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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in College Station, TX for 2024

Known for being the home of Texas A&M University, College Station sports a vibrant atmosphere and a number of seniors: Of the city’s 117,911 residents, 6.8% are at least 65 years of age. Among their options for medical care are the St. Joseph Health network, which includes a College Station campus and a dedicated line of senior services. Also available is the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center. Additionally, College Station has competitive nursing home costs: The average College Station nursing home charges $5,262 a month for a semiprivate room, but the corresponding national rate is $7,756, per the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey.

In a nursing home, staff members monitor residents around the clock, and nurses, therapists and physicians are regularly on hand. Those extensive service levels mean that nursing homes tend to have relatively high prices. Seniors in need of less attention may find that home health care or assisted living is a more appropriate setup.

This guide includes detailed information on the price of nursing home care in College Station. Its concluding segment describes several organizations and programs that help College Station’s seniors age healthily and safely.

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Nursing Home Costs in College Station, TX

In College Station’s nursing homes, semiprivate rooms cost an average of $5,262, while private rooms cost an average of $5,323.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

College Station’s median monthly semiprivate room rate of $5,262 is cheaper than the national average of $7,756. However, Texas as a whole is slightly less expensive than College Station: The statewide rate is $5,019.

With an average cost of $4,745, the nearby city of Waco is several hundred dollars more affordable than College Station. However, College Station is somewhat more competitive with Killeen, where the rate is $5,191, and Austin, where it is $5,201. Finally, College Station is noticeably less expensive than Houston’s average of $5,627.

College Station

$5,262

Texas

$5,019

The United States

$7,756

Waco

$4,745

Killeen

$5,191

Austin

$5,201

Houston

$5,627

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Data on senior care options’ price points can help with the selection process. In College Station, home care and home health care both have a median rate of $4,195. Data for adult day health care in College Station is not available, but it is typically a city’s cheapest option, and the statewide median rate is $698. The prices of semiprivate and private nursing home rooms are $5,262 and $5,323, respectively, in College Station. The average cost of assisted living is a shade higher, at $5,355.

Home care

$4,195

Home health care

$4,195

Assisted living

$5,355

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$5,262

Nursing home (private room)

$5,323

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in College Station, TX

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in College Station, TX

College Station’s elders can find allies in the form of area resources like those listed below. Seniors preparing to move into or already living in nursing homes may find some of these organizations and services of use. Other offerings are targeted at older adults who are still at home and are trying to remain there for as long as possible.

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Brazos Valley Area Agency on Aging(979) 595-2806
The BVAAA’s core functions include benefits counseling that helps seniors learn more about their Medicare options and make planning decisions. Also notable is the Ombudsman Program, the volunteers of which provide advocacy and education for nursing home residents. The program’s volunteers have experience with complaint resolution. Care coordination to delay or prevent institutionalization is another BVAAA offering.
Brazos Valley Community Action Programs(979) 213-4051BVCAP’s offerings include a Meals on Wheels program. Homebound seniors 60 years of age and older and other vulnerable clients can use that program to obtain nutritional support. BVCAP also helps eligible clients cover utility bills. Additionally, weatherization services are available for low-income homeowners. Anti-poverty initiatives such as case management and rental assistance also fall under BVCAP’s purview.
Aging & Disability Resource Center(979) 595-2831Seniors 60 years of age and older, plus individuals with disabilities, can contact the ADRC for information and help with accessing supportive services. The ADRC also works with caregivers and family members. Areas of focus include long-term options counseling and helping seniors make Medicare costs more affordable.
Rebuilding Together Bryan/College Station(979) 676-5300Rebuilding Together conducts the Safe at Home Program. Enrollees receive help with repairs to flooring, plumbing components and electrical systems, and accessibility improvements such as wheelchair ramps are available as well. This program is designed for low-income homeowners who are elderly or living with disabilities.
Brazos County Veterans Service Office(979) 361-4360The Brazos County VSO works with military veterans, including seniors and their families. The office’s goal is to help veterans access federal and state benefits, which may include aid such as pensions, disability compensation payments and health care. The VSO also performs advocacy for its clients.

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Review of Accel at College Station

The staff is very friendly and helpful. Staff is good about asking me needs of my loved one. They have a lot of activities and try to get the residents involved. The facility is very clean and...

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Review of Accel at College Station

I can not say enough about Accel. This is one of the nicest, cleanest, felt like home rehabilitation centers I’ve ever seen. The staff is so helpful, welcoming and supportive. I do not have any...

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Review of Accel at College Station

My Step Mom was placed in this facility for respit care. Day 1 she fell and broke her hip. Accel did not notify me and did not do anything for her broken hip. Day 2 she died from "complications...

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