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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Corpus Christi, TX for 2024

Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Corpus Christi is a city that’s home to nearly 318,000 residents, of whom 14% are seniors aged 65 and older. Alzheimer’s is on the rise in America, impacting more and more seniors each year. There are currently around 6.5 million individuals living with dementia, and the Alzheimer’s Association projects that number could rise as high as 12.9 million by 2050. In Corpus Christi, rates are raising as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that from 2016 to 2020, the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths rose by over 31%.

Fortunately, the city has several dementia care resources available to its seniors, as well as a high number of memory care facilities. These communities can be beneficial to seniors who require 24/7 supervision and specialized care. They feature secure indoor and outdoor areas, memory-based programming and cognitive therapies. This guide provides an overview of what memory care looks like in Corpus Christi, including benefits of retiring to the city, average care costs and local support options.

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Memory Care Facilities in Corpus Christi, Texas

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Corpus Christi

The Texas Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for the oversight of long-term care homes in Corpus Christi. This organization maintains a complete directory of licensed facilities and performs regular inspections on each. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Corpus Christi

  • Corpus Christi has a lower cost of living than the state and national median levels, at 83.7 compared to 94.2 and 100, respectively. Housing and transportation costs are particularly low. 
  • The city’s crime rates are a little higher than average, with violent crime at 35 points compared to the nation’s 22.7 and property crime at 56 points compared to the U.S. median of 35.4. Fortunately, seniors in long-term care homes enjoy the protection of high-tech security features. 
  • Corpus Christi has excellent air quality, at 81 points compared to the U.S. average of 58, making the city a good place for people with respiratory or cardiac illnesses. 
  • There are 208 Medicare-registered physicians in Corpus Christi per 100,000 people, which is less than the average of 210. However, several hospitals are in the area, including the Corpus Christi Medical Center, which was voted one of the best hospitals in the region.
  • Corpus Christi gets around 223 sunny days per year, which is more than the national median of 205. The city gets no snow in the winter and less precipitation than most cities, at 33 inches annually compared to the average of 58. 

Paying for Memory Care in Corpus Christi

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

In Corpus Christi, memory care costs around $4,235 per month, although actual prices vary depending on the location and the amenities it offers. 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care in Corpus Christi is more affordable than the state average price of $4,998 per month and the national median cost of $5,625. Compared to other Texas cities, memory care in Corpus Christi is relatively affordable. In nearby Victoria, seniors pay about $2,765 more for the same type of care. In Houston, memory care costs around $5,306 per month. Some of the lowest prices can be found in Waco, where memory care costs about $735 less than in Corpus Christi.

Corpus Christi

$4,235

Texas

$4,998

United States

$5,625

Victoria

$7,000

Waco

$3,500

Houston

$5,306

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

With memory care averaging $4,235 per month, it’s one of the most expensive types of care in Corpus Christi. Only nursing homes are costlier, at $5,323 for a semiprivate room and $10,555 for a private room, on average. Assisted living costs about $847 less than memory care. Homemaker services and home health aides average cost is around $3,623 per month. Adult day health care is the most affordable senior care option available in Corpus Christi; it costs nearly $3,539 less than memory care. 

Memory Care

$4,235

In-Home Care

$696

Home Health Care

$3,623

Adult Day Health Care

$3,623

Assisted Living Facility

$3,388

Nuring Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$5,323

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Corpus Christi

In Corpus Christi there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Texas page.

More ways to pay for memory care in TX

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Texas page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi has a good resource selection for people with memory loss. They provide information and support to seniors and their families. A small selection of them is listed below. 

ResourceContactService
Area Agency on Aging of the Coastal Bend (800) 252-9240Older adults in Corpus Christi can contact this organization to get connected with transportation services, care needs assessments and information about long-term living options. This Area Agency on Aging also has educational opportunities for elderly people, such as medication management and fall prevention classes.
Dementia Spotlight Memory Cafe(361) 826-2343This free memory cafe allows older people with memory loss and their caregivers to socialize. It offers coffee and snacks as well as education and activities designed to promote cognitive wellness.
Alzheimer's Association Houston & Southeast Texas(888) 272-3900A wide range of support groups and educational programs are offered by this charity. Here, seniors with memory impairment and dementia can learn more about their conditions and how to create financial, legal and health care plans. A 24/7 helpline offers comfort and information at any time.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Corpus Christi

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

Laws and Regulations for memory care in Texas

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Memory Care

Linda

I visited this facility

Review of Villa South Assisted Living & Memory Care

We toured Villa South Assisted Living & Memory Care, and we were very impressed. The staff was absolutely incredible. They seemed to be very caring. The patients seem to be very fond of their...

Provider response

Linda, thank you for this thoughtful and thorough review. We are excited for you to become part of our Villa family!

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Memory Care

Susan

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

Review of St Gabriel of Corpus Christi

My husband is a resident at St Gabriel of Corpus Christi. It is a very nice place and it is very clean. I like it because there are not many people in each unit. I've visited a bunch of other...

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Memory Care

Shere

I visited this facility

Review of Villa South Assisted Living & Memory Care

I toured Villa South Assisted Living & Memory Care and I was very pleased with what I saw. The residents seemed to be happy and there were activities going on that the members were participating...

Provider response

Shere, what a wonderful and thorough review! We are excited to have you and your Dad join our Villa family soon!

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