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Assisted living costs in Gunter average about $5,373 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 336 communities in Gunter. Our detailed directory has 9013 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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
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.
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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, Residential Care Home
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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.
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementia’s are some of the most difficult that a family must make. Oak Hollow Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is specially designed and devoted exclusively to the care of those suffering from this disease and other memory loss. We are a...
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Gunter, TX

The average cost of senior living in Gunter is $5,373 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitesboro, TX with an average of $4,164 per month.

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

Gunter, TX
$5,373/mo
$4,893/mo

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

Gunter, TX
$5,373/mo
$4,844/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,373/mo
$5,769/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,972/mo
Studio
$4,385/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,225/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,763/mo

Senior living costs in Gunter vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gunter, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGunter, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$5,373/mo$4,844/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,769/mo$5,020/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$4,804/mo$4,327/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Gunter, TX:$5,373/mo
Texas:$4,844/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Gunter, TX:$5,769/mo
Texas:$5,020/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Gunter, TX:$4,804/mo
Texas:$4,327/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gunter, 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 Gunter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gunter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gunter

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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Mayberry Gardens in Garland, TX

4.7
These answers are based on the previous owners. It's only been a month or two since the new owner took over. I've been quite pleased over the past year. Management has always been quick to respond to any problems. They maintain quality personnel who have such loving personalities. I won't say ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the attentiveness and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Club Hill, Mustang Creek Estates Keller, and Autumn Leaves, where residents and their families have praised the staff for going above and beyond to make sure their loved ones a ...
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Friendly and accommodating community atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at communities, like Pecan Point, Brookdale Watauga, and Appletree Court, A Vitality Living Community, where residents enjoy getting to know their neighbors and participating in social activities.
Delicious and diverse meal options. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of meal quality and variety in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Brookdale Eden Estates, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, and at Mustang Creek Estates Sachse, meals are a highlight for residents and thei ...
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Wide range of activities to suit diverse interests. Communities like Autumn Leaves, Mustang Creek Estates Frisco, and Mustang Creek Estates Keller offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, from movie nights and trivia games to outings to local attractions and fitness classes.
Properly maintained and clean facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent themes in reviews of various communities, including Cambridge Court Senior Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Summer Ridge, and Willow Bend Assisted Living and Memory Care, where residents appreciate the attention to detail in keeping both common areas ...
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Clear and effective communication between staff and families. Families value open and frequent communication with staff and caregivers to ensure that their loved ones are receiving the best possible care. Communities like Mustang Creek Estates Frisco, Vitality Court Texas Star, and Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care prioritize transparency and ...
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Gunter review score based on 1,626 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1626 reviews of 285 Gunter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gunter 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

Gunter review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gunter, TX285 facilities
8.4
Dorchester, TX293 facilities
7.2
Tioga, TX12 facilities

Review subcategories for Gunter 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 1,626 reviews of 285 Gunter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gunter 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.
Gunter, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
3.9
Friendliness
4.2
4.0
Care services
3.9
3.6
Staff
4.0
3.9
Meals & dining
3.8
3.5
Activities
3.7
3.5
Value for cost*
3.9
3.6
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Gunter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gunter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gunter, 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 Gunter 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 Gunter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gunter, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.8%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.9%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Gunter 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 Gunter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gunter, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.1%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.2%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gunter 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 Gunter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gunter, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.2%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
56.5%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Gunter 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 Gunter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gunter, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.3%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
58.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.1%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gunter 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 Gunter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gunter, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.2%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.3%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.6%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.5%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.3%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
70.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
50.9%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.2%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gunter

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 Gunter protect seniors.
Learn about Texas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Avalon Memory Care - Allen, Avalon Memory Care - Royal Circle and Avalon Memory Care - Keller are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gunter, Texas. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Gunter, Texas are Avalon Memory Care - Allen, Avalon Memory Care - Royal Circle and Avalon Memory Care - Keller. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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