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Assisted Living Communities in Midlothian, TX
Midlothian, TX, sits 25 miles southwest of Dallas in Ellis County. The industrial hub boasts...
an abundance of senior living options, including assisted living facilities. In 2024, the expected monthly cost for care at these communities in Midlothian is $5,241. While local rates surpass the state median of $4,915, the city's care costs remain more than $100 lower than the national estimate of $5,350.
The following article presents an overview of assisted living facilities in the Midlothian area, including a look at 1317 reviews community reviews, which earn an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars stars.
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Valerie
5.0
Review of Lakewood House Assisted Living
We have our mother in Lakewood House Assisted Living. The community is a home and a neighborhood, she's the fifth resident there. So far, she's very comfortable, and she's been cared for very well....
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Valerie
5.0
Review of Legacy Oaks of Midlothian Senior Living
It was the director that toured us at Legacy Oaks of Midlothian, and she impressed me very well with how much she loved the people there. The patients knew who she was, so that tells me she...
Provider response
Valerie, thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We pride ourselves on offering passionate care, passionate service, and passionate cleanliness to the people who call Legacy Oaks...
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Denise
5.0
Review of Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care
My father moved to Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care. I like their facility, it's very clean. They had a lot of people out and moving around and interacting during the day, and I just felt...
Provider response
Denise, thank you for your very kind words about our rooms, staff, dining, and amenities! We are so appreciative of your trust in us to care for your Father. He is a treasured part of our community.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Midlothian, TX and Nearby Cities
According to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in the Midlothian area charge a monthly rate of $5,241. Houston offers similar rates at $5,200, and San Antonio is slightly less expensive at $5,125. Several cities see more expensive monthly costs, including Waco, where rates sit at about $5,501. Assisted living comes at an even higher cost in Austin, where seniors pay an estimated $6,035 per month.
Midlothian
$5,241
Texas
$4,915
The United States
$5,350
Waco
$5,501
Austin
$6,035
Houston
$5,200
San Antonio
$5,125
Paying for Assisted Living in Midlothian
According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the typical resident of Midlothian pays $4,400 per month for assisted living. Although this is only $100 more than the national average, it’s $402 above the fees paid by the typical Texan.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Midlothian
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services can help seniors find assisted living homes in Midlothian, Texas, within their budget and that provide the 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 Midlothian, TX
Comparing care options in Midlothian, adult day care offers the lowest rates at $1,950. In-home care, which delivers similar services to assisted living in the comfort of one's home, costs about $100 more per month. Home health care sees higher monthly rates, as it also includes light medical services. Nursing home costs fall just below those for home health care, though the settings are institutional rather than home-based.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$5,241
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,688
Note: Since data for Midlothian is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, Dallas, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Midlothian
There are many resources that can enhance the lives of seniors in Midlothian. These examples include medical assistance for U.S. military veterans, support for residents in senior care facilities and a one-stop shop that offers a multitude of resources for seniors in residential care and those who may be considering it.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 272-3921 | Residents in assisted living facilities who need help dealing with issues with their care providers can call on the assistance of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Services are free of charge and include investigating the senior's complaints and advocating on their behalf with the owner or manager of the facility. The ombudsman can also provide copies of inspection reports to seniors looking for the ideal assisted living facility in Ellis County. Families of residents and third parties concerned about care standards in a senior living facility are encouraged to register their complaints with the ombudsman too. |
| Midlothian Senior Activity Center | (972) 775-6401 | The Midlothian Senior Activity Center welcomes members aged 50 and over. The annual fee is $5, with donations per activity providing other funds (although no senior is denied access to an activity if they cannot make a donation). The activities include arts and crafts classes, bingo, dominoes and regular trips throughout the metroplex to visit museums and parks and take in a movie. Lunch and morning snacks are served daily and there's regular musical entertainment too. |
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | (800) 272-3921 | Adults in Ellis County aged 60 and over can access the wealth of resources offered by the North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging. In addition to operating senior centers and workshops aimed at improving the health of seniors in the county, the agency also provides counseling for seniors in matters concerning benefits and financial fitness. |
| Polk Street VA Clinic | (214) 372-8100 | Polk Street Clinic is only 20 minutes from Midlothian, where it provides primary care services to the city's U.S. military veterans and their families. It also conducts EKG scans and specialty care consultations, with patients transferred to the Dallas VA Medical Center for treatments. Although the clinic has an on-site pharmacy, prescriptions are only available at the Dallas center. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Midlothian
Midlothian-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.
