Assisted Living Communities in The Woodlands, Texas
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in The Woodlands, TX below include 64 Assisted Living facilities with 857 reviews. On average in The Woodlands, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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"I would like to say that Ling is a very valuable employee. Always available to residents for any request. She is pleasant, has a smile for residents and is very helpful. We are all happy to have her here...."
"Everything was great. It was beautiful. They just remodeled it. It was wide open spaces, and the rooms were decent. I had no complaints at all. Everything looked great. The staff member who toured me was great. She was very informative. She told me t..."
5055 West Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77381
4.2
(53 reviews)
"The Forum at the Woodlands seemed awesome; it seemed like a paradise, but I didn't like their sliding scale of care that they charge. Regardless, the place was beautiful, and the rooms were great. The food looked great. It is a place I would love my ..."
"Our mother has been at Grace Residential Care for 2 years now. If I could rate the care, love, and attention to detail the team at Grace provides to our mother and their other patients, I would rate them a “10”. The team is led by an amazing nurse n..."
"My mother has moved into The Wellington at Conroe. The staff is absolutely phenomenal. They care about the people; they're amazing on that level. The rooms are very pleasant. My mom expects gourmet or something like that, so she complains about the f..."
"I've been here at Ella Springs Senior Living Community for 4 years now. It's been an excellent experience. It's a warm and comfortable facility, with good care, good food, and lots of interesting activities. Anyone can make a happy life here. We have..."
"I like Brookdale Cypress Station. I like the size of the apartment because I have a three-room apartment. I have a living room, a kitchen, a bedroom, and a big bath. The staff here is phenomenal. They are great. They are so accommodating to everythin..."
"We're in the process of moving my mother-in-law to Spring Creek Village. The staff who toured us around was very knowledgeable and very helpful. They were able to get stuff done quickly for us and followed up. When we toured, they gave us a pie that ..."
"My mom is at Lewis Park Estates Senior Living. She has been there for over two weeks now. The employees are very, very nice. They were forthcoming with all the information that I asked for. They answered every question I had written down. They took t..."
"Sycamore Creek Ranch-Cypresswood was very nice. I would have been very comfortable putting Mom there, and that's not far away. By the time that I was there, just touring it and talking to people, everything seemed nice. The residents seemed very happ..."
"Sycamore went above and beyond to meet the needs of my mother when she was there. I am so glad she had the last months of her life there. She was happy and enjoyed the staff and facility. Thanks to all for your loving care to Ms Claudine. Forever in ..."
"I like Wood Glen Court. However, it is big and it's all one story, so it's spread out. It would be too far for my mother to walk from her room to the dining area. I think it was better for someone in their 80s who gets around pretty well, like someon..."
"I chose Avanti at Augusta Pines for my mother because of its proximity to my home, the aesthetics, the room, the light, the daily activities that were there, and the structure of how they plan their day. The facility is absolutely clean. The food is ..."
"I liked how Novellus Cypresswood looked more homey and more pleasing for my mother. However, it was a little too big and the rooms were difficult to maneuver around in. Also, they sold all the downstairs rooms so my mother would have to live upstairs..."
"We toured Strake Court and my mother liked it. It seemed like a good size. It's not too big, not too small and the people were very friendly. They showed us the dining room, the TV area, the activity room, the library, the computer area, what their l..."
"It was nice. I had a nice tour with them. The place was very nice, clean, and cheerful. I met the assistant manager, the dietitian, and the physical therapist. Everybody was so nice to me. They showed me all the rooms; some were single and some were ..."
"My mom is at The Pines at Oakhurst. It's a small community and the staff is very caring. She'd fallen and broken her hip. And they've just gone above and beyond to make sure she has what she needs. She needs all the care right now.
I have not tasted..."
"I've been to Woodhaven Village a few times and was able to check on their assisted living and memory care. My mom has not moved in yet, but she will be there this May. The reason we picked this place was the residents were out and about, and they wer..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in The Woodlands, TX and Nearby Cities
Seniors living in nearby Beaumont pay a little more for assisted living, at $4,372. Costs are much higher in Victoria at $5,600. In Corpus Christi, assisted living is more affordable, averaging $3,388. San Antonio is similarly affordable at $3,413.
The Woodlands
$4,245
Texas
$3,998
United States
$4,500
Beaumont
$4,372
Victoria
$5,600
Corpus Christi
$3,388
San Antonio
$3,413
Paying for Assisted Living in The Woodlands
In The Woodlands, assisted living facilities charge a monthly average of $4,245, although actual costs can vary by location. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, this is costlier than the Texas median of $3,998 per month. However, assisted living in The Woodlands is a little cheaper than the U.S. average of $4,500 per month.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in The Woodlands
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services can help seniors find assisted living homes in The Woodlands, 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.
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 The Woodlands, TX
Seniors considering assisted living might also like to consider other types of long-term care. In The Woodlands, in-home care and home health care both cost $4,576 per month. Adult day health care is significantly more affordable at $1,099. Nursing homes provide the highest level of care for the highest price at a median of $5,262 for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$4,576
Home Health Care
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,099
Assisted Living Facility
$4,245
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$5,262
Note:Data for The Woodlands was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Houston, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in The Woodlands
In The Woodlands and the surrounding area, a variety of charitable and governmental organizations offer free services to older adults. Some are listed below.
This agency serves the majority of The Woodlands, offering a Medicare counseling program and case management services to help seniors access financial aid and housing. Its Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for seniors in assisted living homes. It partners with the County of Galveston Senior Services to provide transportation for adults over 55.
This AAA serves the remainder of The Woodlands and offers similar services, including benefits counseling, transportation and a Long-Term Care Ombudsman program. It also runs health promotion programs, including mental health counseling, dental clinics and financial assistance with prescriptions and personal care supplies.
This federal vet center serves the northern Houston area and its suburbs. Veterans can get referrals to health care and mental wellness services. Long-term housing placement is also available here, as are a variety of financial assistance programs.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in The Woodlands
Assisted living facilities in The Woodlands and throughout Texas are governed by the Department of Health and Human Services, which enforces the state’s senior care regulations. This may include regular inspections for licenses in communities where seniors require specialized health care.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in The Woodlands
The Woodlands is a very safe city. Its violent crime rate is 16.2 compared to the U.S. average of 22.7. The city’s rate of property crime is 34.5 compared to the national median of 35.4.
The cost of living in The Woodlands is 12.9% higher than the national average. However, health care costs are 4.4 points lower than the U.S. benchmark of 100. Utility and transportation costs are also a little more affordable than average.
The Woodlands has warm weather year-round with no snow, which makes it easy for older adults to get around.
With 142 physicians per 100,000 people, The Woodlands has a lower number of physicians than the nationwide median of 210 per 100,000 people. However, the city’s proximity to Houston means it’s within close range of some of America’s highest-rated hospitals, including the Houston Methodist Hospital.
The air quality in The Woodlands is a little lower than average at 53, compared to the national index of 58, which may not be ideal for seniors with asthma or respiratory illnesses. The city’s water quality is a little better than average at 61, compared to 55, the U.S. water quality average.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in The Woodlands
The Woodlands 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.
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Review of The Village at The Woodlands Waterway
I would like to say that Ling is a very valuable employee. Always available to residents for any request. She is pleasant, has a smile for residents and is very helpful. We are all happy to have...
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I like Ling a lot, she is helpful and kind and willing to give her time when necessary. She is awesome
Provider response
Virginia, thank you so much for the positive review! We always strive to provide top quality service to every guest, and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at Village at...
Everything was great. It was beautiful. They just remodeled it. It was wide open spaces, and the rooms were decent. I had no complaints at all. Everything looked great. The staff member who toured...