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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cameron County, TX
Assisted living costs in Cameron County average about $3,637 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 19 communities in Cameron County. Our detailed directory has 118 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Harlingen, Brownsville and San Benito.
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I went in person to get a tour and [name removed] sat down with me and explained the services and the pricing. I was able to put both my parents in a one bedroom at a very good price. The people are very...
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.
We Celebrate Life At Valley View Senior Living we believe that every senior deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. We also believe that life should be robust, active and focused on the future at all times. We remain deeply passionate about creating warm, joyous and caring environments...
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9.2
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The care she received at The Gardens at Brook Ridge was excellent. The staff took excellent care of her. I think the nurses showed exceptional care for the residents.
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.
Introducing The Gardens at Brook Ridge Brand New, State-of-the-Art Assisted Living & Memory Care Community The Gardens at Brook Ridge is a warm, welcoming assisted living home that fosters a sense of community for the residents. The overall design balances the operational needs of...
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What can I say? A lot! Avalon Memory care is where you should place your loved one. The staff are professional and full of grace. We placed our mother there in less than a week. Very quick and expertly...
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.
At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...
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Waterford was the first and only place we looked at. We just had the sense that it would be Mom's new home. I think no matter where you place a loved one, there is a period of adjustment. It did take my mom...
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.
Waterford Gardens On Griffin ParkwayLocated in beautiful Mission, Texas, Waterford Gardens On Griffin Parkway is an assisted living community with ample green space and walking paths. Our property is situated in a quiet residential area within just minutes of a variety of activities including...
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We picked this community because they were able to accept both of our loved ones and provide them with the necessary care when with being on different floors. They had good activities but they really did not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
Welcome to Villa!Villa of Harlingen is an assisted living residence in Harlingen, Texas. We are a state-supported and private pay Assisted Living residence that offers all the amenities necessary to provide for a resident’s daily living. We are progressive and flexible to meet the changing needs...
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Great place for my husband while he could stay due to an illness he had to leave. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a place to care for a loved one
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.
Biltmore Personal Care Home Biltmore Personal Care Home is a senior care home that is located in the large city of McAllen, TX and in Hidalgo county. McAllen is in the southern part of Texas in the Rio Grande Valley. It is known for its wonderful scenery and beautiful weather. The group home...
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.
Medford Place is an assisted living community that is available to seniors in Brownsville, TX. Brownsville offers great opportunities for those looking for the entertainment that festivals bring about, for those who enjoy the theater, and for those who like to golf. This community is located in a...
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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: 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
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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, 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.
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.
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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Great place to live in. Wonderful personalized care of the residents, amazing staff, beautiful grounds and delicious food. ...and a very kind relation with resident’s family.
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: 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.
Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located just a few minutes from several area hospitals, is a leader in healthcare offering the community of McAllen a variety of services. Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is proud to be the recipient of the 2011 National Quality Bronze...
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He is really happy there. The only thing would be to have a little more help in the wing. A little more staff would nice. I feel really good about leaving him there, he likes it lot. He likes the food.
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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Cost of assisted living in Cameron County, TX
The average cost of senior living in Cameron County is $3,637 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Isabel, TX with an average of $2,779 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cameron County, TX vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cameron County, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cameron County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cameron County, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cameron County, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cameron County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cameron County
The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Pharr, TX
5.0
All 5's. The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care was a blessing, kindness and understand staff relieved a lot of my worries and stress. My mother passed away on [date removed] , which was her 94 Birthday. I am grateful to all at The Gardens who helped me through this last ...
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The Bridges At Edinburg
5.0
I just can't say enough good things about Bridges. They have taken good care of my mom and they are on top of things. She had a fall before coming here and since coming here has been improving. They are located conveniently for our family and they are really just a great community from top to ...
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Waterford Gardens on Griffin Parkway in Mission, TX
4.7
We were on a little bit of a time crunch but we found the garden area and outdoor area with Waterford Gardens to be a big plus for us. The rooms are a little on the smaller side and we have to wear a mask, but when we are outside we do not have to. The staff and chef have been able to keep our ...
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Cameron County review score based on 29 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 17 Cameron County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cameron County 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
Cameron County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cameron County 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 29 reviews of 17 Cameron County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cameron County 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.Cameron County, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
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Cameron County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cameron County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cameron County, 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 Cameron County 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 Cameron County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cameron County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cameron County 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 Cameron County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cameron County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cameron County 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 Cameron County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cameron County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cameron County 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 Cameron County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cameron County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cameron County 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 Cameron County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cameron County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cameron County
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 Cameron County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valley View Senior Living, The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care and Avalon Memory Care - Edinburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cameron County, Texas. See full list of communities.
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