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Assisted living costs in Gainesville average about $5,551 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 196 communities in Gainesville. Our detailed directory has 4463 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: 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.
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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.
Creekside Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia. We are a free-standing, specialized community, and we offer long-term care, short...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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It hasn't been very long but we are very happy with them so far. It's clean and the staff is friendly. The food is good, we haven't had any complaints.It's a clean, well kept community, and they do a great...
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.
HYGIEIA RCH is a residential care home in Plano, TX, located in Collin County. Plano is a growing community that has consistently been named a safe and clean city. The moderate climate year-round makes it easy to navigate through this beautiful city and participate in a wide range of activities...
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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, 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.
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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: 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, 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.
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This is a family owned house that has 3 generations caring and/or visiting the guests. My father thrived in the environment.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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I am so glad that I called A Place for Mom. Thank You. I found the Weismer House, [Removed] Weismer to be exact. She sent me an email that I felt was sincere and invited me to meet her and her Home care...
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.
Weismer House is a senior living community in Dallas, Texas.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Gainesville, TX

The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $5,551 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Jo, TX with an average of $3,652 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gainesville, TX, vs. nearby cities

Gainesville, TX
$5,551/mo
$5,745/mo

Assisted living costs in Gainesville, TX, vs. state and national averages

Gainesville, TX
$5,551/mo
$4,772/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Gainesville, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,551/mo
$6,004/mo

Assisted living costs in Gainesville, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,258/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,275/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,157/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,779/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,303/mo

Senior living costs in Gainesville vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gainesville, TX
Column state: Texas
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Community typeGainesville, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$5,551/mo$4,772/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,004/mo$4,938/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$5,079/mo$4,242/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Gainesville, TX:$5,551/mo
Texas:$4,772/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Gainesville, TX:$6,004/mo
Texas:$4,938/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Gainesville, TX:$5,079/mo
Texas:$4,242/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gainesville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gainesville

Silverado Southlake

4.0
My dad is doing great, it was a little adjustment at first but going good now. We love the facility. It is bright and airy and there is more for them to do. They were my favorite when touring. I like that they can go outside and walk in the garden when he wants. They also have a mini golf course ...
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The Healthcare Resort of Plano

5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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River Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care in Coppell, TX

4.4
Thank you and your staff for taking precautions to keep all residents safe from any type of virus. This made me and my family feel especially grateful to you and the team at River Oaks.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and responsive staff. Residents and families appreciate the quick and effective communication from staff at their communities. For example, at Mustang Creek Estates Allen, the director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. At Vitality Court Texas Star, sta ...
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Friendly and caring atmosphere. Several reviews mentioned the warm and welcoming environment at their community. Residents at Rockbrook Assisted Living and Memory Care noted the friendly and caring nature of the staff, which was a major factor in their overall satisfaction. At The Oaks at Flower Mound, families felt at eas ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities with diverse and regularly updated activities were mentioned in many reviews. At Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care, residents participate in a range of activities, from weekly bingo nights to art classes, keeping them active and social. The activities team at Wheeler Terrac ...
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Individualized care plans. Residents and their families valued the personalized care plans offered at their community. Staff at Village on the Park Denton take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and create individualized plans to ensure their well-being. At Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care, ca ...
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Welcoming and spacious living areas. Several residents expressed appreciation for the clean and welcoming common areas at their community. At Sunrise of Frisco, families were impressed with the spacious apartments and communal areas, making it feel more like home. Residents at Redbud Place enjoy the outdoor spaces, which provid ...
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Consistent and thorough communication. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind. At Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care, families are kept informed about their loved ones' care through regular updates and open dialogue with staff. At Rockbrook Assisted Living and Memory Care, ...
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Gainesville review score based on 794 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 794 reviews of 164 Gainesville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gainesville 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

Gainesville review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gainesville, TX164 facilities
8.3
Lindsay, TX169 facilities
8.3
Callisburg, TX173 facilities

Review subcategories for Gainesville 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 794 reviews of 164 Gainesville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gainesville 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.
Gainesville, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Gainesville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.9%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
54.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
67.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
52.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gainesville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gainesville protect seniors.
Learn about Texas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Wheeler Terrace, Village on the Park McKinney and Landing at Watermere Frisco are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 196 assisted living facilities near Gainesville, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Gainesville, Texas are Landing at Watermere Frisco, Avalon Memory Care - Allen and Avalon Memory Care - Lewisville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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