Northeast of San Antonio, sits the pleasant city of New Braunfels. It’s home to approximately 90,000 residents, of which 14.8% are aged 65 and over. The city’s wealth of medical facilities factor in its attraction for seniors, such as the PAM Speciality Hospital, which focuses on rehabilitating patients with long-term acute conditions, and the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital with its specialist stroke care services. Another factor is the city’s attractive nursing home costs. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey notes that a semiprivate room costs $5,338 per month on average, which is substantially lower than the national average of $7,756.
Nursing homes provide a high level of care and attention to seniors who cannot be supported in their own homes. They typically offer skilled nursing services 24 hours a day while enabling seniors to live as independently as possible within a safe environment. As a consequence of this level of care, nursing homes tend to cost more than other senior care services, such as assisted living and home health care.
This guide’s purpose is to provide examples of the costs of care communities in New Braunfels and some local resources that can benefit seniors.
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631 Lakeview Blvd, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
4.2
(23 reviews)
"I am the Power of Attorney for this resident. Two quarterly reviews were never attended by key staff because many staffers were never informed of the scheduled review. I drove in from out of town to find confusion both times. For example, two repo..."
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2034 SUNDANCE PARKWAY, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
"My mother was at Sundance Inn, New Braunfels, for skilled nursing rehabilitation. She is not someone that likes exercise, but at Sundance Inn, she enjoyed the therapy so much that she would go there even on her off days. This is a huge compliment to ..."
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2590 LOOP 337 N, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
3.5
(13 reviews)
"My older sister has been a resident since 03/16. She loves being at Kirkwood Manor. She participates in as many activities as she can. The residents play Bingo, and win prizes. They have talented musicians come in and sing for the residents.The resid..."
READ MORE2468 Farm 1101, New Braunfels, TX, 78130
2.0
(2 reviews)
"The rooms seem to be clean and the food looks good, but the food that they serve to the elderly residents is food that elderly people usually do not eat. I mean, Italian food and tuna sandwiches? They should know that most elderly people do not eat..."
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Semiprivate rooms in New Braunfels’ nursing homes average at $5,338, while private rooms are slightly higher at $6,737.
Using the average monthly costs of semiprivate rooms in nursing homes as a guide, the figure of $5,338 for New Braunfels is substantially less expensive than the average city across the U.S. However, it is above the average for Texas at $5,019 per month.
The residents of New Braunfels and Victoria’s nursing homes have similar costs, with only a $15 difference. Care in Austin is $137 cheaper than in New Braunfels at $5,201 per month. Costs escalate in Houston at $5,627, and in Laredo, nursing home care is $624 higher than in New Braunfels at $5,962 monthly.
New Braunfels
$5,338
Texas
$5,019
The United States
$7,756
Victoria
$5,353
Houston
$5,627
Austin
$5,201
Laredo
$5,962
Nursing home costs in New Braunfels can be substantial at $5,338 and $6,737 for semiprivate and private rooms.. It’s worth comparing them to other options, particularly if the family isn’t sure if a nursing home is an appropriate environment for their loved one at this stage in their life. The most affordable option is adult day health care at $795. Assisted living at $3,599 is the next cheapest option. Home care comes in next at $4,290, with home health care averaging $4,385.
Home care
$4,290
Home health care
$4,385
Adult day health care
$795
Assisted living
$3,599
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$5,338
Nursing home (private room)
$6,737
Note: Data for New Braunfels was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Antonio, was used instead.
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.
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.
Below is a list of resources for New Braunfels seniors living at home to delay nursing home placement until the time is right. Seniors and their families will find information on nutrition, socialization and exercise programs as well home repair and maintenance. There is also a resource to help seniors transition to long-term care in a nursing home.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Comal County Senior Citizens Foundation | (830) 629-4547 | This facility runs a wealth of programs and activities for seniors. It can help seniors develop their fitness and well-being through a series of exercise programs and classes focusing on healthy nutritional habits. It is also a place for seniors to socialize, attend live events by local musicians, and join trips to the Lucky Eagle Casino. |
| Wilson County Senior Wellness Center | (830) 629-4547 | From its location next to the Wilson County Show barn, this service provides free meals for the over 60s, Monday to Friday, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. It’s an opportunity to mingle with other seniors and make new friends. The center also provides a meals-on-wheels service for homebound seniors. Donations are welcome but not compulsory. |
| AniMeals & More | (830) 629-4547 | This service is available to seniors aged 60 and over who are homebound. In addition to delivering food for their pets, it can assist with veterinary services. |
| Home Repair | (830) 629-4547 | This program is funded by the City of New Braunfels grant for the Minor Home Repair Program and administered by the Comal County Senior Citizens Foundation. If the senior resides in the house, is 63+ and lives within HUD income limits, they may be eligible for assistance with small repairs to their home. |
| New Braunfels Food Bank | (830) 327-6010 | The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) provides USDA food for income-eligible seniors aged 60+ who live at home. The service also provides nutritional guidance for seniors at risk of malnutrition. Additionally, qualifying seniors can purchase fresh vegetables and fruits at the senior farmers’ market using SFMNP vouchers. |
| Bexar County Area Agency on Aging | (210) 477-3275 | The Bexar County Area Agency on Aging serves seniors in the San Antonio area, including in New Braunfels. Resources include counseling on Medicare benefits and entitlements for those aged 60 and over, referrals to appropriate agencies for information and assistance, care coordination to help seniors manage their health care needs and ombudsman services for seniors residing long-term care facilities. |
Nursing Homes
LolaM
2
Review of Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation New Br
The rooms seem to be clean and the food looks good, but the food that they serve to the elderly residents is food that elderly people usually do not eat. I mean, Italian food and tuna sandwiches? ...
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marmarsc
1
Review of EdenHill Communities
Poorly run administration. Made promises then turned around and stated they couldn't help after all. Left resident in dirty briefs constantly. Constant recurring UTIs that hospitalized resident...
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Esther
2
Review of Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation New Br
Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation of New Braunfels was OK. The care that mother received was average. There were some CNAS and nurses that were really good and the physical therapists, for...
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