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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Houston, TX

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Assisted living costs in South Houston average about $4,720 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 27 communities in South Houston. Our detailed directory has 415 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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Tender Care Assisted Living has been unbelievably accommodating to all of our special needs and requests, and we have had a lot. The staff is really caring. They have wonderful people there that will do...
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: 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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Cost of assisted living in South Houston, TX

The average cost of senior living in South Houston is $4,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baytown, TX with an average of $4,449 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Houston, TX vs. nearby cities

South Houston, TX
$4,718/mo
$4,712/mo

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

South Houston, TX
$4,718/mo
$4,760/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Houston vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,718/mo
$4,970/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Houston, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,726/mo
Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$4,709/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,828/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,893/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Houston, 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 South Houston.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Houston

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Houston

The Tradition - Woodway in Houston, TX

4.9
The staff is great, if you can afford the community it is beautiful. The community is flexible and accommodating and the community has gone above and beyond. Communication is great and they keep us well informed and updated. I have the cell numbers of everyone and they are all very quick to ...
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Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX

5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.

Serenity Gardens Friendswood

4.7
The atmosphere is positive at Serenity Garden. As small as the staff is they work hard. The room was great for our loved one. The food was good. I initially saw board games, and I didn't see them on return visits. The community did try to get the residents involved in different ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Parsons House La Porte, Brookdale Pearland, and Sodalis Deer Park, where residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term friendships and genuine care provided by community c ...
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Individually catered meals. Several residents and their families report being pleased with the quality of meals at places like The Reserve at Pasadena, Trinity Oaks of Pearland, and Sodalis Deer Park, where individual dietary needs and preferences are accommodated, and the food is described as good or even excellent. ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like Discovery Village Clear Lake, Parsons House La Porte, and Reunion Court of Clear Lake offer a variety of activities tailored to residents' interests, with movies, games, outings, and social events providing opportunities for residents to engage and stay active.
Supportive and communicative staff. Families praise the open and responsive communication between staff and residents at communities such as Trinity Oaks of Pearland, The Harbor Assisted Living, and Proverbial Care, where staff are approachable and keep families informed about their loved ones' care and daily activities.
Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Reviews consistently note the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities at communities like The Reserve at Pasadena, Trinity Oaks of Pearland, and Sodalis Deer Park, where residents appreciate the well-maintained living spaces, common areas, and outdoor grounds.
Comforting and homelike atmosphere. Reviews from The Harbor Assisted Living, Discovery Village Clear Lake, and Trinity Oaks of Pearland convey the warm and welcoming atmosphere of these communities, where residents feel at home and comfortable among friends and caring staff.
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South Houston review score based on 96 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 26 South Houston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Houston 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

South Houston review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
South Houston, TX26 facilities
8.7
Pasadena, TX22 facilities
8.5
Galena Park, TX16 facilities

Review subcategories for South Houston 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 96 reviews of 26 South Houston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Houston 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.
South Houston, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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South Houston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Houston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Houston, 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 South Houston 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 South Houston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Houston, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.6%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Houston 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 South Houston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Houston, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Houston 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 South Houston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Houston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Houston 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 South Houston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Houston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Houston 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 South Houston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Houston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Houston

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 South Houston protect seniors.

Learn about Texas Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Westchase, The Cottages at Clear Lake and Proverbial Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Houston, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 27 assisted living facilities near South Houston, Texas. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South Houston, Texas are Atria Westchase, Proverbial Care and Orchard Park at Southfork. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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