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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alum, TX
Assisted living costs in Alum average about $4,267 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 130 communities in Alum. Our detailed directory has 3214 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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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.
Blue Skies of Texas II is an assisted living community located in historically magnificent San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas. San Antonio is home to the splendid River Walk which is full of lovely dining and shopping with gorgeous views walking along the San Antonio River. San Antonio is full of...
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Alum, TX
The average cost of senior living in Alum is $4,267 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Karnes City, TX with an average of $3,441 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alum, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alum, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alum vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alum, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alum, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Alum
Recent reviews for assisted living in Alum
The William in San Antonio, TX
4.5
[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the ...
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New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Floresville
4.6
We chose New Haven because it was a newer facility and we had experience with the company before. It is also a nice, small, homey facility with only 16 residents, so it is better personalized care. The room sizes here are large. It is very friendly place out in the country far from the city and ...
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Pecan View Senior Care AL in San Antonio, TX
5.0
While she lived in this care home, my mom felt at home. She was well cared for. She was clean and well kept and felt good about getting her hair and nails done. She really enjoyed all the meals and snacks, and she really loved all the offered activities. It really helps that [name removed] ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. At Brookdale Medical Center Whitby, the staff are described as warm and genuinely concerned for residents' well-being. At Brookdale San Marcos South, residents appreciate the attentiveness and helpfulness ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the variety of activities offered in their communities. At Discovery Village at Dominion AL/MC, activities include Sunday potlucks, bingo nights, water aerobics, and even podiatry services. At The Waterford at Shavano Park, residents enjoy arts and crafts, game playing, ...
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Delicious meals. Meals are a highlight for many residents, with several reviews noting the excellent food quality and taste. At The Haven and The Laurels in Stone Oak, mom loves the meals and says the food is very good. At The William, residents particularly enjoy the restaurant-style dining and the chef's e ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, from the private rooms to communal areas. At Brookdale Hollywood Park, the facilities are described as clean and well-maintained, with the building, room, and grounds all receiving positive comments. At Franklin Park ...
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Many residents express that they feel at home in their communities due to the friendly and welcoming atmosphere. At The William, staff and management are described as warm and gracious, while at Brookdale San Marcos South, residents enjoy spending time with the nice people in the community. ...
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Reasonable pricing. Some residents comment on the affordability of their communities, allowing them to receive the care they need while staying within their budget. At Esplanade Gardens, the cost was a factor in choosing the community, while at Discovery Village at Dominion AL/MC, residents are happy with the v ...
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Alum review score based on 674 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 674 reviews of 130 Alum assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alum review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Alum review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alum assisted living
When assisted living 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 674 reviews of 130 Alum assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alum resident and family assisted living 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.Alum, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Alum assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alum assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alum, 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 Alum assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alum that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alum, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Alum assisted living
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 Alum Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alum, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alum assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alum, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Alum assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alum, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alum assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alum, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.3%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alum
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alum protect seniors.
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Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, Gemstone at Bulverde and The Waterford at Westover Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alum, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 130 assisted living facilities near Alum, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Alum, Texas are Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Landing at Stone Oak and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in San Antonio. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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