The Red Poppy Capital of Texas is a perfect place for seniors who want to slow down and relax while still having access to all the big-city amenities. Just down the road from Austin, Georgetown provides a Texas-sized welcome to seniors who want to settle in and enjoy all the beauty the city has to offer.
Seniors who are interested in assisted living options in Georgetown can expect to receive a helping hand with everything from daily activities and laundry to housekeeping and meal preparation. We’ll take a look at 10 assisted living facilities that are partnered with A Place for Mom within a 10-mile radius of the city center, which includes Round Rock.
In this guide, you can expect to find out more about the cost of assisted living and how to pay for it. We’ll also cover the laws and regulations that govern assisted living facilities, COVID-19 precautions, and health care options in Georgetown. Finally, we’ll discuss transportation options and activities perfect for seniors.
I think one stop shopping in the community and the activities were all great. The staff is solid. Having the nurse [name removed], there was probably the single biggest key to our success.
Less staff turnover and a great home feel. We have been super pleased for over 2 years. I would choose this for my mom every time.
Staff are super nice. They have had growing pains but I think they are fully staffed now. The food is great. My husband is very happy there.
Anyone looking for a place, I would recommend the Oscar!!
Georgetown living is a small facility with caring trained professionals who have a personal relationship with our loved one and provide a high level of care.
At Isle at Cedar Ridge, every day is a new opportunity for happiness and health. The range of activities, the focus on wellness, and the constant companionship make this place more than a residence—it's a...
[name removed] and her team are truly exceptional. Their kindness, empathy, and compassion are unmatched. They show incredible patience with my mom's temperament and have quickly built a strong relationship...
There was a change of ownership a while back and a lot of staff changes. That was hard. Now everything seems to be running smoothly, I don't know the new staff as well as I did the old. Communication with...
The place is nice and my sister enjoys being around people. The staff overall is good at the upper levels but they have had some turnover with the other people especially kitchen and dining staff.
We had to find fast placement for my Mom after she eloped from Assisted Living. The Executive Director was so sweet and accommodating. She helped make it happen quickly and even gave us a bed to use so we...
Our experience greatly improved after he moved to Memory Care and Hospice became involved. The outstanding negative was [name removed], the nurse. She did nothing for him; he should have been on Hospice long...
Riva Ridge Assisted Living was a true blessing for my family and my father during his final 3.5 months. From the start, we knew we had made the right choice. The facility, managed by owner [name removed], is...
The meals and dining gets a 3/4 only because they've had a lot of issues keeping staffed in dining; good quality varies. My mom only participates during meal time when it comes to activities, she enjoys...
My husband seems to be happy. There is no perfect place. The food is ok, but service is VERY very slow and portion size has been too small on occasion. The nurses are good, keep you informed. It is a...
Moving my parents here has been the best choice they have made . It's been a wonderful experience so far. The are enjoying socialing with people there own age and that they have things in common with. They...
If you have a loved one who needs care, this is THE place to have them reside. We needed care for my mom. When it comes to your mom, you only want the best. We looked at many assisted living places in the...
The Wesleyan is absolutely wonderful. The staff are very caring and helpful. They are so pleasant to be around. They have treated me so well and I am more than satisfied with the care. The community is very...
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one without any hesitation. They are very attentive and the care that they have provided is more than I could have done for my loved one. They...
Outstanding people at Tiffin House that went beyond our expectations. My mom was there for about two months before passing. Wish she could have enjoyed the employees there longer. Mom was in a large...
During the stay at fairway my father seemed to make many improvements. The decision to move him to an assisted living was a hard step to swallow but after the recent passing of my mother seemed more than...
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According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Georgetown is $4,889.[01] This figure represents the total cost, inducing add-ons and service fees.
The graphic below outlines the baseline prices of assisted living in the Georgetown area.
You can finance assisted living care through various options, including private pay, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. You can use a single payment method or combine more than one, depending on your situation.
In this section, you will find further details on how you can cover the cost of assisted living expenses.
Private pay options for assisted living facilities include personal savings, investment returns, Social Security benefits, and pensions. Other common methods of private payment include:
Number of veterans who live in Georgetown
About 39% of Georgetown veterans are 75+
Georgetown’s senior veterans have access to a variety of benefits thanks to their military service. If eligible, some of these VA benefits can help with the cost of an assisted living facility. The first benefit to consider is the VA Pension. Eligibility for the VA Pension can be checked online. Another useful benefit is the Aid and Attendance, which is paid on top of the monthly VA Pension. Veterans who need help with daily activities, have limited eyesight, are in a nursing home, or are mostly bedfast may qualify.
There are veterans services officers on standby to help you figure out which benefits might apply to your situation and help you navigate the application process. Georgetown has these VA-vetted and trained officers at the Williamson County Veterans Services Office. You can also connect with benefits assistance through veterans services organizations (VSOs) like the American Legion.
Resources for Georgetown veterans
Williamson County Veterans Services Office
100 Wilco Way
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-943-1900
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – noon.; Saturday, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (appointment only)
American Legion Post 174
1000 N. College St.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-635-3729
Email: alpost174gtx@gmail.com
American Legion Post 447
1000 N. Georgetown St.
Round Rock, TX 78664
Phone: 512-244-0480
Seniors with low incomes and limited resources can access Medicaid to cover their medical needs. Medicaid in Texas does not cover the cost of assisted living. However, a home and community based services waiver can cover the cost of health care delivered in an assisted living facility if it is medically necessary.
There are a couple of other options in Texas you should know about:
For detailed information on Medicaid, check out the “Pink Book,” a Texas Medicaid Reference Guide. To apply for Medicaid, use the Your Texas Benefits portal. For help with this process, reach out to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program or the Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area. Both are operated by the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area.
Georgetown resident Medicaid resources
Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Georgetown Office
2500 N. Austin Ave.
Georgetown, TX 78626
Phone: 512-942-4030
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission – Round Rock Office
1101 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Suite 100
Round Rock, TX 78664
Phone: 512-224-1592
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area
Phone: 512-916-6000
Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area
6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Suite 165
Austin, TX 78744
Phone: 855-937-2372
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Phone: 512-916-6054; 800-252-2413
Williamson County Ombudsman: Pete Moreno
Email: cpmoreno@capcog.org
Medicare is the federal health insurance for seniors who are at least 65 years old. It doesn’t cover room and board in an assisted living facility; however, it can pay for medically necessary in-home care for short-term medical needs. What Medicare covers is detailed on this online list.
If you’re qualified, a Medicare Savings Program can pay for some or all of your Medicare premiums or copayments. Extra Help, a low-income subsidy, helps low-income Texas seniors cover the cost of prescription drugs.
To understand more about Medicare and get help enrolling, call the Texas Medicare Helpline. As part of the Texas Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP), the Helpline counselors will go over your options and assist you with signing up. This is a free program. The Aging and Disability Resource Center of the Capital Area also offers the state’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program — another good resource for seniors seeking long-term care.
You can sign up for Medicare online or download enrollment forms to take to your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office.
Georgetown resident Medicare resources
Social Security Administration Office
3010 Williams Drive
Georgetown, TX 78628
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Texas Medicare Helpline
Phone: 800-252-9240
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
6800 Burleson Road, Building 310, Suite 165
Austin, TX 78744
Phone: 512-916-6054
Williamson County Ombudsman: Pete Moreno
Email: cpmoreno@capcog.org
Assisted living facilities (ALF) are defined as facilities that provide room and board, personal care, supervision, and medication administration to residents. ALFs must provide a copy of the Residents’ Bill of Rights to each resident and post it in an easy-to-spot area. When a resident moves in, an individualized service plan (ISP) must be completed within two weeks to outline the type of care the resident needs and how they will receive it.
Assisted living facilities in Texas are subject to licensing requirements and regulations. The facilities are regulated under this Texas Administrative Code and this Health and Safety Code.
The state Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for licensing and inspecting ALFs. There are two types of licenses granted to ALFs: Type A and Type B. A Type A license is for facilities whose residents don’t generally need help during the night and can follow directions in case of an emergency. A Type B license is for facilities whose residents do need help during the night and would need help to evacuate during an emergency.
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services inspects assisted living facilities every two years on average. The inspections ensure compliance in two major areas: health and life safety code. The health aspect ensures staffing levels are appropriate, training has occurred as it should, and staff members have passed criminal background checks. It also looks for anything else that could negatively impact the health of the residents. The life safety code check makes sure the facility itself is taking proper precautions against emergencies like fires.
Texas provides this long-term care provider search portal so you can view inspection reports, complaint information, and more about assisted living facilities.
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
North Austin Complex
4601 W. Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751
Phone: 512-424-6500
There are no COVID-19 prevention mandates for assisted living communities in Georgetown. Coronavirus information is provided on the city website, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has guidelines for preventing COVID-19.
COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly encouraged by the CDC.
The city of Georgetown no longer mandates face masks to be worn; however, assisted living facilities may require them if they so choose.
The CDC encourages improving airflow and ventilation in buildings to help keep the virus in check.
The CDC recommends isolating if you have tested positive or have symptoms of COVID-19. Once a negative test result has been achieved, the isolation can end.
Access to great health care, a friendly environment, and beautiful surroundings are all great reasons to love assisted living in Georgetown.
A Place for Mom partners with 10 assisted living facilities in the Georgetown area. Just one of those facilities is a standalone assisted living facility. Two are independent living communities that offer assisted living as well. Four assisted living facilities we partner with also provide memory care, and three are a combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Nearly all of our partner assisted living facilities offer restaurant-style dining, as well as cater to dietary needs. Vegetarian options are available at more than half of our partner facilities, while 70% provide low- or no-sodium options.
With an activity director on staff at all our partner facilities, there will be no shortage of fun to be had. For starters, all our facility partners throw a party for resident birthdays and celebrate holidays. Almost all offer day trips to Georgetown sites, bring in live music and host happy hours, art classes, yoga, trivia games, picnics, and more. If that’s not enough, you can always hang out with friends in the game rooms or movie rooms that are available at 80% of our partner facilities.
Some assisted living facilities feature private patios and balconies where you can try to catch a glimpse of Lake Georgetown. Many assisted living facilities have outdoor walking paths and common areas to sit and enjoy company or the view. There are even some facilities with outdoor swimming pools.
At our partner assisted living facilities, you’ll get all the personal assistance you need, from help with daily activities to chores like housekeeping and laundry being taken care of. All of our partner facilities have full medication management available, as well as visiting physical, occupational, and speech therapists and podiatrists. While nearly all our partners have visiting nurses, more than half offer nursing right on-site and have a doctor on call.
The close proximity of Texas to the Southern border means a lot of opportunities to find Spanish-speaking options in your assisted living facility if you need them. In fact, 70% of the facilities we partner with have Spanish-speaking staff, and another 10% have staff that speak Filipino.
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Austin, the capital of Texas, is overflowing with high-quality health care options, and since Georgetown is less than 30 miles down the road, you can feel good about knowing there are plenty of great options close at hand.
As Georgetown’s own hospital, residents have access to 24-hour emergency care in this level IV trauma center. You can view live ER wait times online to make things easier if you need to be seen right away.
U.S. News & World Report has placed this facility in the high-performing category for procedures and conditions related to nephrology, cardiology, neurology, and three other categories.
Providing 24/7 access to emergency care, Round Rock’s Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital is within a 10-miles radius of downtown Georgetown making it a great care option. COPD and stroke care are two of the three areas in the hospital that earned high-performance ratings from U.S. News & World Report.
Getting around Georgetown won’t be a chore for residents of our partner assisted living facilities since they all provide free transportation. There are additional options in town if you need them.
You can get around Central Texas by hopping on the CARTS bus service. CARTS operates on fixed routes and even offers half-price fares to seniors who are 65+ and those with disabilities. That makes a monthly pass only $44. You can also pay per ride, which would just be a dollar each way.
If you need a paratransit service, Georgetown has GoGeo. However, availability is limited to weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can apply for GoGeo by filling out this paper application; or if you’re 65, you get to skip the application process and simply sign up by calling 512-478-RIDE.
A volunteer program called Faith in Action’s Driving Seniors not only offers door-to-door service to seniors, but it also has what it calls door-through-door service. That means the volunteer driver will not only pick you up and take you where you want to go, but he or she will also accompany you. You do have to call at least three days in advance to ask for a ride (five days if you want to go out of town). Wheelchairs cannot be accommodated if a senior isn’t able to transfer themselves into the vehicle since volunteers are using their personal vehicles for this service.
If you’re thinking about getting around on foot at all, that’s not a great idea unless you are in the downtown area or the Old Town District. Georgetown doesn’t rank highly for being walker and biker friendly, scoring only 23 and 35, respectively, on a scale of 100, according to Walk Score, which grades the walkability of cities across the nation.[04]
Seniors and their loved ones will have no trouble finding plenty to keep them busy in Georgetown. From local shopping and festivals to performing arts and gorgeous parks, it doesn’t matter what your interests are, Georgetown has you covered.
Georgetown is known for its cultural events, like the annual Red Poppy Festival, which celebrates the city’s status as the “Red Poppy Capital of Texas.” This 3-day celebration features a parade, car show, artisan market, food vendors, and plenty of live music.
The annual Blazin’ Beer Crawl is a go-at-your-own-pace event featuring local craft beer and spicy snacks. The annual Christmas Stroll is a festive celebration that brings in food trucks and live music, features a Christmas parade, and makes sure local shops stay open late so you can get your holiday shopping done.
It’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places, so it’s no wonder that Georgetown bills itself as having the most beautiful town square in all of Texas. With its Victorian architecture and local flavor, you’d be hard-pressed not to find something you love.
If you love classic cars, don’t miss Pistons on the Square every third Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Muscle cars, antique cars, and motorcycles will line up for viewing. The second Saturday of each month is reserved for Market Days on the Square, which features booths full of arts and crafts, fun food, and live music.
When there’s not a special event, the square is still really special! It’s packed with locally owned shops, restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, and more. While you’re there, take the free tour of the gorgeous neoclassical Williamson County courthouse that was fully restored in 2007.
The Georgetown Palace Theatre opened in 1925 to show silent films and was renovated in 1936 in the Art Deco style. Today, it’s been restored to its full glory and is home to concerts, plays, and more. The theater goes to great lengths to make sure everyone can fully participate and enjoy the show!
Each play features an American Sign Language night for the hearing impaired, as well as an audio description for people with vision impairments. This is a verbal commentary that explains what’s happening on stage when there is no dialogue (without disrupting the show). An inductive hearing loop can also deliver what’s being said directly into hearing aids that have T-Coils. Free adaptive performances also take place that are shortened and sensory-friendly.
Start out by strolling the banks of the San Gabriel River and enjoying the shade of the centuries-old oak trees at San Gabriel Park. If you want to plan out a stroll, use this interactive parks and trails map to decide where to go. Lake Georgetown is another popular stop. You can just take in the waterfront views or cast a line for some bass, flathead, and channel cat.
If you want to go out for a meal, snack, or just a sweet treat, you are in luck because Georgetown is packed with stellar options. Stop by Galaxy Bakery, where the giant cupcakes are out of this world! Indulge in a wild concoction at The Yard Milkshake Bar or swirl a glass at the award-winning Georgetown Winery. Enjoy one of the area’s many craft breweries, like the Barking Armadillo or Rentsch Brewery.
If you’re looking for a delicious meal, check out the Monument Cafe. This 1940s-style diner featuring farm-to-table food was featured on Food Network when Guy Fieri and Matthew McConaughey stopped by for an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
Tiffin House, The Isle at Cedar Ridge and Spanish Oak Assisted Living are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Georgetown, TX. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in Georgetown is $5,130 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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