Assisted Living Facilities in Port Lavaca, TX

The average cost of assisted living in Port Lavaca is $2,670 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 27 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Port Lavaca. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Port Lavaca 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Port Lavaca is located along the Gulf Coast of Texas, southeast of Houston. There are plenty of water activities in the area, such as fishing or boating, in nearby Lavaca Bay. Bird watching is extremely popular, so seniors who enjoy this peaceful activity will feel at home in Port Lavaca, Calhoun County. The population is a little over 12,000, 13.4 of which are seniors over 65. The quaint community has access to 34 assisted living facilities across Calhoun County. The Texas Department of Health and Senior Services licenses and monitors these assisted living facilities, which are divided into two classes, based on residents' ability to evacuate in an emergency and the degree of staff supervision needed overnight. 

• South Texas weather is hot and humid, with risks of hurricanes along the Gulf in the fall. Port Lavaca is known for long summers and short, mild winters. July high temperatures average 92 degrees, and January lows are around 45. Those with respiratory conditions alleviated by warm, humid air may find relief, but seniors sensitive to high temperatures will be uncomfortable. 
  
• Port Lavaca quality of air is rated an 82, much better than the U.S. average of 58. Seniors who have chronic health conditions will like breathing the fresh air. 
  
• The cost of living in Port Lavaca is 85, compared to a U.S. average of 100. The main difference is housing prices, which are 40 percent lower than the national average. This may favorably impact the cost of living for seniors in assisted living facilities. Grocery and health care costs are slightly higher than the national average. 
  
• Violent crime rates in Port Lavaca are nearly double the national average. Seniors are advised to use caution. Property crime rates are also higher — these can range from car break-ins to larceny, so seniors are advised to take caution with their belongings as well.
  
• Texas has no state income tax, meaning that retirement income and social security benefits are not subject to taxation. Seniors on a fixed income may have more money available for assisted living costs; however, Texas has some of the highest rates of property taxation and sales tax in the nation, so seniors should budget accordingly. 
  
• The Port Arthur area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Memorial Medical Center and Port Lavaca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Assisted Living costs in Port Lavaca start around $2,670 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 Port Lavaca 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.

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.