The Best Memory Care Communities in Collin County, TX

Collin County comprises the northeast portion of the sprawling Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex, one of the largest metropolitan areas in Texas. Texas is home to over 380,000 residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Out of Collin County's 914,000 residents, 10.1 percent are seniors aged 65 and older and 12 percent need memory care. Collin County is home to over 300 memory care facilities that are charged with providing services to people with memory impairments.

Some of the assisted living communities in Collin County have dedicated memory care wings, separate from the main campus and under different state regulations. Alzheimer's and dementia care facilities are considered Type B nursing care and provide overnight supervision and emergency assistance from certified staff. 

• Collin County's weather is characterized by long, hot summers, with highs regularly reaching into the mid-90s. Winters are mild, with rare snow and average lows in the mid-30s. Seniors who have health conditions alleviated by warm, dry air may find relief here. 
  
• Texas does not have a state income tax; a perk that covers income derived from Social Security and retirement benefits. Families who are budgeting for a loved one's memory care may benefit from these extra funds.
  
• The cost of living in Collin County is about 20 percent higher than the U.S. average, with housing costs at 75 percent higher than the national average. This could impact operating costs for certain memory care facilities, so families may need to consider which area they select for their loved one's care.  
  
• Collin County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Medical City Plano Brain & Spine Hospital and UT-Southwestern Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Memory Care costs in Collin County start around $5,087 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Collin County 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.

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

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.

Collin County-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.