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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Katy, TX for 2024

Located on the western edge of Houston, Katy is a comfortable suburb with a historic town square. The fast-growing city is home to just over 24,000 people. Its senior population is slightly below average at 13%. The city is a safe place to live and gets sunny weather all year. People living in Katy have access to Houston-area hospitals ranked among the best in the country.

In Katy, seniors also have a range of assisted living facilities to choose from. In addition to offering entertainment and amenities, these facilities generally deliver care around the clock. Staff are available to help with daily tasks such as chores and cooking as well as personal care. In Katy, assisted living costs $4,245 per month, which is less than the national average.

This guide helps seniors decide whether assisted living in Katy is right for them by discussing the cost of care in the city as well as some pros and cons of living in the area. It also lists resources available to Katy’s seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Katy

In Katy and the rest of the state, assisted living communities are governed by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services. This body upholds regulations about cleanliness, quality of care and staff training. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Katy

  • Katy gets warm weather all year, which many older adults may appreciate. The city has 208 sunny days per year compared to the national average of 205. It also sees no snow in the winter.
  • The city’s air quality is one point above the U.S. average of 59, making Katy a good choice for seniors looking to manage or reduce the possibility of respiratory health problems.
  • In Katy, the average cost of living is a little bit high, at 4.2 points above the U.S. benchmark of 100. However, health care costs are 7.6 points below average.
  • There are 185 physicians per 100,000 people in Katy, which is lower than the nationwide median of 205 per 100,000. Although family doctors are a little busier than usual, the area is home to some of the highest-rated hospitals.
  • Katy is a safe place to live. Its violent crime rate is ranked 15.3 compared to the national median of 22.7. While property crime rates are high, at 53.3 compared to 35.4, most retirement communities have great security.

Paying for Assisted Living in Katy

In Katy, assisted living costs an average of $4,245 per month, according to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. This price is higher than the Texas average of $3,998. However, assisted living in Katy is more affordable than the U.S. median of $4,500.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In nearby College Station, assisted living prices are on par with the state average cost of $3,998. Costs are lower in coastal city Corpus Christi, at $3,388. In Victoria, seniors pay $5,600 for the same type of care. At $5,345 per month, costs are a little lower in Austin.

Katy

$4,245

Texas

$3,998

United States

$4,500

Austin

$5,345

College Station

$3,998

Victoria

$5,600

Corpus Christi

$3,388

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

It may be beneficial for seniors to consider the costs and services included with other types of care. Adult day health care is the most affordable choice, averaging $1,099 per month. In-home care and home health care each cost $4,576. For a semiprivate room in a Katy nursing home, seniors can expect to pay $5,262 per month. 

In-Home Care

$4,576

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,099

Assisted Living Facility

$4,245

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$5,262

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Katy

Look for programs designed to ease the cost of assisted living. The Texas Department of Health and Human Services has a number of services to help seniors stretch limited budgets.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Texas page.

Financial Assistance in Texas

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Katy

Nonprofits and government organizations in Katy offer a range of supportive services for seniors, ranging from information to advocacy and financial assistance. Some of the area’s free resources are listed below.

ResourceContactService
Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging (713) 627-3200This local Agency on Aging provides education and guidance to help adults aged 60 and up remain healthy as they age. Options counselors can help seniors access benefits, long-term care, health care and other services.
Texas Department of Health and Human Services(855) 937-2372Through this department, seniors can contact the Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The ombudsman provides education about elder rights and advocates for seniors concerned about their care. Health insurance counseling is also available here.
Lone Star Legal Aid(800) 733-8394Seniors, veterans and adults with low incomes can get help with a variety of legal matters through this pro bono legal aid office. These include debt issues, public benefits denials and elder abuse. At this office's Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, seniors can obtain help working with the IRS to reduce debt.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Katy

Katy Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Texas

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ray

I visited this facility

Review of Carriage Inn - Katy

The staff at Carriage Inn-Katy was attentive and informative, and they made it understandable in terms of what the options were. The building was above average. It felt comfortable and clean. As...

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Assisted Living

John

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Veranda House Assisted Living

There's no way to secure your items at Veranda House Assisted Living. My mom is there and there are no locks on the doors. There's no personal shower in each room. They have one common shower where...

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John

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Vibralife Of Katy

Mom was at Vibralife Of Katy for at least a year. They have a high turnover of staff members. There are not enough people working and also not enough help. It's all money-generated. If she needed...

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