is the frequency of inspections? [Every 24 months]
14. Does the website include pricing of facilities? No
Assisted Living Facility Licensing Act. (2021). Health Facilities § 247.001
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
Texas Health and Human Services. (2022). STAR+PLUS, STAR+PLUS Client FAQs.
Texas Health and Human Services. (2023, June 1). Appendix IX, Medicare savings program information.
Texas Health and Human Services. (2023). Medicare.
Overview of assisted living in TX
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