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Assisted living costs in Santa Elena average about $4,301 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 12 communities in Santa Elena. Our detailed directory has 68 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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Photo of The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
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55 Floor plans available
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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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Photo of Avalon Memory Care - Edinburg
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33 Floor plans available
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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
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.
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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Photo of Waterford Gardens on Griffin Parkway
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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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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...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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
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.
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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
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.
Photo of The Woodlands Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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.
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Photo of La Jarra Ranch Senior Living
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Santa Elena, TX

The average cost of senior living in Santa Elena is $4,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elias-Fela Solis, TX with an average of $3,980 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Elena, TX vs. nearby cities

Santa Elena, TX
$4,301/mo
$4,372/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Elena, TX vs. the state and national average

Santa Elena, TX
$4,301/mo
$4,760/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Elena vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,301/mo
$4,443/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Santa Elena, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$3,790/mo
Private
$3,800/mo
Studio
$4,863/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,350/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,300/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Santa Elena, 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 Santa Elena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Elena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Elena

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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Santa Elena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Elena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Elena, 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 Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santa Elena, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Elena, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Elena, TXNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Elena, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Elena, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
9.1%
45.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
9.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
9.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
9.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Elena

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 Santa Elena protect seniors.

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