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Assisted Living Communities in Allen, Texas

Allen serves as a northern suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and sits within Collin County, about 20 miles north of downtown Dallas. This region offers 75 assisted living facilities for seniors, including 12 within the city proper. The median rate for assisted living in 2024 comes to approximately $4,000 monthly, offering substantial savings over the Texas norm of...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Allen, TX and Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living communities charge approximately $4,000 per month for services in Allen. By comparison, the statewide median rate runs higher at $4,915, and other cities in southern Texas have costlier care. In Victoria, monthly fees trend about $1,900 over Allen’s norm, and in Corpus Christi, facilities charge roughly $7,604 for care. 

Allen

$4,000

Texas

$4,915

United States

$5,350

Brownsville

$3,940

Corpus Christi

$7,604

Victoria

$5,900

San Antonio

$5,125

Paying for Assisted Living in Allen, TX

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Allen

The Texas Department of Health and Human Services can help seniors find assisted living homes within their budget and level of care they require. Those with Medicaid, Medicare, or SSI income, may be eligible for assisted living financing. The STAR+PLUS serves specific areas of the state, providing an alternative to nursing facility placement and also covers the cost of assisted living. 

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Allen, TX

Assisted living residents in Allen pay around $4,000 per month. By comparison, home health care costs about $195 more, and nursing home residents pay roughly $7,848 for shared units. However, in-home care offers competitive pricing, with rates coming in about $1,140 below assisted living costs.

In-Home Care

$2,860

Home Health Care

$4,195

Assisted Living Facility

$4,000

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$7,848

Note: Since data for Allen is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, McAllen, instead. 

 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Allen

Seniors and their families have access to many resources to help the elderly access services and retain their independence. Many of these agencies also offer help for caregivers and help with applying for elder care or financial support. 

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North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging(800) 272-3921The regional Agency on Aging administers many programs to enhance the lives of area elderly, including funding senior citizens centers to give seniors a place to mingle with people their age and play games, attend social activities, take a fitness class or participate in a hobby group meeting. This agency also helps seniors and their families apply for government benefits and health care and answers questions about different options for Medicare.
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas(888) 529-5277Local lawyers offer pro bono services to seniors who cannot afford their own legal representation. They may draw up living wills and trusts, ensuring that an individual’s wishes for long-term care are honored and that their assets can cover the cost of services. Lawyers may also help seniors file for bankruptcy or divorce or offer representation in non-criminal matters.
Collin County Veteran Services(972) 881-3060Military veterans can receive help filing claims with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs here, plus appeal decisions by the federal agency. Other services include helping veterans find health care and long-term care accommodations and applying for these services.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program(214) 823-5700Allen elderly individuals who retain some degree of independence are matched with volunteer opportunities in the community, ranging from teaching ESL classes and tutoring students to participating in local trash cleanups or working with a meals-on-wheels program. Volunteers are matched with local charities based on their skills and abilities.
Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 252-2412Long-term care ombudsmen representatives advocate for the need of residents in long-term care homes, including assisted living communities. They receive complaints from residents or their families, directing them to the proper reporting agencies. Ombudsmen also help seniors find the right assisted living home and aid with the transition process.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Allen

Assisted living communities in Allen are licensed and regulated by the Texas Department of Health and Senior Services. This agency is responsible for evaluating all Texas assisted living facilities, and it issues Type A or Type B licenses depending on the level of care they provide. Inspections cover livability and cleanliness of each community, plus a review of staff training and certifications. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Allen

  • Allen residents, like all Texans, aren’t levied a  state income tax, which can benefit seniors on a fixed income. Income derived from Social Security and withdrawals from retirement accounts are also not taxed. Seniors also receive a homestead tax exemption and a property tax deferral. 
  • Allen, as part of the greater Dallas area, is a member of the AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly Communities, a list of cities across the nation that are senior-friendly, offering access to resources and general livability. 
  • The cost of living in the United States is measured using 100 as a baseline. Allen’s cost of living is 108.2, slightly higher than the national average. Housing is the highest cost, and this may contribute to a higher cost of assisted living. Health care costs run a little lower than the national average in Allen, however, at 96.4. 
  • People who are relocating to Allen from northern cities may appreciate that the city only gets an average of 2 inches of snow per year. January lows are 32 degrees. Summers in Allen are long and hot, however, with July highs reaching 93, and 232 days of sunshine each year, compared to the national average of 205. 
  • Allen crime rates are extremely low. Property crime rates are 35.4 for the nation overall, compared to just 20.4 in Allen. Violent crime rates are also much lower, 8.6 compared to the national average of 22.7. 
  • Seniors have plenty of extremely comprehensive options for health care in Allen, including services from Texas Presbyterian and the specialty services and emergency care from Baylor, Scott, and White. There are 228 physicians per 100,000 residents here, compared to the national average of 210 per 100,000 people. 
  • Allen seniors may be able to breathe easier, thanks to an air quality higher than the national average, 61/100 compared to 58/100. Water quality is significantly higher, at 80/100 compared to 55/100 for the nation overall. 

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Allen

Allen-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our 

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