45 Memory Care Facilities near Allen, TX

Allen, a safe and affluent suburb just north of Dallas, Texas, is considered part of the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, with a population of 101,000. The state estimates that over 380,000 of its residents are diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's Disease. Eight percent of Allen's population are seniors aged 65 and older; to care for those with memory conditions, Allen has over 40 memory care facilities. These homes are subject to specific state regulations, focusing on staff training and certification. The Texas Department of Health and Senior Services stipulates that Alzheimer's and dementia care be provided by Type B nursing care facilities, those that provide overnight supervision and staff-assisted emergency evacuation. Facilities that are designated Certified Alzheimer's care campuses admit only residents with a physician's diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer's disease. 

• Late summer highs in Allen can reach over 100 degrees, which can be uncomfortable for seniors sensitive to high heat. Winters are mild, with little snow, which may benefit dementia patients with certain health conditions. 
  
• There is no Texas state income tax, although property taxes and sales tax are higher than many other states. Families budgeting for a loved one's memory care fees may benefit from the income tax break. 
  
• Allen's cost of living is higher than the national average, although home prices are the only area where the difference is notable. Healthcare and grocery costs are slightly lower than the national average, although some seniors may still be affected by higher housing costs. 
  
• The Allen area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as UT Southwestern Medical Center and UT Dallas Center for Brain Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Allen

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Texas page.

Allen and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Allen, please visit our Memory Care in Texas page.

Allen-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Texas page for more information about these laws.