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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Smiley, TX
Assisted living costs in Smiley average about $4,191 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 50 communities in Smiley. Our detailed directory has 915 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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Three years ago I placed both of my parents in assisted living at Sage Springs. My mom was admitted into the memory care unit, where she received very good care from all the staff. They were very patient and...
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.
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: 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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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.
48 spacious living accommodations make up the Golden Age Assisted Living facility. Golden Age Home Assisted living is the perfect arrangement for those who may no longer be able to live safely at home but need only a little assistance to live life to the fullest.In the late 1950s it became...
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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.
Colonial Manor Care Center has been serving the community for more than 40 years. Located in the historic town of New Braunfels, on the IH 35 Corridor, we are close to several local hospitals as well as hospitals in San Antonio and Austin. We provide a separate wing for Women and Men on our...
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.
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: 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
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.
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: 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.
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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Our experience with Brooks Home for Seniors has been a good one, so far! It's a nice looking, well kept community, and one of the cleanest places I've ever seen! The people are friendly, 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.
Brooks Home For SeniorsBrooks Home For Seniors is a senior residential care home located in the larger city of San Antonio, TX and in Medina county. San Antonio is situated in southern central Texas and is known for its richness in cultural and historical heritage. The boardwalk of the San...
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I like most their attention to the residents. They get a lot of interaction. I like least that our resident doesn't seem to be happy and I can't tell if that's just him or not.
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.
Heart to Heart Residential Care Home is a senior care home located in the historic city of San Antonio, Texas, in the county of Bexar. Our quaint community is located in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood. The eclectic city of San Antonio is located in the southwestern corner, known as the Texas...
Cost of assisted living in Smiley, TX
The average cost of senior living in Smiley is $4,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Karnes City, TX with an average of $3,441 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiley, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiley, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiley vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Smiley, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Smiley, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Smiley
Recent reviews for assisted living in Smiley
New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Floresville
4.6
We chose New Haven because it was a newer facility and we had experience with the company before. It is also a nice, small, homey facility with only 16 residents, so it is better personalized care. The room sizes here are large. It is very friendly place out in the country far from the city and ...
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Volante of Sage Spring in San Marcos, TX
4.1
We went with them because the layout of building, it's one story-which we liked better, the staff we were introduced to (but I think they are a bit understaffed, honestly), the location ( easy to get to without having to sit in I35 traffic) and the facility grounds (they aren't surrounded by ...
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New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Cibolo in Schertz, TX
5.0
Our Mom has been a resident at Schertz New Haven for 1 1/2 years. She is 99 yr old and very active. Of course, she didn't want to give up her home and independence, but a fall made living at home no longer safe. New Haven staff made her feel so welcome the minute she entered the building. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at different communities, such as Sodalis Victoria Assisted Living and Esplanade Gardens, where they are praised for their encouragement and attentiveness towards residents' needs.
Nice and clean facilities. Reviews consistently point out the cleanliness of various communities, including Brookdale San Marcos South and Elan Westpointe, where residents appreciate the tidiness of both common areas and their personal spaces.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Several reviews highlight the importance of good food in enhancing residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as seen at Brookdale New Braunfels and The Blake at New Braunfels, where they praise the quality and variety of meals served.
Engaging activities for residents. Communities like Sodalis Victoria Assisted Living and The Legacy at Forest Ridge offer diverse activities to keep residents engaged and active, including social events, games, and hobbies.
Personalized care and attention. Personalized care and support are essential for seniors, and communities like Sodalis Victoria Assisted Living and Sodalis Windcrest at San Antonio are commended for their dedicated caregivers who take the time to understand and cater to each resident's unique needs.
Welcoming environment for families. Families play a crucial role in their loved ones' lives, and communities such as Graceland at Garden Ridge and The Blake at New Braunfels are praised for their openness and inclusivity towards family involvement
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Smiley review score based on 179 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 179 reviews of 43 Smiley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Smiley 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
Smiley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Smiley 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 179 reviews of 43 Smiley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Smiley 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.Smiley, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Smiley assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiley, 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 Smiley 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 Smiley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.5%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Smiley 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 Smiley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiley 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 Smiley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiley 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 Smiley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiley, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
37.2%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiley 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 Smiley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiley, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Smiley
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 Smiley protect seniors.
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Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Nacogdoches and Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Smiley, Texas. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Smiley, Texas are Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care and Brookdale San Marcos North. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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