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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smiley, TX

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Memory care in Smiley offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Smiley is about $4,737 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 41 communities, read 998 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The room is nice and big enough for his things; the care is overall very good; food is good most of the time; activities are a bit sparse (but he doesn't participate much); my biggest complaint is...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Season's Alzheimer's and Assisted Care is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of San Antonio, Texas which is in Bexar County with small portions extending into Medina and Comal counties. San Antonio is a city with a great deal of history. The Alamo is a national...
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Three years ago I placed both of my parents in assisted living at Sage Springs. My mom was admitted into the memory care unit, where she received very good care from all the staff. They were very patient and...
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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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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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Colonial Manor Care Center has been serving the community for more than 40 years. Located in the historic town of New Braunfels, on the IH 35 Corridor, we are close to several local hospitals as well as hospitals in San Antonio and Austin. We provide a separate wing for Women and Men on our...
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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.
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.
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.
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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Provides: Memory Care
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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Smiley, TX

The average cost of senior living in Smiley is $4,737 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kenedy, TX with an average of $3,973 per month.

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

Smiley, TX
$4,737/mo
$4,611/mo
$4,590/mo

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

Smiley, TX
$4,737/mo
$5,021/mo
U.S. national average
$5,013/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,737/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,027/mo
Studio
$6,232/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,809/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,140/mo

Senior living costs in Smiley 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: Smiley, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmiley, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$4,737/mo$5,021/mo$5,013/mo
Assisted Living$4,292/mo$4,844/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,490/mo$4,327/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Smiley, TX:$4,737/mo
Texas:$5,021/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
Assisted Living
Smiley, TX:$4,292/mo
Texas:$4,844/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Smiley, TX:$4,490/mo
Texas:$4,327/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Smiley

Recent reviews for memory care in Smiley

Mariella of Sage Spring in San Marcos, TX

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Sage Spring and everything has been great for her at this facility in the Memory Care unit. I was very impressed with everything from the first visit/tour. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care services, meals and value for cost are ...
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Argent Court Seguin

4.0
So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is nice and friendly and they seem to care. The facility is nice and well kept as far as I can see. We haven't had any major issues with Argent Court so far.

Morada Victoria

5.0
Overall Experience has been great. Loved the staff. The quality of care was wonderful. They always had activities going and encouraged mom all the way till the end of her life. The Memory Care unit in Victoria is a blessing to families.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff in various communities. At Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, the owner, management, and staff went above and beyond to ensure the well-being and comfort of their residents. At The Legacy at Forest Ridge, the staff's a ...
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Tailored activities for residents. Activities play a crucial role in keeping residents engaged and stimulated. At Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living, residents enjoy regular singing, dancing, art, and craft activities. At Mariella of Sage Spring, weekly piano performances and resident requests for favorite songs prov ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind. At Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living, family members were impressed by the staff's responsiveness and willingness to answer questions. At Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, fre ...
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Personalized care for individual needs. Reviews frequently mention the importance of catering to residents' unique requirements. At Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living, caregivers took the time to understand each resident's needs and preferences, and tailored their care accordingly. At Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memo ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality, variety, and accommodation for dietary restrictions are essential aspects of dining experiences for senior living communities. At The Legacy at Forest Ridge, the food was described as excellent, and staff accommodated individual preferences. Residents at Mariella of Sage Spring appr ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. A clean, well-maintained environment is crucial for residents' comfort and health. At Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living, the beautiful facility was noted for its atmosphere, while Grand Brook Memory Care of New Braunfels praised the homey feel and lightness of the community. Overal ...
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Smiley review score based on 188 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 188 reviews of 36 Smiley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smiley 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

Smiley review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Smiley, TX36 facilities
8.4
Nixon, TX66 facilities
8.6
Stockdale, TX110 facilities

Review subcategories for Smiley 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 188 reviews of 36 Smiley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smiley 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.
Smiley, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Smiley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiley, 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 Smiley 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 Smiley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.9%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.4%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.1%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smiley 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 Smiley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.4%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.2%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.9%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiley 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 Smiley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiley 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 Smiley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiley 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 Smiley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiley, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.2%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
47.2%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Smiley

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 Smiley protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Nacogdoches, New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Floresville and The Legacy at Forest Ridge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smiley, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 41 memory care facilities near Smiley, Texas. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Smiley, Texas is Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 41 memory care facilities near you in Smiley, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smiley, Texas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Smiley, Texas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Smiley, Texas ranges from $595 to $8375. The average Memory Care cost in Smiley, Texas is $4,737. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smiley, Texas typically starts at $595. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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