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Assisted living costs in Balcones Heights average about $4,182 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 75 communities in Balcones Heights. Our detailed directory has 1950 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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Photo of Camino Real Senior Living
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Love the larger rooms. Staff has been very helpful and friendly. Really enjoy the monthly family lunch/dinners food is delicious. The only reason I scored a 4 is the remodeling. They have been dragging...
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.
You’ll find the sense of community you’ve been seeking when you join our community in historic San Antonio, Texas. At our assisted living community, you can socialize with friends and neighbors in our comfortable, home-like common areas or retreat to your cozy, private sanctuary in one of our...
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Photo of Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Recommend getting a camera installed in the room to watch over loved one. Most of the staff is great but there are always a few that aren't and it's usually the midnight shift. There are tons of activities...
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.
Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch - The community that helps you live life to the fullest.In San Antonio, TX, discover Assisted Living and Memory Support that can open new doors to comfort and fulfillment.While attending to the tasks of daily life may be increasingly difficult for you or someone you love,...
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Photo of Sodalis Shavano Park
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I chose the seasons for my wife because in had a home like quality and nice residence rooms. The staff has been helpful and responsive.
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.
Sodalis Shavano Park is an assisted living & memory care community that is located in the picturesque urban area of San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas. Residents of this state are a tough, independent group of people, so it can be difficult when a family member begins to experience a loss in...
Photo of Aging Gracefully Assisted Living
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The owners and the staff of Aging Gracefully run a beautifully updated, warm and comfortable assisted living home. We liked that it was a home, with limited number of residents, versus an apartment-style...
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.
Photo of Swans Landing Assisted Living
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It is a small nice quite environment. They keep it very clean, my mom loves the food , anything she wants within reason they will get. They give everyone plenty of attention. I would stay there myself, if I...
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.
Photo of The William
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The staff were friendly, gave you hugs, have even visited us over here even though they work at the Etta -- a very family feeling. The William closed 15 May. We were given 30 days notice . Living at [name...
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.
Welcome to a life of leisure and luxury at our upscale assisted living and memory care community in the extraordinary, historic and culture-rich city of San Antonio, Texas. Your fine living includes well-appointed common areas, a spacious private apartment and chef-prepared, restaurant-style...
Photo of Colonial Gardens - San Antonio
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Staff there generally nice and helpful but there are usually only a few that make the difference as in this business there is a lot of turnover in staff. It is a very good value for the money.
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.
Colonial Gardens in San Antonio promotes a living center that is dignified, and does not strip the independence away from a senior. Memory care can be very complicated. We provide a senior living environment that can provide the safety and security that a senior suffering with memory problems...
Photo of The Cottages on Danny Kaye
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Location was the first factor in our decision. Considering convenience for family members to visit our loved one. Of course we ensured proper care, cleanliness and respectful care from staff. The facility...
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.
The Cottages on Danny Kaye- AThe Cottages on Danny Kaye - A is a 55+ assisted living community located in bright and beautiful San Antonio, TX. The assisted community is situated along a quiet stretch of shaded road and is close enough to nearby entertainment venues and eateries. The landscaped...
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Photo of Pecan View Senior Care AL
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We are very impressed having a well educated and licensed nurse in the home. Mom’s always busy doing something that she likes: dominos, crochet, painting, singing, and getting all prettied up for onsite...
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.
About Us:We are Pecan Views Senior Care and we strive for excellence in care and compassion. We have a beautiful newly constructed facility in the medical center offering 6 private rooms in a home like setting. Meals are home cooked and made to taste for each resident. Snacks are also provided...
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Photo of Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care
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55 Floor plans available
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This has been a wonderful experience for my family and loved one. The staff are very friendly and professional. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones.
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.
Life at Adante Assisted Living & Memory Care revolves around modest luxury, personal freedom, and optimal health. Comfortable surroundings, social activity, delicious meals, accommodating staff, and a prime location come together on this unique campus to form a fresh and vivacious lifestyle....
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Photo of Changing Seasons Assisted Living Blanco Road
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8.0
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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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Photo of Grandview of Westover Hills
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5 across the board except housekeeping. I found my parents' apartment needing more attention, e.g. bathroom sink, kitchen floor needed to be swept. There is only one licensed nurse (LPN) for about 60...
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.
Grandview of Westover Hills-Serving the San Antonio and the surrounding communities, Grandview of Westover Hills offers Assisted Living and Memory care in the ideal environment for active seniors, as well as those who need a little extra help with daily care. We work with a variety of local...
Photo of The Ridge at Westover Hills
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They did not have enough staffing for care services. Evening patient supervision was minimal. Not enough care staff with medical qualifications. If you had even 40 residents at $[removed] a month, I...
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.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the San Antonio area, consider Cedar Ranch at Westover Hills assisted living and memory care community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents...
Photo of Franklin Park Alamo Heights
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Friendly and caring staff, nice apartment- Mom didn't want it to look like a hospital room. Attentive staff with plenty of activity options. They look like they love their jobs. Super clean and good meals....
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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Photo of Juniper Village at Lincoln Heights
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Dad seems to like the staff and the staff seem very caring towards him. He has his favorites, of course. For the most part his room is clean. Dad's laundry is done for him. I do have concerns that his...
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.
Juniper Village at Lincoln Heights provides senior living including assisted living and skilled nursing. Our active senior living community is located in the Lincoln Heights and Alamo Heights neighborhoods of San Antonio. Our community features cozy living spaces, inviting common areas, nicely...
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Staff is very friendly and always helpful. I would recommend Brookdale Medical Center Kingsley to other families looking. It ended up being a good fit for my dad and his needs.
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.
Your life can be as engaging, enjoyable and seamless when you join our upscale assisted living community that also offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. As an assisted living resident in our home-like San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar, both on and off...
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We moved my mother to Parkway assisted living facility . The entire staff was caring and took great care of my mother. The care they provide is outstanding.This place is clean and the furniture is in...
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 Heritage Creek Assisted Living
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Very lovely facility! I've always had a great experience visiting my grandma here. The owner and staff have always been very kind and are quick to help when something is needed. Very clean and spacious and...
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.
Located right in the heart of San Antonio, Texas, Heritage Creek Assisted Living is the ideal assisted living community for those who want an elegant, modern location to call home. We're close to area shops and entertainment, and just minutes from medical offices, libraries and parks. At our...
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We chose this facility because of the convenient location, it is a smaller facility with more 1 on 1 care, and it seemed like a warm, welcoming community. They have a chef here who comes in a cooks amazing...
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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My mother has lived in one of the cottages at Blue Skies East for over 4 years now and she is completely happy and thriving. I visit her 2 times a year and I never get tired of hearing her tell me how much...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Mission - Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation - opened January 2012 Now available to all seniors (Non Military welcomed) LONG TERM CARE — we accept private pay and/or Long Term Care Insurance Private rooms available THE MISSION Air Force Village I 4949 Ravenswood Drive San Antonio, TX, 78227 ...
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This facility is within 2 miles of my house which says a lot and based on the experience I have had so far, I would recommend Seasons Alzheimer's Care and Assisted Living to other families
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.
The Seasons on Tezel is an assisted living community that is located in San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas. Families will enjoy visiting and living in San Antonio because of the vibrant culture, rich historical sites, a flourishing arts scene, as well as delicious traditional Mexican food. Seasons...
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We struggled to find the right place for our 95-year-old mom. Once we visited with [name removed], we knew it was the best place to move mom into. The home is beautiful, warm, clean and with very inviting...
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.
In Texas, there are several different types of Assisted Living Facilities. With so many options, it can be overwhelming. It is important to consider where mom and dad may thrive the most in their golden years. At Laurelhurst, we are considered a small assisted living. We are licensed and...
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I like most their attention to the residents. They get a lot of interaction. I like least that our resident doesn't seem to be happy and I can't tell if that's just him or not.
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.
Heart to Heart Residential Care Home is a senior care home located in the historic city of San Antonio, Texas, in the county of Bexar. Our quaint community is located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood. The eclectic city of San Antonio is located in the southwestern corner, known as the Texas...
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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.
The Manor-Kaulbach is a beautiful assisted living community offering several distinct one-bedroom floorplans for seniors in San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio city offers a variety of cultural and historical sites, including the famous Alamo and several Spanish missions. The San Antonio River offers...
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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 assisted living in Balcones Heights, TX

The average cost of senior living in Balcones Heights is $4,182 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somerset, TX with an average of $4,097 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Balcones Heights, TX vs. nearby cities

Balcones Heights, TX
$4,182/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Balcones Heights, TX vs. the state and national average

Balcones Heights, TX
$4,182/mo
$4,755/mo
U.S. national average
$4,727/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Balcones Heights vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,182/mo
$4,563/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Balcones Heights, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$3,885/mo
Private
$4,120/mo
Studio
$4,584/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,311/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,788/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,800/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Balcones Heights, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Balcones Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Balcones Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Balcones Heights

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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Sodalis Stone Oak in San Antonio, TX

5.0
It has been a good experince. It's a nice place, and my loved one is pretty content. I picked this community because of the cleanliness, it's smaller in size and close to home.

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

Compassionate staff making transitions easier. Several reviews mention the kindness and support from staff during the moving process at various communities. At The William, for example, the director and staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly for residents and their families, providing regular updates and answering ...
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Engaging activities for residents' enjoyment. Activities are an important factor in residents' satisfaction with their living situation. At Franklin Park Alamo Heights, for example, residents enjoy a variety of activities, from game nights to group outings, keeping them active and social.
Consistent and attentive communication with families. Frequent and clear communication between community staff and families is crucial for ensuring peace of mind and maintaining a strong relationship. At Brookdale Oakwell, for instance, staff consistently updates families with any news, making them feel involved in their loved ones' care.
Home-like atmosphere and sense of community. A cozy and welcoming environment is essential for many seniors. At Brookdale Maltsberger, residents appreciate the warm and friendly atmosphere, which allows them to feel at home. The small size of the community contributes to this sense of community, with staff and residents alike treating ea ...
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High-quality meals accommodating dietary needs. Nutritious and delicious meals are key to residents' overall well-being. At Landon Ridge Alamo Ranch Assisted Living and Memory Care, for instance, the chef goes out of their way to cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtime a highlight of the day for many reside ...
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Thoughtful and timely response to resident needs. Residents require assistance with various tasks throughout the day, and a quick and attentive response from staff is crucial. At Brookdale Oakwell, for example, residents' needs are met promptly, ensuring they remain safe and comfortable.
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Balcones Heights review score based on 393 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 393 reviews of 69 Balcones Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
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Balcones Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Balcones Heights, TX69 facilities
8.6
San Antonio, TX104 facilities
8.6
Castle Hills, TX87 facilities

Review subcategories for Balcones Heights 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 393 reviews of 69 Balcones Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Balcones Heights 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.
Balcones Heights, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Balcones Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Balcones Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Balcones Heights, 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 Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Balcones Heights, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.9%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.5%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.6%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Balcones Heights, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.6%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.2%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.2%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Balcones Heights, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.1%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
52.2%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.7%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Balcones Heights, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.3%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
58%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Balcones Heights 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 Balcones Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Balcones Heights, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.9%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.1%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.1%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
63.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
39.1%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.5%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Balcones Heights

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 Balcones Heights protect seniors.

Learn about Texas Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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