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10 Best Nursing Homes in Houston County, TX

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Houston County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 38 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Houston County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Houston County is about $3,664, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 171 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Weeping Mary, Arbor and Pennington.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Houston County, TX

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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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Cost of nursing homes in Houston County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Houston County is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trinity, TX with an average of $3,474 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Houston County, TX vs. nearby counties

Houston County, TX
$3,664/mo
$3,566/mo
$3,644/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Houston County, TX vs. the state and national average

Houston County, TX
$3,664/mo
$4,785/mo
U.S. national average
$4,869/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Houston County vs. other types of senior living

$3,714/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,664/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Houston County, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$3,578/mo
Studio
$3,773/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,145/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,291/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Houston County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Houston County

Dogwood Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care in Palestine, TX

4.0
Very friendly staff. Memory care area a bit isolated but rooms nice and large. Food in memory care was not that great and served on paper plates and didn't seem very nutritious. Director was very nice and easy to work with.

Brookdale Palestine

4.9
Brookdale Palestine is the BEST. They treat the patients like family. I have been at peace knowing they will take care of my sister. The staff are wonderful with the patients. I have had my sister in several facilities. AND HANDS DOWN BROOKDALE PALESTINE IS THE BEST. The food is awesome. They ...
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Carriage Inn at Huntsville

4.8
Carriage Inn is a wonderful facility. It is very clean and has great amenities. The only concerm I have is with the person running the facility. They can be rude and impatient at times and not very accommodating. Aside from that I would not have any problem recommending this place. It is a ...
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Houston County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Houston County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Houston 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 Houston County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Houston County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Houston County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.1%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
65.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Houston County nursing homes

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 Houston County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Houston County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.5%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Houston County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Houston County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Houston County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Houston County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Houston County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Houston County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Houston County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Houston County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Houston County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Inn at Huntsville, Enchanted Pines and Livingston Manor are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Houston County, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 38 nursing homes facilities near Houston County, Texas. See the full list.

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