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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ponder, TX
Assisted living costs in Ponder average about $4,966 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 424 communities in Ponder. Our detailed directory has 10533 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
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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.
We encourage all residents (with the help of family members) to furnish their own bedrooms. It is important to be able to have their prized possessions surrounding them, the secure realization that they really are living at home, instead of a 'home-like' setting. In the living room and family...
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This company is great! Sue came out for a two-hour interview for the care that I needed and how she would provide the care I was looking for. There was no charge for the interview. They sent a very caring...
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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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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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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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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
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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.
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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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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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, 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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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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The Mulberry House 3 is a very nice and clean community. The owners are amazing. The staff is very friendly and caring. I have had several issues of concern. One was resolved and one is is the type of...
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.
Assisted Living with Private Rooms - Choosing to place your loved one in a senior care facility is a difficult decision. At The Mulberry House Assisted Living, we focus on making the transition as comfortable and pleasant for your loved one as possible. Operated in Collin County since 1998, our...
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
Silver Leaf Assisted Living at WillowCreek Circle is located in Allen, TX in Collen County. We offer you support from a staff that is there for you at all times in a group home setting. Our staff is available seven days a week and at all hours of the day and night, so that you can know that you...
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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We are really pleased in general with The Jackson @ Woodhurst. We especially like Martha, the business manager. She is quite cheerful and perky. The visiting nurses have done a better job than the hospital...
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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 do not know how to fully express my appreciation to [name removed] and her staff at Lake West Assisted Living. What makes this facility stand far above all others is how much they truly care about each...
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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.
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.
For over 60 years, Hilltop Haven has been a PROVEN AND TRUSTED NAME IN SKILLED NURSING AND RETIREMENT LIVING. Hilltop Haven and Howard Apartments are members of the Christian Care Centers family of senior living communities, currently serving more residents in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and...
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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 Ponder, TX
The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $4,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Corral City, TX with an average of $4,698 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponder, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ponder, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ponder, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ponder
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ponder
Brookdale Richland Hills (MC)
4.0
The experience here has been a struggle from time to time. Mostly having to do with keeping Dad showered and shaved. And his room is nearly always a mess. And of course we don't know if he has messed things up right after they have cleaned or not. But we give the staff the benefit of the doubt ...
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Juniper Village at Preston Hollow in Dallas, TX
5.0
So many of staff here have been with the community for many years!
The Chef has been there 15 years! You know the food is good if he is still there.
The Med Tech has been there 9 years!
The care staff, I saw some had been there over 10 years.
All in all, friendly, caring and great care.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. For example, at Autumn Leaves, the staff go out of their way to make residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met. The administrative staff, such as [name removed ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Meadowood Assisted Living and Memory Care, for example, activities like Bible study, bingo, and happy hour help keep residents engaged and active. The social director, [name removed], goes above and beyon ...
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Properly cleaned and updated living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Brookdale Lake Highlands, for example, appreciate the well-designed rooms, including a sitting room with a kitchenette and a nicely furnished bedroom. The c ...
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Thoughtful and proactive communication. Families appreciate clear and effective communication between their loved ones and the community staff. At Spring Creek Assisted Living, for instance, the director, [name removed], is known for being responsive and proactive in addressing concerns and maintaining open lines of communication wi ...
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Supportive and compassionate care. Several communities offer high-quality care for their residents, with staff members who go the extra mile to accommodate their needs. At Mustang Creek Estates Frisco, for example, the caregivers are attentive to residents' physical and emotional needs, and the nursing staff is available 24/7 t ...
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Flexible and accommodating dining options. Residents and their families value the flexibility and variety of dining options at their communities. At Martin Crest Assisted Living and Memory Care, for instance, the meals are restaurant-style and offer numerous choices, ensuring that there is something for everyone. The staff is also acco ...
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Ponder review score based on 2,006 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 2006 reviews of 388 Ponder assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ponder 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
Ponder review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ponder 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 2,006 reviews of 388 Ponder assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ponder 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.Ponder, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Ponder assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponder, 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 Ponder 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 Ponder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.6%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.6%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.7%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ponder 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 Ponder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.3%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ponder 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 Ponder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.9%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
59%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.9%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Ponder 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 Ponder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.6%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.5%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
57.7%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponder 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 Ponder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponder, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.8%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.2%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
69.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
45.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.8%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ponder
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 Ponder protect seniors.
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