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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mertens, TX

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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Texas is $6,223, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Mertens area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of memory care in Mertens, TX

The average cost of senior living in Texas is $6,223 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Texas vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeTexasU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$6,223/mo$6,999/mo11.1% below national median
Assisted Living$4,569/mo$5,830/mo21.6% below national median
Independent Living$3,090/mo$3,520/mo12.2% below national median
Memory Care
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:11.1% below national median
Assisted Living
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:21.6% below national median
Independent Living
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Mertens

Recent reviews for memory care in Mertens

Cedar Hills Senior Living

3.3
Staff know our dad and seem to care about him for the most part. Minimal turnover amongst caregivers, leadership has changed 3 times in 13 months. Kitchen staff and maintenance staff have also turned over. It's good for the value. Newest manager seems to be making positive changes.

Arabella of Red Oak Senior Living

4.9
I would tell others looking into Arabella of Red Oak that you can definitely feel confident about leaving a family member at the facility to be taken care of. They keep the facility extremely clean as well. Based off of our personal experience, I would recommend Arabella to others looking for ...
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The Delaney at Lake Waco

5.0
5 stars on all, we have been very pleased. I would want others to know just how caring, friendly and informative all of the staff here are. The room sizes are just fine, they have both individual and shared rooms in memory care. I would recommend The Delaney at Lake Waco, my sister and I ...
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Mertens review score based on 481 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 481 reviews of 76 Mertens memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mertens 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

Mertens review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Mertens, TX76 facilities
8.4
Waxahachie, TX266 facilities
8.6
Waco, TX15 facilities

Review subcategories for Mertens 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 481 reviews of 76 Mertens memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mertens 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.
Mertens, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.2
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.3
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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Mertens memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mertens memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mertens, 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 Mertens 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 Mertens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mertens, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.6%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.5%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.1%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mertens 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 Mertens Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mertens, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.3%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mertens 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 Mertens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mertens, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.4%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
64.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.2%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.8%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mertens 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 Mertens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mertens, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
61.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mertens 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 Mertens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mertens, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.6%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.2%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
78.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
59.2%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Mertens

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Texas memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Mertens protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands Village Senior Living of Mansfield, Avalon Memory Care - 7140 and Avalon Memory Care 7120 are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mertens, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 76 memory care facilities near Mertens, Texas. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Mertens, Texas are Avalon Memory Care - 7140, Ennis Pointe Senior Living and The Jasper of Mansfield. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 76 memory care facilities near you in Mertens, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mertens, Texas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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