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Assisted living costs in Wood County average about $4,004 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in Wood County. Our detailed directory has 760 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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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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.
Photo of Colonial Lodge Assisted Living
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Wood County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Wood County is $4,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Vernon, TX with an average of $3,260 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wood County, TX, vs. nearby counties

Wood County, TX
$4,004/mo
$4,039/mo
$4,045/mo

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

Wood County, TX
$4,004/mo
$4,740/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Wood County, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,004/mo
$4,004/mo

Assisted living costs in Wood County, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,748/mo
Studio
$3,910/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,475/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,302/mo

Senior living costs in Wood County 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: Wood County, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWood County, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,004/mo$4,740/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,004/mo$4,899/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$3,840/mo$4,220/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Wood County, TX:$4,004/mo
Texas:$4,740/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Wood County, TX:$4,004/mo
Texas:$4,899/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Wood County, TX:$3,840/mo
Texas:$4,220/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wood County, 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 Wood County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wood County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wood County

Wesley House Assisted Living and Wesley Oaks in Gilmer, TX

4.5
Our experience with Wesley House has been very positive. They seem to be very nice people. I have not met a single person that that did not have a smile on their face. I have not noticed anything that they could do to improve. It is a very nice place with very nice people.

Prestige Estates in Tyler, TX

5.0
My mom has been at Prestige for a couple of months. Although it’s a hard transition to go from your home to assisted living I feel that the staff went way beyond to make that as comfortable as possible. I love the staff , facility & the food is great. On a scale of 1-5 I would gladly give them a ...
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Countryside Senior Living and Memory Care Athens

4.7
There has been changes in management. The staff is very nice and supportive. My loved one seems, to like it there. The staff is very accomodating and friendly. The only issue, is when I was unable to get a copy of the bill. The activities seems to be okay, and my loved one often exercises.

Wood County review score based on 138 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 138 reviews of 54 Wood County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wood County 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

Wood County review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Wood County, TX54 facilities
7.5
Quitman, TX64 facilities
7.3
Mineola, TX65 facilities

Review subcategories for Wood County 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 138 reviews of 54 Wood County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wood County 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.
Wood County, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.8
Friendliness
4.0
3.8
Care services
3.6
3.5
Staff
3.9
3.7
Meals & dining
3.5
3.4
Activities
3.5
3.4
Value for cost*
3.5
3.4
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Wood County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wood County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wood County, 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 Wood County 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 Wood County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wood County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.3%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.5%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.4%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wood County 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 Wood County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wood County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.7%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.9%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wood County 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 Wood County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wood County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.2%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wood County 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 Wood County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wood County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.3%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
46.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.3%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wood County 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 Wood County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wood County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.7%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wood County

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