The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in La Porte, TX for 2023
There are 26 Assisted Living Facilities in the La Porte area, with 2 in La Porte and 24 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 132 reviews below for assisted living facilities in La Porte. On average, consumers rate assisted living in La Porte 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Deer Park with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in La Porte, TX
Parsons House La Porte
The Delaney at South Shore
The Waterford at Baytown
Orchard Park at Victory Lakes
Heartis Clear Lake
The Park At Bay Area
The Reserve at Pasadena
Sodalis Deer Park
Everywhere Is Home Residential Assist...
Reunion Court of Clear Lake
The Shores at Clear Lake
ADL Assisted Living - Autumn Lane
The Lodge at Pine Creek
Regal Estates of League City
Apex Oaks
Psalm 23 Homecare
Swan Manor Assisted Living
Oak Shadows Retirement and Assisted L...
ADL Assisted Living, Elena Estates
The Crossings Methodist Retirement Co...
Mountbatten House
Heritage House Assisted Living Llc
Brawner Sunset Haven,L.L.C
Sweet Home Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in La Porte
La Porte, Texas, is a quiet, mostly residential community considered part of the Houston-Sugarland-The Woodlands metro area. Seniors can participate in special events like Main Street Trade Days, Storytime in the Park, or in activities at the La Porte Senior Center. The population of this town is 35,000, 11% of whom are seniors aged 65 and older. Many of these seniors may need to transition to living in an assisted living facility for help with activities of daily living. La Porte has two assisted living facilities, and there are dozens more in the nearby Houston area.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in La Porte
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Cost of living in La Porte is 103, compared with the national baseline of 100. Healthcare, housing, and grocery costs, all important to seniors in assisted living, average around 8 points below the U.S. average. These costs may mean that assisted living fees in La Porte are less than other Houston suburbs, as the operating costs for the facilities may be less.
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Weather in La Porte means July highs reaching consistently into the 90s; summers are long and hot. Winters, however, are mild with no snow. While seniors in assisted living may find the warmer temperatures relieve certain health conditions, those sensitive to high heat may be uncomfortable.
- Texas does not have a state income tax, which may give seniors in La Porte a little extra money to pay for assisted living expenses. Withdrawals from retirement accounts, including IRAs and 401Ks, are also included in the tax exemption.
- La Porte seniors may make use of the La Porte public transit service, TransPorte, with reduced fares available. To get around the greater Houston area, the METRO light rail and bus lines travel throughout the city and suburbs. Senior reduced fares are also available.
- The La Porte area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Kindred Hospital Bay Area and Houston Methodist Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- La Porte, as part of the greater Houston area, is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
Note: Data on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in La Porte
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in La Porte start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in La Porte and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in La Porte
Texas offers the STAR+PLUS program to help offset the costs of assisted living for seniors in La Porte; however, this program only serves specific areas of the state, however, and may not be available to all applicants. STAR + PLUS is provided by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services for those receiving Medicare, Medicaid or SSI income.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in La Porte
La Porte and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in La Porte, please visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in La Porte
La Porte-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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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in La Porte
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Review of Parsons House La Porte
The appearance of Parsons House La Porte was lower than the others, and it didn't smell clean. The staff was excellent and the lobby was very nice, but the hallways smelled musty. It's not a pleasa... Read more
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Review of Parsons House La Porte
My father is in Parsons House La Porte, and so far, it has been wonderful. We really like it a lot because it has met all of his needs and the is staff is great. We like everything about it. Their ... Read more
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Review of Parsons House La Porte
We have put my mother-in-law at Parson House, and we are happy with what we got. Her apartment is nice, and everything is cool about the place. It is a nice place. The staff members are all good. T... Read more
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