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10 Best Nursing Homes in Fort Worth for 2024

The city of Fort Worth, Texas, is known for its warm hospitality and historic sites. It has a population of 909,585, and about 9.7% of residents are aged 65 and over. Seniors living in the city have access to excellent medical care at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest, which is ranked as high performing in four procedures by U.S. News. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of nursing home care in Fort Worth is $5,171 for a semiprivate room, which is significantly less than the national average of $7,756.

Nursing homes provide a high level of care and medical assistance to seniors with chronic conditions and disabilities. This type of care can be cost prohibitive, and family members may want to look at alternative options such as home care and assisted living if their loved one doesn’t require a nursing home level of care.

This guide looks at the cost of nursing home care and alternative options in Fort Worth and surrounding areas. Additionally, it provides a list of resources for seniors.

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Nursing Home Costs in Fort Worth, Texas

The average monthly cost of nursing home care in Fort Worth is $5,171 for a semiprivate room and $6,692 for a private room. 

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

The average monthly cost of a semiprivate nursing home room in Fort Worth is almost $2,600 below the national average of $7,756. However the local average cost is about $150 higher than the state median of $5,019.

The $5,201 average cost of nursing home care in the state capital, Austin, is only slightly higher than in Fort Worth. Seniors in San Antonio ($5,338) and Houston ($5,627) pay up to $450 more for nursing home care than their peers in Fort Worth. However, the cost is lower in San Angelo ($4,489).

Fort Worth

$5,171

Texas

$5,019

The United States

$7,756

San Antonio

$5,338

Houston

$5,627

Austin

$5,201

San Angelo

$4,489

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Family members may want to compare costs for other care options in Fort Worth if they’re unsure if nursing home care is the right choice for their loved one. The cheapest option is adult day health care at an average monthly cost of $1,571. Both home care and home health care average $4,385 per month, while assisted living averages $4,400. With an average monthly cost of $5,171 for a semiprivate room and $6,692 for a private room, nursing homes offer the most expensive type of care available in Fort Worth.

Home health care

$4,385

Home care

$4,385

Adult day care

$1,571

Assisted living

$4,400

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$5,171

Nursing home (private room)

$6,692

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Fort Worth, Texas

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 Fort Worth, Texas

The following resources may assist seniors who are looking for options to help them continue to live safely in their own homes and delay the need for nursing home care for as long as possible. Some of the information may be of interest to those who have decided to look at long-term residential care options such as nursing home care.

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ADRC Medicare Counseling(855) 937-2372The ADRC of Tarrant County provides free Medicare counseling to seniors aged 60 and over. The counselors are specially trained to answer questions regarding Medicare and assist in applying for coverage and programs that may help pay for premiums, deductibles, copays and prescription drugs. The staff members provide easy-to-understand information about other options, such as long-term care insurance. 
Mid-Cities Care Corps(817) 282-0531The Mid-Cities Care Corps is a volunteer organization that assists seniors aged 65 and over who want to continue living in their own homes but require occasional assistance. The Helping Hands program assists seniors with minor home repairs, installing home safety measures, yard work, and light housework. The Transportation program connects volunteer drivers with seniors who need rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, and social engagements. Additionally, volunteers can provide friendly phone calls and visits, and the organization hosts regular social events for seniors. 
Meals on Wheels(817) 336-0912The Tarrant County Meals on Wheels program delivers hot and nutritious meals to homebound seniors. To be eligible for the program, seniors must be unable to prepare a meal on their own. Meals are delivered around noon each day, Monday to Friday, by volunteer drivers. Clients who require a greater level of assistance may qualify for breakfast and weekend meal options. Donations to cover the costs of the meals are voluntary, and no senior is ever turned down if they’re unable to contribute financially. Special diet requirements can be accommodated. 

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