Wylie, an upscale suburb of Dallas in northeast Texas, has about 53,000 residents and a senior community that makes up almost 8% of the population. It’s ranked among the safest cities in Texas and has warm year-round temperatures and exceptional air quality, making it a great option for retirees.

For many seniors in Wylie, assisted living provides a balance between independence and personal care services. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors pay approximately $4,400 per month for this level of care in the Wylie region, which exceeds state and national averages. This monthly rate generally includes housing, meals and activities, which may make it a good choice for those with fixed incomes.

This guide provides more details on senior care options and costs in Wylie and outlines the benefits and drawbacks of retiring in this city. It also highlights agencies that serve local seniors who are transitioning to assisted living.

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Wylie, TX

New Haven of Wylie

800 West Brown St, Wylie, TX, 75098

My loved one was at New Haven for 2.5 years.New management came in early June. Since that time, meds are not being ordered, meals are late, and staff don’t answer call buttons. Cleaning supplies ar … (read more)
My loved one was at New Haven for 2.5 years.New management came in early June. Since that time, meds are not being ordered, meals are late, and staff don’t answer call buttons. Cleaning supplies ar … (read more)

The Kingdom Residential Care Home

603 Honey Suckle Dr, Wylie, TX, 75098


Malaika Comfort Care

210 North Bending Oak Lane, Wylie, TX, 75098


2014, 2015, 2016

Mustang Creek Estates – Allen

720 Creek Valley Court, Allen, TX, 75002

Mustang Creek Estates is located in Allen, Texas, which is approximately 30 minutes north of Dallas and just a short drive from the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, state road 75 and Lavon Lake. Vi … (read more)
Mustang Creek Estates is located in Allen, Texas, which is approximately 30 minutes north of Dallas and just a short drive from the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, state road 75 and Lavon Lake. Vi … (read more)
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2014, 2015, 2016

The Waterford at Plano

3401 Premier Drive, Plano, TX, 75023

The Waterford at Plano is conveniently located off the Central Expressway in Plano, Texas, and offers easy access to medical facilities and shopping. Visitors remark on how responsive management is an … (read more)
The Waterford at Plano is conveniently located off the Central Expressway in Plano, Texas, and offers easy access to medical facilities and shopping. Visitors remark on how responsive management is an … (read more)

Mayberry Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care Homes

3250 N. Garland Ave., Garland, TX, 75040

Mayberry Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care Homes is located just off North Garland Avenue in Garland, Texas, a short drive from local restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. The facility of … (read more)
Mayberry Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care Homes is located just off North Garland Avenue in Garland, Texas, a short drive from local restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. The facility of … (read more)

Ariel Pointe of Sachse

3400 Miles Rd, Sachse, TX, 75089

Ariel Pointe of Sachse was very clean and had a lot of visible staff. We did witness an exercise class going on, which was nice. The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. They hav … (read more)
Ariel Pointe of Sachse was very clean and had a lot of visible staff. We did witness an exercise class going on, which was nice. The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. They hav … (read more)

2014

Brookdale Summer Ridge

3020 Ridge Road, Rockwall, TX, 75032

Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, Texas, is nestled near scenic Lake Ray Hubbard and a short drive from Dallas. This assisted living facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones … (read more)
Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, Texas, is nestled near scenic Lake Ray Hubbard and a short drive from Dallas. This assisted living facility receives high marks from residents and their loved ones … (read more)

Rock Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

720 E. Ralph Hall Parkway, Rockwall, TX, 75032

Rock Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located near I-30 in the Highland Meadows neighborhood of Rockwall, Texas, close to numerous shopping venues, restaurants and entertainment attractions. T … (read more)
Rock Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located near I-30 in the Highland Meadows neighborhood of Rockwall, Texas, close to numerous shopping venues, restaurants and entertainment attractions. T … (read more)

Mustang Creek Estates – Sachse

3900 Ranch Road, Sachse, TX, 75048

All the other residents here at Mustang Creek Estates-Sachse have dementia. So, I didn’t have anybody to talk to and they never asked me what I wanted for dinner. You get what they give you. A lot of … (read more)
All the other residents here at Mustang Creek Estates-Sachse have dementia. So, I didn’t have anybody to talk to and they never asked me what I wanted for dinner. You get what they give you. A lot of … (read more)

Vitality Court Texas Star

650 South Greenville Ave, Allen, TX, 75002

Vitality Court Texas Star looked good. The residents all seemed happy. The staff member who gave us the tour was friendly, answered any questions, and volunteered information. The vegetation in the co … (read more)
Vitality Court Texas Star looked good. The residents all seemed happy. The staff member who gave us the tour was friendly, answered any questions, and volunteered information. The vegetation in the co … (read more)

Lynridge Assisted Living

304 West FM 544, Murphy, TX, 75094

I am going to move to Lynridge Assisted Living next month. It was only 10 years old and it’s nice. Everything was well kept up. They had an enclosed interior courtyard and it looked like a very pleasa … (read more)
I am going to move to Lynridge Assisted Living next month. It was only 10 years old and it’s nice. Everything was well kept up. They had an enclosed interior courtyard and it looked like a very pleasa … (read more)

Glorious Residential Place

1800 Longmont Place, Richardson, TX, 75081

Glorious Residential Place is located in Richardson, Texas, northeast of Richmond, off East Campbell Road between U.S. Route 75 and President George Bush Turnpike. The Richardson Plaza and the Spring … (read more)
Glorious Residential Place is located in Richardson, Texas, northeast of Richmond, off East Campbell Road between U.S. Route 75 and President George Bush Turnpike. The Richardson Plaza and the Spring … (read more)

The Oaks at Liberty Grove

7904 Chiesa Road, Rowlett, TX, 75089

My parents will be moving into The Oaks at Liberty Grove. The staff members were very kind, courteous, and very helpful. I know they have breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks available throughout the … (read more)
My parents will be moving into The Oaks at Liberty Grove. The staff members were very kind, courteous, and very helpful. I know they have breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks available throughout the … (read more)

Colonial Oaks at Campbell Park

1501 West Campbell Road, Garland, TX, 75044, Garland, TX, 75044

The staff really seems to care. The place is brand new, so it is very clean. The staff is great, really excited to get everything going, pay close attention to everybody who comes in. My mom doesn’t h … (read more)
The staff really seems to care. The place is brand new, so it is very clean. The staff is great, really excited to get everything going, pay close attention to everybody who comes in. My mom doesn’t h … (read more)

Twin Rivers

1720 North Plan Road, Richardson, TX, 75081

I liked Twin Rivers. It was small and intimate, and it was well-kept. I only met the salesperson. I didn’t meet the nursing staff there. They had a salon, a gym, and they had physical therapy availabl … (read more)
I liked Twin Rivers. It was small and intimate, and it was well-kept. I only met the salesperson. I didn’t meet the nursing staff there. They had a salon, a gym, and they had physical therapy availabl … (read more)

Bertha’s Care Home

713 Rolling Hills, Allen, TX, 75002

Bertha’s Care Home was nice, well kept, clean, and organized. The staff was professional and courteous. They have minimal activities, and those activities were structured just right for the residents … (read more)
Bertha’s Care Home was nice, well kept, clean, and organized. The staff was professional and courteous. They have minimal activities, and those activities were structured just right for the residents … (read more)

Mercer Terrace

5701 Dexham Road, Rowlett, TX, 75089

Mercer Terrace is located in Rowlett, Texas, near Lake Ray Hubbard. Visitors enjoy the community’s quaint, welcoming atmosphere. Residents and staff members decorate the facility, contributing to the … (read more)
Mercer Terrace is located in Rowlett, Texas, near Lake Ray Hubbard. Visitors enjoy the community’s quaint, welcoming atmosphere. Residents and staff members decorate the facility, contributing to the … (read more)

Diane House

2101 Diane Drive, Plano, TX, 75074


Dignified Living

2206 Blue Cypress Drive, Richardson, TX, 75082


What to Consider About Assisted Living in Wylie

In Wylie, as in the rest of the state, assisted living facilities are licensed and governed by the Health and Human Services Department. They’re classified as either type A facilities, which have residents who can evacuate independently in an emergency, or type B facilities, which accommodate residents who need around-the-clock care and evacuation assistance.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Wylie

  • Compared to other Texas cities, Wylie is a pricier choice for retirement. Its cost of living is about 10 points higher than the statewide average and four points higher than the national norm. This is mainly due to housing costs. While this may result in slightly higher assisted living fees, affordable health care and lower costs for entertainment, clothes and restaurants can help with budgetary considerations.
  • While property and sales taxes are high in Wylie, seniors don’t pay state income tax on any retirement income, including disbursements from retirement accounts, pensions or public benefits, such as Social Security.
  • The Collin County Rides Program provides transportation to older adults and those with disabilities. Service is available within Wylie, Allen, Fairview and all of Collin County, and seniors can connect to the DART Downtown Rowlett train station. Seniors must call (469) 470-2325 at least a day in advance to make a reservation.
  • Wylie is home to Baylor Scott & White Emergency Center, a freestanding emergency clinic that provides 24-hour care to treat conditions such as severe allergic reactions, chest pain, flu and fractures. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen is the closest full-service hospital and is situated about 45 miles away in Arlington.
  • Compared to state and national property and violent crime rates as well as similarly sized cities in the state, Wylie is very safe. The number of reported crimes is trending downward, which may provide peace of mind for seniors who are moving to local assisted living facilities.
  • Wylie’s air quality ranks better than the national average, which may benefit those with cardiovascular disease or respiratory conditions. On a 100-point index, Wylie’s air quality is five points higher than the national score at 63.
  • On a 10-point comfort index, Wylie’s climate rates 7.1, indicating that it may be a good option for those who enjoy being outdoors. Year-round highs range from 55 to 95 degrees, and the city gets about 40 inches of rain and 1 inch of snow annually.

Paying for Assisted Living in Wylie

Wylie is located near Dallas and shares the city’s senior care costs. In this region, older adults pay $4,400 per month on average for assisted living. This is slightly higher than the national average of $4,300.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Texas is generally an affordable state for assisted living with monthly fees coming in below the national average at $3,998. Within the state, care costs vary considerably. While Wylie is a relatively pricey option for assisted living with monthly fees averaging $4,400, cities like Amarillo and Victoria are more expensive at $4,600 and $5,525 respectively. Brownsville and Texarkana are more budget-friendly alternatives with monthly fees of $3,433 and $2,600.

$4400

Wylie/Dallas

$3998

Texas

$4300

The United States

$5525

Victoria

$3433

Brownsville

$2600

Texarkana

$4600

Amarillo

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living is one of the more expensive senior care options in Wylie with seniors paying $4,400 per month for this level of service. Only nursing home care is pricier at $5,171 per month for semiprivate accommodations. Seniors may save money on long-term care by living at home, but essential expenses, such as utilities and groceries, may offset lower fees. Home care, which offers personal care, and home health care, which includes some skilled nursing services, both cost $4,385 per month. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $1,571 per month.

$4385

Home Care

$4385

Home Health Care

$1571

Adult Day Health Care

$4400

Assisted Living

$5171

Nursing Home

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Wylie

Seniors in Wylie may be eligible to receive assistance paying for assisted living through the Texas Department of Health and Human Services. Services include placement into facilities that match the level of care needed. Seniors who receive Medicaid or Medicare benefits, or who have SSI income or VA benefits, may also be eligible for payment assistance through the STAR+PLUS program. It serves specific areas of the state, providing an alternative to nursing facility placement.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Texas page.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Wylie

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 Wylie

Seniors in Wylie can get help through several area agencies and programs to make their transition to assisted living as simple as possible. Through these resources, seniors can identify options for paying for assisted living, address legal issues, such as estate planning, and find local social and recreational programs.

Resource Contact Service 
North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging (800) 272-3921 The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging serves Wylie residents aged 60 and over through a broad range of programs that support their independence. This agency houses the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which advocates on behalf of those in assisted living and helps residents understand their rights and identify ways to pay for care. The AAA also provides information and assistance for those seeking community-based services, congregate meals, transportation and personal care services.  
Collin County Veterans Services (972) 881-3060 The county’s Veterans Service Office provides outreach, referrals and benefits assistance to veterans and their families. It has trained advisers who screen veterans for eligibility and help them apply for VA pension programs, health care and the Aid and Attendance benefit.
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas (800) 906-3045 Legal Aid of Northwest Texas is staffed by legal professionals who provide free advice and representation to those aged 60 and over. It helps seniors understand assisted living contracts and charges and resolves issues related to the quality of care as well as intake and discharge procedures.
Texas HICAP (800) 252-9240 Texas HICAP is a free program that provides seniors with unbiased, confidential health insurance counseling. This program is managed by trained volunteers who can help older adults understand Medicare benefits, cost-sharing responsibilities, Advantage plans and long-term care insurance, which can help seniors plan for assisted living expenses. Advisers can also help seniors determine their eligibility for Medicaid.
Senior Recreation Center (972) 516-6340 Wylie’s Parks and Recreation Department operates the Senior Recreation Center and the Active Boomers and Beyond program for older adults. The center features open-play game tables and a fitness area Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. It also hosts a variety of classes related to health, fitness and the arts, and it plans day trips to nearby points of interest.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wylie

Wylie-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wylie