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Houston is the largest city in Texas, making it home to a variety of senior care options, including nursing homes, which is commonly used as a blanket term to refer to a breadth of senior living facilities. However, nursing homes are actually a specific type of facility that only provide skilled nursing care — the highest level of medical care available outside of a hospital. These skilled nursing homes or units are for individuals requiring 24-hour medical observation or rehabilitative services. If your loved one doesn’t require the 24/7 skilled nursing care provided in a nursing home or skilled nursing unit and only needs personal care services, they may instead benefit from an assisted living community.

Many assisted living and memory care communities also offer skilled nursing services on-site, in the event of resident illness, hospice, or recovery after a medical procedure. A Place for Mom partners with 35 assisted living and memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of downtown Houston. These communities offer supportive services for seniors, including assistance with activities of daily living, medication reminders, dining plans, social programming, and other services to support continued health and well-being. This guide includes details on those partner communities as well as hyperlocal care resources specifically for Houston’s senior population.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Houston, TX

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Photo of The Heritage of Clearlake
33 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.0
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40 reviews
8.0
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40 reviews
5 star
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The staff is more caring and empathetic. The facilities seem better cared for. The attendants are more attentive. The day workers get involved in helping shift staff with meals and activities so the...
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia at The Heritage of Clear Lake assisted living memory care in Houston, Texas. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.At The...
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Photo of The Villas of SCR at Cinco Ranch
99 Photos available
8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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26 reviews
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My father has been at this facility for 4 months. He did not need dementia care, but needed 24 hour care along with peg tube management/feedings etc. after a hip replacement. The attention he has received...
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.
IT'S A NEW DAY FOR MEMORY CARE! WE'VE REVOLUTIONIZED MEMORY CARE WITH YOUR LOVED ONE IN MIND.ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A VIBRANT HOME FILLED ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOUR LOVED ONE WILL THRIVE?Come experience The Villas of SCR at Cinco Ranch. Our resident-centered designed community is purpose-built for...
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1010 Photos available
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10
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The Landing at Woodland Lakes has been an incredible choice for my grandmother. The staff’s ability to handle complex needs like second-person assists and diabetic management, along with their 24-hour...
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.
Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities at Landing at Woodland Lakes. We offer customized levels of care, at-your-service amenities, and a way of life designed for your pleasure. You'll never want to leave once you experience the resort lifestyle of Landing at Woodland Lakes, and you...
Photo of The Landing at Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.9
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79 reviews
9.9
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79 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the physical therapy staff, the housekeeping staff, the assisted care staff, and the cooks.
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.
Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities that await you at Landing Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch. Customized levels of care, at-your-service amenities, a way of life designed for your pleasure. Once you experience the resort lifestyle of Landing Watercrest Shadow Creek Ranch, you’ll...
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22 Floor plans available
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9.8
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56 reviews
9.8
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56 reviews
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I am so glad they did have a room for my wife. Staff, management, LVNs, caregivers, food service, and cleaning crew members are second to none. The activities add so much to the community.
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.
The Auberge at Sugar Land is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our tenured staff is committed to delivering a quality of care that meets the resident's physical, social, spiritual and...
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3636 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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34 reviews
9.8
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34 reviews
5 star
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The building and décor are beautiful and create a welcoming environment. However, my husband is in memory care, and while there is an activity schedule posted each day, the activities are often not carried...
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.
Worthington Manor is a community where seniors choose to live – a grand, warm, and welcoming home, where residents want to invite friends and family to gather. With an emphasis on resident-centered choices, Worthington Manor focuses on a holistic approach to wellness, in an environment that...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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105 reviews
9.8
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105 reviews
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My mom enjoys living at The Wellington. It's clean, quiet and peaceful. All staff are friendly and helpful. There encourage a lot of independence in their independent living - you can even paint your...
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.
Find a new you at The Wellington at Conroe, offering Independent Living and Assisted Living services in Conroe, Texas. Our community invites residents to appreciate the benefit of living in a community that puts you first. Residents choose from a number of floor plans, all of which strike the...
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2424 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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50 reviews
9.7
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50 reviews
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Very experienced and effective team. They provide excellent service and truly know what they're doing. Highly recommend—5 stars!
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.
The Heritage of Cy-Fair in Houston, Texas, is proud to provide exceptional assisted living memory care that truly makes a difference in our resident's lives. Our exclusive focus is on providing the best, research-based assisted living memory care for people with Alzheimer's or another form of...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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121 reviews
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121 reviews
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The Waterford is an excellent place for my mom. The staff and crew have help make the transition smooth and seamless. We recommend them to anyone looking for a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Discover convenient services and compassionate care at The Waterford at Baytown in Baytown, TX, a charming and close-knit city located on Texas' scenic Gulf Coast. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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Photo of Regal Estates of League City
2121 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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141 reviews
9.7
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The staff is very attentive to my MIL. They respond quickly and r very helpful. Also when I called they have been great at answering any questions I have or finding someone who can. We have used the shuttle...
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.
Located in South Shore Harbour, near the Texas Gulf Coast and southeast of Houston, Regal Estates offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to lakeside activities, the beaches of Galveston Island and the historic Space Center Houston, this peaceful and picturesque community...
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Photo of Carriage Inn Katy
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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106 reviews
9.7
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106 reviews
5 star
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Embark on the best years of your life at Carriage Inn. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover our LOVE, FUN and WOW! Our convenient location in Katy is within easy reach of Brookshire, Rosenburg, Sugarland and the I-10 corridor. Imagine a cruise ship on land, where you can live...
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1717 Photos available
9.7
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244 reviews
9.7
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244 reviews
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Five on all. I have nothing but good things to say about the Dallas. It's the best experience I've had with any type of care for my mom so far. The transition from long-term care to so Dallas, which is...
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.
Welcome to Sodalis Texas City, located in Texas City, Texas, offering exceptional assisted living options for seniors in the Houston area.Sodalis Texas City is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:Private and shared...
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Photo of The Delaney at South Shore
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.7
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51 reviews
9.7
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51 reviews
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Some of the best features are, the friendliness of the staff to residents and family and interaction between all of us. Clean, pleasant smell and attractive surroundings. Food is appealing and a varied diet,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The Delaney at South Shore is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food...
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Photo of Atria Cinco Ranch
1010 Photos available
2727 Floor plans available
9.6
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102 reviews
9.6
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102 reviews
5 star
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Staff knows everyone's names. Makes you feel very welcomed. Lots of different activities like dinning out sports games and plays or shopping sprees. The facility is always very clean and does not smell like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Located in the charming town of Katy, Atria Cinco Ranch is a senior living community where older people can live more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff. Included in the monthly rent, ReadyConnect conveniently bundles your in-apartment Wi-Fi, cable TV and phone. All...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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78 reviews
9.6
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78 reviews
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At this point I would say a 5 on 1-7. Maybe a 4 on value. Creekside is friendly, well organized and clean. They are totally on top of what the residents need medically and emotionally. I would absolutely...
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.
Creekside of Pearland, Texas, memory care is all we do. Our exclusive focus is on providing the best, research-based assisted living memory care for people with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.Every employee at Creekside is trained in memory care, because caring for those with dementia is...
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Photo of Brookdale Pearland
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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69 reviews
9.6
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69 reviews
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Staff was very nice and helpful. The entire facility is very clean. The room was very accommodating and a good size for 1 person. The food was good, the couple of times I ate with my husband. He only...
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.
You deserve to live your best life.If you’re living a mostly independent life, but need a little extra help with day-to-day activities, our senior living community might be the right fit for you.  With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it....
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Photo of Affectionate Care Assisted Living and Memory Care
99 Photos available
9.5
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30 reviews
9.5
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30 reviews
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Hello, I wanted write a review on a few things that made my experience awesome with Affectionate Care, I currently have a family member at this facility: 1. COMMUNICATION - When I reached out to their team...
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.
The Affectionate ExperienceWe know life is full of amazing events that needs to be celebrated and embraced (birthdays, holidays and family accomplishments). At affectionate care we take pride in assisting you with all of your activities of daily living so that you can focus on enjoying all of...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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99 reviews
9.5
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99 reviews
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Our mom was tired of taking care of her house alone and wanted to learn more about independent living. From the initial meeting with [name removed], she made our mom feel comfortable, valued, and important....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
The Village at The Woodlands Waterway blends scenic waterfront living with convenient access to shopping and dining. Residents enjoy quality amenities and personal service, including fine restaurant-style dining, social activities, and superb medical assistance.At The Village, residents can...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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43 reviews
9.5
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43 reviews
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The care staff are super lovely and supportive. If grandma doesn't want to do an activity they will still bring her the snack they were having with activities and some for me too The food kinda reminds me...
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.
When you walk into Parsons House Cypress, you feel like you are at home. A gracious living room, a fireplace, a beautiful backyard and friendly neighbors are just the beginning. Parsons House offers Assisted Living and Special Needs care. The day-to-day — that's what's important to us; and...
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1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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67 reviews
9.4
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67 reviews
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I'm very very happy with them. The food has improved because they got a new chef my husband's game 15 pounds he's walking his brain seems to have come back now that he's got nutrients in him and I can't...
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.
At Atria Sugar Land, you'll receive exceptional care from our tenured staff and enjoy many opportunities for entertainment and relaxation. Make new friends on weekly outings to restaurants, museums, and local attractions, including Houston Astros games and Historic Galveston. Entertain family on...
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9.4
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The assisted living side clean when I walk over. The memory side is clean but the covered patio could be swept. Breakfast per my mom good, lunch sometimes good other times ok, dinner is good. I think...
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.
When Someone You Love Needs More Care.Making decisions about your loved one's care is one of the hardest things you'll ever face. The guilt, the worry, the overwhelming fear of making the wrong choice—we understand all of it. At Ambria Assisted Living in Montgomery, Texas, we founded this...
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9.4
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9.4
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My brother is very happy. He likes the food and has made friends with some of the other residents. I'm sure that his care level will be increasing soon. Care seems to be the same.
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.
Proveer at Northgate is a community that serves seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia and their families in the Houston area. We honor the lives of our residents by meeting their needs and offering a fulfilling lifestyle with the hope that we also become an informative resource for their...
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2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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57 reviews
9.4
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57 reviews
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It is a great place, super care givers, very well managed. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The caregivers encourage activities such as jigsaw puzzles, word games, coloring pictures. There is always...
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.
Clayton Oaks Living is a community designed for senior residents which is located in the rustic town of Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas. Our captivating assisted living community is designed to provide freedom, independence, and choice, while still maintaining comfort, safety, and relaxation....
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3636 Photos available
9.4
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75 reviews
9.4
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75 reviews
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Based on our experience, all are 5's except cleanliness which I give a 4. The staff are professional, friendly, and warm. My mom loves the food and the activities are fun. I feel she is safe and being well...
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.
Sundale Senior Living-The Woodlands offers both assisted living and compassionate memory care in a peaceful wooded setting. We are located in The Woodlands, Texas. We are off Six Pines Dr. and Woodlands Parkway, just south of the Woodlands Mall and north of the Woodlands Country Club.Both our...
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1010 Photos available
9.3
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66 reviews
9.3
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66 reviews
5 star
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Affinity hospice care serves the cottages so the same people who came to our house now help with my husband. The cottages/hospice works closely with me concerning my husband's health. The staff works very...
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.
The Cottages are state-of-the-art certified assisted living residences for people living with Alzheimer's and other memory disorders. Under the direction of our highly qualified, 24-hour staff and access to 7 days-a-week nursing, we provide personal care assistance, medications supervision,...
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Costs of nursing homes in the Houston area

Houston nursing homes or skilled nursing facilities typically have increased costs due to the higher level of medical observation residents receive. However, pricing can still vary based on location, provided services, and your loved one’s specific care needs. Additionally, if your senior loved one doesn’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, you can save a significant amount of money by opting for an assisted living or memory care facility — where they’ll still receive care services, like assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and some basic skilled nursing services.

Take a look at the average costs of Houston nursing homes versus assisted living and memory care communities:

Nursing homes

  • Semi-private room: $5,262
  • Private room: $7,756 [01]

Assisted living communities

  • Semi-private room: $3,175
  • Private room: $4,461 [02]

Memory care communities

  • Semi-private room: $4,740
  • Private room: $5,762 [02]

Nursing homes costs in Houston, TX, vs. state and national averages

Houston, TX
$4,958/mo
$4,898/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Houston, TX, vs. other senior living options

$6,211/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,958/mo

Nursing homes costs in Houston, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,200/mo
Private
$5,731/mo

Senior living costs in Houston vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Houston, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHouston, TXTexasU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,958/mo$4,898/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$4,725/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,211/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,226/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Houston, TX:$4,958/mo
Texas:$4,898/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Houston, TX:$4,725/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Houston, TX:$6,211/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Houston, TX:$3,226/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Houston

Recent reviews for nursing homes in 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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Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land

5.0
5 on all of the above categories, it has been an excellent experience at Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land. The facility is very clean and the staff is very Godly, which meant a lot to our family. I absolutely recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living.

Avalon Memory Care - Cypress Creek in Houston, TX

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facility was clean and tidy. The staff called and kept me informed. The meals were simple and tasty. Move in was a breeze. I would highly recommend this facility.

How people pay for a nursing home or skilled nursing care in Houston

Seniors and families can pay for Houston nursing homes and senior care facilities using a combination of private pay methods and public pay options. Below, you’ll find several options and resources to help you understand how to pay for nursing home and senior care facilities.

Private pay methods in Houston

Private pay methods will depend on your loved one’s income sources. Sources may include a combination of investment returns, Social Security benefits, pensions, and savings accounts. Other options may include the following:

  • Selling a house. If your loved one is planning a move to a senior care facility, they may be looking to sell their house. Freed up cash from the sale could help fund their nursing home or senior living expenses.
  • Reverse mortgage. If selling a house isn’t an option, a reverse mortgage might prove useful, as it enables your loved one to borrow a loan from their home’s equity to fund senior care costs.
  • Health savings accounts. If your loved one was ever enrolled in a health savings account (HSA) program through their employer, they may use those funds to cover qualifying medical expenses, reducing the burden of senior care or nursing home costs.
  • Life insurance. Your loved one could sell, surrender, or borrow from their life insurance policy to help cover nursing home or senior living expenses. Check with the policy provider to learn about such options.
  • Long-term care insurance. If your loved one has long-term care insurance, they can use it to fund senior care services. Long-term care insurance policies vary in what they can cover, so it’s best practice to consult with your loved one’s provider to learn more.

Note: Texas is one of the few U.S. states without personal income tax, saving seniors from paying taxes on their Social Security benefits and other retirement income.[03,04]

Veterans benefits for nursing homes in Houston

Houston is in Harris County, which is known for having the highest veteran population in Texas. To advise and assist this large number of veterans, Houston offers a number of veterans programs, services, and clinics. The city even has a VA nursing home — Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home — for qualifying veterans to receive affordable, long-term skilled nursing care within an environment designed to accommodate their unique needs.

If a veteran qualifies for a VA pension, they can use those funds to pay for a senior care facility of their choice. Senior and/or disabled veterans that are enrolled in VA health care may also qualify for the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides additional funds that can be used to defray senior living costs. The following local resources serve Houston’s veteran population and can help your loved one access their eligible benefits.

59735

Number of veterans who live in Houston, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Percentage of Houston veterans age 65+, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Resources for Houston veterans

Harris County Veterans Services Department

The Harris County Veterans Services Department advocates for veterans and their families by offering assistance with compensation, pension, medical, educational, insurance, and burial benefits.

2929 McKinney St.
Houston, TX 77003
Phone: 281-876-6600
Email: vsdinfo@harriscountytx.gov

Veterans Affairs Houston Regional Office

Veterans Affairs Houston Regional Office website

6900 Almeda Road
Houston, TX 77030
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Amazing Soldiers, Inc.

Amazing Soldiers, Inc. is a Houston nonprofit dedicated to providing resources and reliable services to veterans in need of support or assistance.

3880 Greenhouse Road, Suite 409
Houston, TX 77084
Phone: 346-900-4551
Email: amazingsoldiers16@gmail.com

Texas Veterans Commission (TVC)

The Texas Veterans Commission advocates for Texas veterans and their families and surviving spouses. They offer eight programs dedicated to helping veterans obtain benefits, file claims, and more.

A Place for Mom Veterans Benefits Guide
Houston Medicaid for nursing homes

Medicaid is a joint state and federal program that provides health insurance to individuals with limited income and resources. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (also known as the HHSC or HHS) is the agency that runs the state’s Medicaid programs. The HHSC offers a number of programs through their local area agencies on aging (also known as AAAs) for seniors 60+, as well as other long-term care programs for low-income seniors. Texas also offers specific Medicaid programs for disabled seniors.

Houston seniors with Medicaid typically receive their coverage through the STAR+PLUS managed care program for 65+ adults and individuals with disabilities. The STAR+PLUS program covers some basic health care services and some skilled nursing services through agencies that have been licensed and certified by Texas Health and Human Services. To receive Medicaid within a nursing facility, residents must have an approved medical necessity, confirming that full-time services are required from a licensed nurse within a nursing facility.

Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver

If your loved one requires medically necessary care but would prefer to stay out of an institutional, stand-alone nursing home or skilled nursing unit, they may benefit from Medicaid’s Home and Community Based Services (or HCBS) waiver program. This waiver program can be used to pay for home health care services in the senior’s place of residence. The place of residence can include assisted living and memory care facilities as long as the facility is contracted by a Medicaid-managed care provider. This enables seniors to receive care within a setting of their choice, as opposed to an institutional setting. Texas Health and Human Services assesses an individual’s need for the HCBS program when they apply for Medicaid.

The Home and Community Based Services (or HCBS) waiver program can help cover the following:

  • Personal home care
  • Medical supplies
  • Dental services
  • Adaptive aids, such as eyeglasses, hearing aids, orthotic devices, and orthopedic shoes
  • Nursing services
  • Respite care
  • Cognitive rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapies [05]

To qualify for the Home and Community Based Services waiver, seniors must meet the following requirements:

  • Be 65 years of age or older
  • Require an institutional level of medical care, like that found in a nursing home
  • Have a monthly income of less than $2,523 individually or $5,046 as a couple [06]

Note: Not all Houston senior living facilities qualify as an HCBS setting under Medicaid. Qualifying facilities must be integrated into a greater community and provide opportunities for interested residents to seek work or volunteer, engage in local community life, control their personal resources, and receive services within the community. Check with your prospective community if you plan to use Medicaid to pay for care services.

There are many Medicaid resources throughout Houston. Below, you’ll find a few websites that can connect you to nearby offices for assistance with Medicaid applications and services. You’ll also find FAQs and an online application form.

Houston resident Medicaid resources

Find a Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) office

The Your Texas Benefits search tool and the HHSC services search tool can help you find an HHSC Medicaid benefits office near you.

Apply for Medicaid in Houston

You can apply for Medicaid online through the Your Texas Benefits website.

Medicaid FAQs for Houston
Medicare nursing home coverage in Houston

Medicare is a federal health insurance program for adults 65+ and individuals with disabilities. It covers skilled nursing care costs for a limited time. In the state of Texas, Medicare may fully cover up to 20 days in a nursing home or skilled nursing facility and partially cover up to 100 days. After the 100-day limit, Medicare is no longer responsible for any payments.[07]

If your loved one doesn’t require a nursing home level of medical care, Medicare will only help cover some associated medical care costs. The following programs can help your loved one save on Medicare costs and help them apply for benefits:

  • The Texas Medicare Savings Program helps cover some Medicare Parts A and B deductibles, premiums, copayments, and/or coinsurance. Part A covers hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing home, hospice care, and some home health care services, while Part B covers certain doctors’ services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services. Seniors must meet certain income requirements to qualify for this program.
  • Kidney Health Care is a Texas program that covers costs for some treatments, surgeries, medicines, and premiums for individuals with end-stage renal disease.
  • Texas Health Information, Counseling, and Advocacy Program (also known as HICAP) offers legal advice, referrals, and assistance to Texans who are 60+ and eligible for Medicare.

Below, you’ll find Houston Medicare resources, including local agencies, applications, and more, to help you learn about benefits and apply for them.

Houston resident Medicare resources

Online Medicare application

You can apply for Medicare benefits through the Social Security Administration website.

Texas Medicare Savings Programs application

This Medicare Savings Program PDF gives you the application as well as directions on how to apply. You can print the PDF or request a paper form by mail.

Find a Social Security Administration (SSA) office

Use this Social Security Office Locator to find your local Social Security office in Houston.

Find a local long-term care ombudsman

A local long-term care ombudsman advocates for residents’ rights in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities, in addition to helping families learn about their senior care options and payment methods.

Greg Shelley, Harris County Long-Term Care Ombudsman
6901 Bertner Ave., Suite 624
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: 715-500-9930
Email: Gregory.K.Shelley@uth.tmc.edu

Harris County Area Agency on Aging

The Harris County Area Agency on Aging is a part of the nationwide Aging Network, and it coordinates support services for adults 60+ and their caregivers.

Phone: 832-393-4301
Email: aging@houstontx.gov

Dual Medicare and Medicaid coverage for Houston residents

Texas enables its Medicare- and Medicaid-qualifying residents to receive dual coverage through one joint Medicare-Medicaid Plan (MMP) called the Dual Eligible Integrated Care Demonstration Project, commonly referred to as “the Demonstration.” With the Demonstration, the state of Texas aims to improve service coordination, enhance quality of care, eliminate cost shifting between Medicare and Medicaid, and reduce costs for the state and federal government.

To qualify for the Demonstration, seniors must meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Have Medicare Parts A, B, and D, and receive full Medicaid benefits
  • Be enrolled in Texas’ STAR+PLUS program for at least 30 days

If your loved one qualifies for dual coverage, they should be automatically enrolled and may choose to opt out of the Demonstration after they’ve been notified through a letter in the mail. For additional information on the Demonstration, you can email Managed_Care_Initiatives@hhsc.state.tx.us.

Understand Texas laws and regulations for nursing homes and senior care facilities

In the state of Texas, all assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing homes must be licensed and regulated by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (also known as the HHSC or HHS) before providing housing and care services to residents. Additionally, if a nursing home or senior care facility wishes to accept Medicaid or Medicare, it must be certified to do so by the HHSC. Below, you’ll find a summarized list of HHSC certification requirements for nursing homes and senior care facilities in Texas:

Resident admission processes

  • Using a doctor’s order, skilled nursing facilities must develop a person-centered care plan for each resident, and it must encompass the patient’s dietary, therapeutic, social, psychological, and daily care needs.[08,09]
  • In assisted living and memory care facilities, a similar procedure must be followed, except the facility is not required to use a doctor’s order for care plans. For memory care facilities, there must also be a specialized admissions process in place to identify a resident’s need for memory care services.[10]

Management and staffing requirements

  • Texas nursing homes and skilled nursing units are required to have licensed and registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, and nurse aids on staff. All nursing facilities must also meet specific staff-to-resident ratios (one on-site nurse for every 20 residents at all times).[11]
  • Assisted living facilities require a full-time manager on-site to oversee the facility’s daily operation. These managers are required to complete at least one 24-hour assisted living management course along with their staff.[12]
  • Memory care facility managers and staff members must continually participate in specialized memory care training in order to remain a licensed memory care facility.[13,14]

Safety and healthy environmental standards

  • A certified skilled nursing facility in Texas must meet design, construction, and equipment standards that support the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors. Each nursing facility must have safety equipment and emergency protocols for accidents, fires, or power outages.[15]
  • Both assisted living and memory care facilities are required to have similar provisions and protocols in place. Memory care facilities must have additional measures in place to prevent residents from harming themselves or wandering. All facilities must allow for safe access to fresh air and common areas for activities.[16]
  • Memory care facilities must designate an activities director to encourage socialization among residents. It’s required for the director to tailor activities based on each individual resident’s abilities. Directors must also arrange for special equipment in order to ensure that all residents can participate in activities.[17]

Nursing home and senior living facility inspections

Texas Health and Human Services performs inspections on all skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care facilities. These inspections are done approximately every two years and check for a facility’s compliance with the life safety code, physical plant requirements, and health code requirements.[18] The health code and life safety code include a survey of the following in nursing homes and senior care facilities:

  • Adequate staff-to-resident ratios
  • Employee background checks
  • Management of the facility
  • General construction of the facility
  • Safety and emergency features
  • Protection from hazardous areas
  • Documentation of fire drills, system checks, etc. [18]

Families can access a licensed community’s most recent inspection report and general facility information through the Texas Health and Human Services Long-term Care Provider Search. You can also email RSLTCR.RecordsMgmt@hhsc.state.tx.us to request any information not found on the site.

Nursing home reviews

In an effort to continually enhance the quality of care provided in Texas nursing homes, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission implemented a new Quality Monitoring Program (QMP) to monitor nursing facilities with a history of resident-care deficiencies. These QMPs are conducted by nurses, pharmacists, and dieticians. During their inspections, they may recommend the following:

  • Changes to a facility’s policies or procedures
  • The facility’s need for technical assistance
  • Staff trainings and education on evidence-based best practices

Another inspection effort, called the Nursing Facility Quality Review, was spearheaded by the former Department of Aging and Disability Services and the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing. These reviews were conducted every few years to identify problem areas and provide solutions in Medicaid-certified nursing facilities across the state. The primary goal was to assess clinical topics related to resident care, review medication management, and evaluate residents’ satisfaction with quality of care and quality of life within the facility. The most recent available report was published by the HHSC in 2017.

Families can also visit the federal Medicare website to compare and contrast ratings, staffing practices, and overall quality of Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHS or HHSC) contact information

4601 W. Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751
Phone: 512-424-6500
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Houston nursing homes

Houston senior care facilities are required to develop their own policies and procedures for COVID-19 infection control practices — including masking, social distancing, and protocols for the use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE). Texas Health and Human Services provides a nursing facility COVID-19 response plan to keep nursing facilities safe. Here are some of those COVID-19 guidelines in place for Texas senior care facilities:

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Vaccinations. COVID-19 vaccines aren’t mandatory for residents or visitors.

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Masking. Visitors, staff, and residents aren’t required to wear masks unless indicated in the facility’s infection control policies and procedures.

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Facility cleanliness. Surfaces must be disinfected often, alcohol-based hand sanitizers must be made available in common areas, and sinks must be well-stocked with soap and paper towels.

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Staff safety. Staff must wear personal protective equipment when necessary and follow infection control policies and procedures during an outbreak.

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CDC guidelines. Screen visitors and staff for a positive COVID-19 test result and symptoms when necessary. Develop an infection prevention and control program to prevent the spread of infection.

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Social distancing. Resident visitors are allowed on-site, as it’s a Texas resident’s right, however, they must follow social distancing guidelines set forth by the facility.

Houston has a robust senior living scene with unique features

As a home to over 270,000 seniors, Houston is home to the largest senior population in Texas. The senior population has grown by over 40% within the last 10 years and is projected to continue increasing. To accommodate the aging population, the senior living scene has evolved to include a variety of options dedicated to addressing the modern senior’s unique needs. Read on for an overview of some unique senior living features in Houston.

Flexible, round-the-clock care

All of our partnered Houston assisted living and memory care facilities provide 24-hour supervision to ensure residents’ needs, premeditated and unprecedented, are met.[02] A majority of communities have an on-call doctor and visiting health care professionals — including dentists, nurses, podiatrists, and rehabilitation therapists. Note, that these visits are covered by Medicare only when deemed medically necessary. All of our partner assisted living communities offer some on-site nursing services, like medication management, hospice care, and medical rehabilitation. Meaning, a resident can receive skilled nursing care from the comfort of their own room or apartment in the community, if ever required.

Engaging activities and amenities

Over a third of our partners have an activity director on-site to help keep residents active.[19] These directors create a calendar of activities filled with fitness classes, social events, brain games, and other events catered to residents’ interests. All of our partner senior care facilities enable residents to enjoy community amenities at their leisure. On-site amenities of our partner Houston senior care communities often include the following:

  • Fitness centers and pools
  • Courtyards with raised gardens, BBQ areas, and walking paths
  • Bistros, lounges, and bars
  • Game rooms and common areas
  • Movie rooms
  • Business centers
  • Libraries

Additionally, seniors looking for off-site activities and other services can benefit from the concierge services available at many of our partnering communities.

Safety and security measures

To help ensure resident safety, many of our partnering senior care facilities in Houston take extensive security measures. Several communities offer enclosed courtyards, secure walking paths, clearly marked exits, directional signs, and other supportive safety features. Senior care facilities also monitor entrances and exits, have 24-hour surveillance, and take a variety of other security measures. Some of these facilities are even designed to accommodate residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and include specialized security features, like wander prevention systems and resident call systems.

Houston nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Houston nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 Houston 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 that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Houston, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.8%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.1%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.6%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.7%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.2%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.1%
17.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Houston 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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Houston, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.2%
1.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Houston 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Houston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.1%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Houston 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Houston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
54%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.9%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Houston 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Houston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
58%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.1%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.2%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.2%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with Houston? Highlights for seniors

277000

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Houston, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

76%

Percentage of Houston seniors 65 and older who aren’t currently in the workforce, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

30967

Median annual retirement income for Houston seniors 65 and older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Health care for seniors in Houston

When it comes to health care, Houston seniors are in luck. The city offers a wealth of health care options throughout the city. Houston houses the nation’s top cancer center, top state hospital, and two nationally ranked hospitals.

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Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston Methodist Hospital is the No. 1 hospital in the state of Texas and Houston, according to U.S. News and World Report. It nationally ranks in 10 specialties, including No. 22 for geriatrics, No. 15 for neurology, and No. 11 for orthopedics.

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Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is the No.2 hospital in Houston, according to U.S. News and World Report. It nationally ranks in six specialties, including No. 43 in geriatrics.

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MD Anderson Cancer Center

MD Anderson is the No. 1 cancer center in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report. It’s the largest cancer center in the U.S. and is nationally ranked in geriatrics, diabetes, and urology.

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Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center

Michael E. DeBakey is one of the most popular veteran hospitals in Texas. It is known for providing a wide range of health, legal, and caregiver services.

Transportation for seniors in Houston

Public transportation is often the least favored option among senior residents in senior care facilities, as it isn’t the most practical option in Houston. As a safe alternative, 87% of our partner senior care facilities — namely, assisted living and memory care facilities — provide complimentary or at-cost transportation options to and from medical appointments, errands, and some off-site activities.

If a facility doesn’t offer transportation options, seniors on the more independent side may consider using the local RIDES program. This program is for qualifying Harris County residents, meaning 65+ adults or individuals with disabilities who cannot access public transportation options through METRO — Harris County’s public transit system.

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Senior activities in Houston

Houston has become a cultural melting pot in the South, making it home to an abundance of shops, restaurants, and activities. Luckily, Houston offers a range of activities for seniors of all mobility levels. Many senior living facilities will even arrange group outings to nearby parks, museums, restaurants, and other places of interest to residents.

 

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  14. Licensing Standards for Assisted Living Facilities, Texas Administrative Code § 553.303 (2021).

  15. Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification, Texas Administrative Code § 554.1701 (1996 & rev. 2021).

  16. Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification, Texas Administrative Code § 554.2208 (1995 & rev. 2020).

  17. Licensing Standards for Assisted Living Facilities, Texas Administrative Code § 553.309 (2021).

  18. Assisted Living Facility Licensing Act, Health Facilities § 247.001 (1991 & rev. 1999).

  19. Texas Health and Human Services. (2022, July 27). Screening of staff and visitors entering nursing facilities to continue.

  20. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

  21. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.

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