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Assisted Living Communities in Kingwood, TX
Situated in northeast Houston, Kingwood boasts a choice of assisted living facilities within...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the cost of assisted living in Kingwood compares closely to the state and national baselines. However, care expenses increase considerably in some nearby cities, with median costs rising to $5,900 in Victoria. Seniors pay an even costlier $7,604 to live in Corpus Christi. However, retirees in Longview save about $1,200 compared to those in Kingwood.
Kingwood
$5,200
Texas
$4,915
United States
$5,350
Victoria
$5,900
Corpus Christi
$7,604
Longview
$4,000
Paying for Assisted Living in Kingwood
Assisted living care in Kingwood averages $4,245 monthly, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. The Texas average is $3,998. While Texas is over $500 less than the national monthly average at $4,500, Kingwood is only $255 less.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kingwood
Low-income seniors in Kingwood may be eligible to receive financial assistance for services received in a licensed assisted living facility or adult foster care home through STAR+PLUS, a Texas Medicaid managed care program.
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 Care
Care expenses cluster around a small range in Kingwood, with adult day care representing a notable exception as it costs only $1,408 monthly. Seniors pay approximately $4,671 for home care, which rises to $5,148 if they need the medical support home health care providers offer. Nursing homes offer a broader range of medical services but charge about $518 more than assisted living for a semi-private room.
In-Home Care
$4,671
Home Health Care
$5,148
Adult Day Health Care
$1,408
Assisted Living Facility
$5,200
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$5,718
Note: Since data for Kingwood is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Houston, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Kingwood
As a planned community, Kingwood includes neighborhoods with their own amenities such as community centers, athletic centers and exercise opportunities. Seniors in Kingwood have additional resources provided by government agencies and non-profits, such as benefits counseling, advocacy through the ombudsman program and wellness options.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Health Department Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (713) 500-9931 | The long-term care ombudsmen work with the Texas Health and Human Services and other organizations to ensure residents in long-term care communities are receiving proper treatment. Ombudsmen advocate to resolve complaints between residents and facilities when issues arise. Ombudsmen also visit facilities to check on residents, visit with them and offer them information about their rights while they live in long-term care. |
| Harris County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) | (832) 393-4301 | The Harris County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) provides support, benefits counseling and resources for seniors 60 and older and their families. Staff members provide care coordination, veterans services, senior support services and help coordinating assistance for caregivers. The agency also works to promote public awareness of the needs of the aging residents in Harris County. |
| Humble Texas Senior Center | (281) 446-4140 | The Humble Senior Center offers seniors fitness classes, including aerobics, tai chi, rhythm walking, line-dancing and pickleball. Additional classes include beginning guitar, Spanish and art. Seniors who enjoy games can partake in bingo, bunko and bridge. The schedule is always full, providing seniors with numerous activities to choose from. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kingwood
Kingwood Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page for more information about these laws.
