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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Austin, TX

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The average starting cost of memory care in Austin, Texas, is $5,896 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. Based on our ranking methodology, the top-rated memory communities in Austin are Village on the Park Onion Creek, Brookdale Westlake Hills and Brookdale Beckett Meadows.

Memory care communities in Austin offer a personalized senior living option for seniors living with dementia. With intentional design features, person-centered care services, and specialized memory care programming, these communities are equipped to care for seniors in early and late stages of dementia. In addition to robust memory care services, these facilities also offer help with activities of daily living, medication management, and more.

Using our local proprietary data, we created this helpful guide that includes detailed information about memory care in Austin, Texas, reviews from real residents, average senior care costs in the area, and resources tailored to seniors and their families in this city.

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Photo of The Legacy at Oak Hill
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The Legacy has been a wonderful place for my dad transitioning into this next stage in life. Everyone is so friendly and helpful land is only a button push away if any help is needed. Food and activities are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Legacy at Oak Hill, residents experience a smooth transition to community care. Two stories of senior living apartments overlook the spacious inner courtyard, where residents can stroll along the paved walking paths in the fresh air. In this community, seniors reside in a suburban Texas...
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8.5
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40 reviews
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No one wants to admit when they need to move into a place that can provide extra care and assistance. Children of parents are reluctant to push their parents into a safer living situation. The caring and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Today, Care TomorrowLocated on a quiet campus of landscaped grounds and gardens in the heart of Texas hill country, you can enjoy everything from personalized care plans and luxury dining to resort-style amenities and an abundance of activities, programs and events without ever leaving the...
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Absolutely wonderful place, small, perfect staff, home environment. Varied sizes of rooms offered. Not many amenities but my dad didn't need any. He loved living in the country setting. Not a locked...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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77 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.4
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Care staff is amazing as is the dining staff. The facility is always kept clean as well as the apartments. Retention of staff however is a challenge.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Brookdale Lohmans Crossing
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11 Floor plan available
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38 reviews
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I truly enjoyed working with a place for mom. They did a wonderful job. Everyone worked hard for my mom and myself. Thank you for all that you did for my and my mom. She really loves Booksdale. She is happy...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
How Will You Spend Your Days?If you want to exchange the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in friendships, exciting events and personalized care plans, our assisted living community in Lakeway, Texas is ready to welcome you in with open arms....
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1313 Floor plans available
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My parents sold their home in Westlake and moved into The Village at the Triangle in [date removed]. They Love it. I describe it as a combination of a luxury hotel meets cruise ship. The cleanliness,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
5.5
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Whenever I call my questions and inquiries are always answered quickly....Room size is great I can't really answer about the activities because [name removed] doesn't participate in any. And the food not...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Full Schedules, Full HeartsAfter spending decades taking care of other people, it’s time to sit back, relax and let someone else handle the chores so you can do more of the things you love. No more washing dishes, raking leaves or doing the laundry. We’ll take care of all the household chores so...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Wholehearted Senior Living at North Austin
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Interestingly, my husband transferred to Gemstone from a skilled nursing facility in mid June but has only spent one night there. After that first night, he had to go back into the hospital and rehab and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Colonial Gardens ALF, located in Austin, Texas, is a beautiful, warm, and comfortable senior citizen community. Not only are we driven to accommodate each of our residents with an above average care level, but we are completely dedicated to a family oriented atmosphere. Our staff are trained in...
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I would highly recommend this community they are like a family here. They have activities like arts and crafts and more for the residents to do.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Grace House Assisted Living provides seniors with more than just a place to live, we provide a HOME. Grace House is the only privately owned and operated Assisted Living Facility in the area. In an industry dominated by large corporate facilities housing over 100 residents in one building, Grace...
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Photo of Provident Memory Care Austin
66 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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Everyone has been kind, thoughtful, patient, and very caring. During Covid restrictions I received pictures to let me see and know how my husband is doing. Can't say enough about the staff.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sodalis Memory Care is a certified Alzheimer's Care Assisted Living Community. Our small community consists of 22 private rooms with private 1/2 baths, a beautiful courtyard, and a homelike environment. Sodalis strives to have the best care possible for people who have Alzheimer's or related...
Photo of Silverleaf Eldercare of Arboretum
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We recently had to find a place for our dad after he was diagnosed with cancer. We had a great visit with Silver Leaf and chose them. We were there a lot. A lot of people in and out to visit and hospice was...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Maravilla at the Domain
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Living at Maravilla at the Domain has been wonderful — the amenities feel very upscale, the dining options are delicious, and there are always great wellness classes and social events to enjoy. The staff are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Barton Hills Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Private and Semiprivate Floor plans, Three meals daily, 24 hour attendant supervision, Housekeeping Daily, Nurse on Staff, Full Time Activities Program, Emergency Call System, Utilities & Cable included in base price.  Our home offers different levels of care which can include assistance with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Querencia at Barton Creek is a resort-style life care retirement community in Austin for ages 62 and over. We are located on 38 acres and our Independent Living section includes 10 villas and 157 apartment homes (one, two, or three bedroom), with a choice of 19 different floor plans ranging from...
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I cannot say enough great things about Autumn Leaves! They are so loving and caring to all their residence. I can see the true compassion that each of the employees have for the residence. Communication...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My parents are very happy here! They've been wonderful to work with. During the move in process they went out of their way to make sure we had all of the information we needed, and after the move in they did...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Our methodology

How we rank order the Austin community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Austin community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

  • Proximity to your search location
  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

Where we source our information

14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

We have 387,000+ reviews from senior living residents and family members that provide first-hand accounts about senior living communities

Read our full methodology

How much does memory care cost in Austin

In Austin, memory care costs an average of $5,896 per month, according to A Place for Mom data.[01] This typically includes housing, meals, and essential daily care. However, prices can vary based on your parent’s specific needs and preferences, such as the level of dementia support required, the size or layout of the apartment, and the community’s location. Some memory care communities also offer enhanced safety measures, specialized therapies, or personalized programs, which may increase the total cost but can provide added comfort and peace of mind.

In Austin, the average monthly cost of memory care exceeds both the national average of $5,056 and Texas’ statewide average of $4,899.[01] The city’s overall cost of living is about 13% higher than the national average, according to the Economic Research Institute,[02] which contributes to higher prices for memory care and other senior living services in the area.

The average starting cost of memory care is comparable to assisted living, at about $5,554 per month, but higher than independent living, which averages $4,522 per month. This difference reflects the specialized care and expertise memory care communities provide. Team members receive focused training in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, allowing them to deliver personalized support, structured routines, and hands-on assistance that enhance each resident’s safety, comfort, and quality of life.

Read more:  Independent Living vs. Memory Care: Two Sides of the Senior Living Spectrum

Memory care costs in Austin, TX, vs. nearby cities

Austin, TX
$5,896/mo

Memory care costs in Austin, TX, vs. state and national averages

Austin, TX
$5,896/mo
$4,899/mo
U.S. national average
$5,056/mo

Memory care costs in Austin, TX, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,896/mo

Memory care costs in Austin, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,764/mo
Studio
$7,776/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,673/mo

Senior living costs in Austin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Austin, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAustin, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$5,896/mo$4,899/mo$5,056/mo
Assisted Living$5,584/mo$4,740/mo$4,783/mo
Independent Living$4,532/mo$4,220/mo$4,247/mo
Memory Care
Austin, TX:$5,896/mo
Texas:$4,899/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Assisted Living
Austin, TX:$5,584/mo
Texas:$4,740/mo
U.S.:$4,783/mo
Independent Living
Austin, TX:$4,532/mo
Texas:$4,220/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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How to pay for memory care in Austin

Many families in Austin pay for memory care using a mix of private funds and financial assistance programs. Common options include personal savings, the sale of a home, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, and Texas Medicaid programs that can help cover specific care-related expenses.

Private pay options

Personal income and assets that families often use to pay for memory care include:

In some cases, family members decide to share expenses to ensure their loved one receives quality care.

VA benefits

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides several financial assistance programs to help eligible veterans and surviving spouses cover the cost of memory care. Commonly used benefits include the Veterans Pension, Aid and Attendance, and Disability Compensation.

Surviving spouses may also qualify for support through the Survivors Pension or Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) programs, which can help reduce out-of-pocket expenses for memory care.

Because VA applications can be detailed and time-consuming, even small errors or missing documents can lead to delays. To make the process easier, start early and work with a VA-accredited benefits counselor. These professionals can clarify eligibility, review paperwork for accuracy, and guide your family through each step with confidence.

Resources for veterans in Austin

Almost 31,000 veterans live in Austin, and many are age 65 or older.[03] To support these veterans and their families, the following organizations and agencies provide guidance, resources, and assistance in accessing available benefits and programs.

Medicaid

Medicaid is a joint program of federal and state governments. Texas Medicaid supports seniors living with dementia who qualify through its STAR+PLUS and STAR+PLUS Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs.[04,05] Waiver programs aren’t an entitlement, so residents may be put on a waiting list. These waivers can be used to pay for care services provided to residents of memory care communities, but not for room and board.

Services typically covered include:

  • Help with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapies
  • Skilled nursing care
  • Recreational programs
  • Transportation
  • Daily meals
  • Housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation

Eligibility is based on both medical and financial criteria. Families exploring Medicaid should take time to review all available programs and requirements to ensure the option they choose aligns with their loved one’s specific needs and level of care.

Medicaid resources in Austin, Texas

Austin residents can apply for Texas Medicaid by:

For more detailed information, or help applying for Texas Medicaid, visit one of these local organizations:

  • Capital Area Agency on Aging (AAACAP)
    6800 Burleson Road, Building 201, Suite 165
    Austin, TX 78744
    Phone: 512-916-6062
    Email: aaainfo@capcog.org

Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for adults age 65 and older, as well as for younger individuals with qualifying disabilities or medical conditions like end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or ALS.[06] Although Medicare doesn’t pay for memory care or other long-term care services, it can help offset medical costs by covering eligible expenses such as prescription medications, durable medical equipment, and certain health care services.

Medicare resources in Austin

Elderly residents of Austin can contact the state’s health insurance assistance program for free and unbiased information about Medicare:

What families are saying about memory care in Austin

Recent reviews for memory care in Austin

The Legacy at Crystal Falls in Leander, TX

5.0
Nothing but good things for this community. We really like it here and have already talked to people about this community. My loved one really likes the meals also. We are so thankful for the help we received.

Sundara Senior Living in Round Rock, TX

5.0
My father joined the Sundara community a week ago. He is very happy there. He told my sister that they they treat him like royalty. It is a loving community where he gets the best care possible. The staff goes out of their way to ensure he has everything he needs to be well cared for both ...
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Heritage Lakes Senior Living OPEN NOW in Pflugerville, TX

4.9
We’ve been with Heritage Lakes for a couple of years. My mom and her brother started in independent living in their spacious and beautiful two bedroom cottages by the lake. The management and staff go above and beyond to make the days fun and foster a sense of community and family in all they ...
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Austin review score based on 308 family reviews

8.7
Review score40 facilities308 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 308 reviews of 40 Austin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Austin review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Austin review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Austin, TX40 facilities
8.8
Rollingwood, TX30 facilities
8.8
West Lake Hills, TX32 facilities

Review subcategories for Austin memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 308 reviews of 40 Austin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Austin resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Austin, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
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What is memory care like in Austin?

The city of Austin has expanded its senior living options to accommodate people with dementia by offering unique memory care communities. Learn more about the specific features of Austin memory care facilities and how they’re built to accommodate seniors with dementia below.

Specially trained memory care staff

Texas requires memory care communities to provide their staff with specialized memory care training, and our partnering memory care facilities in Austin strive to offer a personalized experience for seniors living with dementia.. Through comprehensive training and learned techniques, dementia caregivers aim to help manage common symptoms in seniors with dementia. Of A Place for Mom’s partner communities in Austin:[01]

  • 100% use redirection, cueing, and reorientation techniques to help manage common dementia symptoms
  • 100% of communities train staff to handle dementia symptoms like restlessness, pacing, and wandering
  • 82% of communities train caregivers to handle hallucinations and delusions
  • 65% of communities train caregivers to handle anxiety, aggression, or agitation

Personalized activities to encourage reminiscence and socialization

Memory care regulations in Texas require memory care facilities to offer specialized programming for senior residents. Program activities must encourage residents to socialize, express themselves, exercise, and stimulate their minds.

Memory care communities are also required to appoint an activity director to manage and facilitate the specialized activities program. Some of the most common memory care activities include:

  • Reminiscence therapies. Reminiscence enables residents to reflect on cherished memories and create new, joyful memories through activities like art classes, movie viewings, brain-stimulating games, and memory boxes.
  • Social activities and events. Ranging from simple fitness classes and interest-based clubs to holiday celebrations and movie nights, residents in Austin’s memory care communities will find themselves forming new friendships while keeping up with favorite pastimes.

Memory care design

Because seniors who have dementia are prone to confusion and wandering, many memory care facilities prioritize security. In our Austin network:[01]

  • 100% of communities offer round-the-clock staffing
  • 94% offer on-site nursing to help ensure timely care and safety for residents
  • 82% of communities feature human-centered architecture and design to promote comfort and reduce confusion

To further prevent wandering, most memory care partners in Austin offer an enclosed courtyard, enabling residents to enjoy fresh air in a safe space. Residents can also freely roam indoor and outdoor walking paths that are monitored by staff. Some communities have installed high-tech security measures that detect residents’ movements and send alerts when a resident gets near a boundary or wanders off the premises.

Austin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Austin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Austin, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Austin memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Austin that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Austin, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
87.5%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.5%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.5%
69.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Austin memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Austin Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Austin, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
72.5%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.5%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Austin memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Austin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Austin, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.5%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
65%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.5%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.5%
21.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Austin memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Austin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Austin, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.5%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
82.5%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
72.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Austin memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Austin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Austin, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
85%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
67.5%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.5%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
82.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
70%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85%
45.8%
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Unfamiliar with Austin? Highlights for seniors

Seniors are the fastest growing age group in Austin, making up 9.5% of the total population.[07] The city attracts seniors with its warm year-round weather, tasty treats, and live entertainment.

Top hospitals for seniors in Austin

There are numerous reputable hospitals in the Austin area with national recognition for geriatrics and other adult specialties.

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UT Health Austin Comprehensive Memory Center

The memory center has been recognized for its efforts to improve health care for seniors and people with dementia.

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Cross Creek Dementia Treatment Center & Hospital

Cross Creek Hospital’s dementia treatment center works with families to create individualized treatment plans with services such as medication management, individual and group therapies, and experiential therapy.

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St. David’s Medical Center

St. David’s Medical Center is known for its rehabilitation and oncology programs.

Transportation for seniors in Austin

Most memory care communities in Austin provide transportation services. In fact, 82% of our partner memory care facilities there offer complimentary transportation services with trained caregiver escorts.[01]

Seniors who receive Medicaid and don’t have transportation services at their community may receive rides through the medical transportation program provided by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Services include rides to doctors’ offices, hospitals, drug stores, or any places that provide Medicaid-covered health care services. Call the local area agency on aging (AAA) to arrange.

Family and friends may also find it useful to learn about public transportation options to get around when visiting a senior loved one at a memory care community. CapMetro offers buses, rail lines, shuttles, and more throughout Austin. The public transportation system even offers seniors 65+ a Reduced Fare ID (RFID) Card for $3, enabling families to enjoy trips with their loved ones with accommodations for any mobility impairments they may have. After the initial $3 for the card, seniors will pay half-priced fares for any rides, and the card must be renewed every two years.

Things to do in Austin for seniors and their families

Austin offers many activities for seniors in any stage of dementia. Some Austin memory care communities take residents out for scheduled outings to local attractions and events. The communities aim to help seniors with dementia explore popular places safely as they reminisce and engage in new experiences. Visiting families can also take their loved one out to some of these senior-favored activities to create new, meaningful memories.

  • Zilker Botanical Garden. This enchanting garden spans more than 28 acres and is nestled within Zilker Metropolitan Park. Seniors get a discount.
  • Blanton Museum of Art. Located on Austin’s University of Texas campus, this wondrous museum boasts over 22,000 works of art. The museum aims to accommodate individuals with disabilities by allowing service animals, offering audio guides, and providing virtual tours.
  • The Paramount Theatre. This Austin theater hosts a range of activities suitable for senior audiences. The theater is even happy to accommodate individuals with disabilities by offering assistive listening devices, sign language interpreters, audio descriptions, and more.

Memory care laws and regulations in Texas

Memory care communities are generally regulated by state governments. This means that rules and operation requirements vary by state and by the type of care a community provides. Learning about how memory care is regulated can help you make informed care decisions.
Read more: Memory care regulations in Texas

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

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 an inspection report 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average cost of memory care in Austin, Texas, is $5,896 per month.
No, Medicare won’t pay for memory care in Austin, Texas.
Yes, seniors in Austin can use their Social Security benefits however they see fit, including paying for memory care.
Texas Medicaid will cover some costs of memory care for eligible residents. Medicaid won’t cover the cost of room and board, though.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Economic Research Institute. (2026, February 6). Cost of living data in Austin, Texas, United States.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2024, July 1). QuickFacts, Austin city, Texas.

  4. Texas Health and Human ServicesSTAR+PLUS.

  5. Texas Health and Human Services. (2019, June 3) STAR+PLUS Handbook: 6100, Home and community-based services.

  6. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.

  7. Age of Change. (2023, November). Age of Change: Austin’s Transforming Demographics 2010-2020.

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A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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Economic Research Institute. (2026, February 6). Cost of living data in Austin, Texas, United States.

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United States Census Bureau. (2024, July 1). QuickFacts, Austin city, Texas.

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Texas Health and Human ServicesSTAR+PLUS.

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Texas Health and Human Services. (2019, June 3) STAR+PLUS Handbook: 6100, Home and community-based services.

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U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.

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