Located within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Forney sits in the northwestern region of Kaufman County where 143 assisted living facilities provide residential care for seniors. In 2024, facilities in this region charge around $3,274 per month versus the Texas median of $4,915.
You can learn more about assisted living in Forney by reading through the 1188 reviews reviews in our guide. These facilities earn an average of 2.0 out of 5 stars stars for the quality of care they provide.
335 S Farm to Market 548, Forney, TX 75126
2.0
(1 reviews)
"Facility has come under new ownership. It was a great place a year ago when my parents moved in. Now is a different story: Facility smells of urine Food is very bad. Lots of processed, pre made food that is not good. Director (Deion) seems indif..."
$3,395
8315 Chiesa Road, Rowlett, TX 75089
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We toured Beehive Homes of Rowlett and all of what they said they would do was pretty impressive compared to others. They truly have a system where they're overseeing your loved one with safety and nutrition because my mother is vegan, and they're go..."
$4,500
8502 Edgemere Rd, Dallas, TX 75225
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Besides having great interactions with the staff, I felt that Mom was comfortable in her room and the environment around her. The food was well thought out and nicely presented. It was a really good experience for the time that we had there...."
$8,125
126 Smirl Dr, Heath, TX 75032
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We moved my mom in after living in another memory facility. The difference is night and day. Everything is kept very clean, the staff is friendly and consistent and management is very responsive to questions or concerns. The rooms are nice and th..."
$5,500
523 Shoreview Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The house is very nice, the care is excellent , and the services offered are nothing short of exemplary..."
$4,500
CARING STARS WINNER
870 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
4.9
(34 reviews)
"The food at Appletree Court was good. I've only had one meal there, but they had variety for the guests and the patients, so it was a nice experience. They're very accommodating. They have activities and stuff for my wife to do and she is engaged in ..."
$4,500
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3700 Oates Drive, Mesquite, TX 75150
4.8
(8 reviews)
"My friend was in an assisted living called Bradfield Terrace. You walk to the front door and off the left is the dining room area. They fed him three times a day. My friend had a one bedroom with a living room area, a shower, and a little kitchenette..."
$2,645
3400 Miles Rd, Sachse, TX 75089
4.8
(17 reviews)
"We toured Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living. We loved this place, and the best would be the amenities and the staff. The facility is modern, new, clean, bright, and very nice. The atmosphere was very welcoming and friendly...."
$3,500
CARING STARS WINNER
1246 Colonel Dr., Garland, TX 75043
4.7
(22 reviews)
"We liked Silver Creek Assisted Living. It was very clean. We noticed a lot of the staff even though it was a Sunday. They were very active, were working, and dispensing medications. People were out. They were not just tucked away in their rooms. Ther..."
$3,400
5850 E. Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX 75206
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I liked the Tradition - Lovers Lane very much. I looked at independent living. I think by the time I move I may go into assisted living, but I loved it. The rooms were very nice. They had an art studio because I paint. Everything was very clean and n..."
$7,045
CARING STARS WINNER
711 Matador Lane, Mesquite, TX 75149
4.6
(25 reviews)
"We were so happy with Cambridge Court. Everyone was very helpful and caring. They did all they could do for Mom in trying to accommodate her in everything. I was just very happy that she was there for the short time she was there. The facility was be..."
$3,150
11409 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My brother-in-law was in here for skilled nursing and he eventually got into assisted living for a short period of time. Overall, the staff was pretty good. The facility was nice. It's spotless. He had a one-bedroom apartment and it was very spacious..."
$4,905
521 Shenandoah Drive, Desoto, TX 75115
4.5
(5 reviews)
"I can afford to put my mother into A Daughter's Care - Shennandoah House. Plus, it's small. There's not a lot of patients there. They got like maybe seven or eight patients in there. Also, it's close to my home. The rooms are beautiful. They are nice..."
$3,600
202 West British Flying School Blvd., Terrell, TX 75160
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the facility and paperwork needed for my mother. The facility was very clean and well maintained, a very lovely home. The food was very nice looked like something you would pay for in a restaurant...."
$3,999
650 South Greenville Ave, Allen, TX 75002
4.5
(12 reviews)
"I have two friends there at Vitality Court Texas Star. We celebrated one of my friends' birthday but we brought food in. I haven't eaten their food. I did go to a wine and cheese there, and it was a lot of fun. He's just in regular care. He's not in ..."
$4,335
200 Washington Street, Red Oak, TX 75154
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Arabella of Red Oak was beautiful. The design and everything was immaculate. The staff was very, very helpful. The young lady that I spoke with was Fatima. She and I sat down for a total of one hour. She explained everything to me regarding requireme..."
$3,310
CARING STARS WINNER
3535 N. Hall Street, Dallas, TX 75219
4.5
(17 reviews)
"Belmont Village Turtle Creek had very large apartments, but it was very expensive. The staff who toured me was nice. It was a very nice facility, and I liked where it was located...."
$5,245
CARING STARS WINNER
600 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson, TX 75080
4.5
(87 reviews)
"I'm at The Wellington at Arapaho. It is convenient. The people are very nice, the staff is very nice and I have been very comfortable here. I like the activities director. I like the people in the reception area. Their attitude has been wonderful. Th..."
$2,097
1720 North Plano Road, Richardson, TX 75081
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I liked Twin Rivers. It was small and intimate, and it was well-kept. I only met the salesperson. I didn't meet the nursing staff there. They had a salon, a gym, and they had physical therapy available. They also had social activities for their resid..."
$4,820
2400 West Pleasant Run Road, Lancaster, TX 75146
4.5
(6 reviews)
"The lady who took the appointment with me for Meadow Creek Senior Living was off, so I didn't get to see her and meet with her. They just walked me around the facility. It's very small. Kind of like a "U" shape. You go down one hall and come up the o..."
$2,800
Assisted Living
Tom Englert
2.0
Review of Pegasus Landing of Forney
Facility has come under new ownership. It was a great place a year ago when my parents moved in. Now is a different story: Facility smells of urine Food is very bad. Lots of processed, pre made...
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The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that monthly assisted living rates in Forney come in near $3,274. This amount falls about $1,640 below the statewide median and approximately $2,075 below the national norm. Local care costs also compare favorably with rates in Waco, where seniors pay around $5,501.
Forney
$3,274
Texas
$4,915
The United States
$5,350
Dallas
$5,241
Tyler
$4,445
Longview
$4,000
Waco
$5,501
Texas seniors may be eligible for the STAR-Plus Medicaid waiver, which can cover some of the costs associated with assisted living. Forney seniors who receive SSI income, Medicaid, or Medicare may be eligible for this, although it’s not available in all parts of the state nor for all seniors.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Texas page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
Assisted living is the most economical senior care type in Forney, with residents paying around $3,274 per month. By comparison, seniors in nursing homes pay higher rates, roughly $5,992 for semi-private rooms. Monthly fees for home health care run even higher, at approximately $13,347.
Home Health Care
$13,347
Assisted Living Facility
$3,274
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$5,992
Note: Since data for Forney is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Sherman, instead.
There are a variety of government and nonprofit departments dedicated to serving seniors in the Forney area. These organizations can help seniors learn more about assisted living or start planning a transition.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | (800) 272-3921 | Dedicated to enriching elders, this agency runs the local Aging & Disability Resource Center, where seniors can get information about social services and government benefits. Seniors can get health insurance counseling and long-term care referrals here. In addition to adult protective services, this agency also provides evidence-based courses that help seniors prevent falls and maintain their health. |
| Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas | (800) 955-3959 | This pro-bono law office provides free information and guidance to seniors and low-income adults. This organization’s attorneys can help with consumer issues such as debt collection and fraud. Seniors can also get help creating wills and estate plans as well as securing access to health care and benefits. |
| Kaufman County Veterans Services | (469) 376-4100 | The county Veterans Service Officer is available to help service members and their families learn about the assistance options open to them. These range from federal benefits like pensions and life insurance to state programs like tax breaks and veteran discount cards. |
Forney-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 Assisted Living in Texas page for more information about these laws.
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