Houston is the most populous city in Texas, with approximately 2.3 million residents. Of these residents, 11% are aged 65 or older and the demographic most likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the rate of Alzheimer’s in the Houston region has remained steady in recent years. In 2016, there were 1,096 deaths in the city related to this disease. In 2020, 1,418 people died of Alzheimer’s, equaling a 29% increase. By comparison, the total number of deaths from all causes in the region went up by 30%.

Many Houston seniors and families rely on residential dementia care, which provides around-the-clock monitoring and enriching activities for those in all stages of this cognitive disorder. These facilities include highly trained caregivers that provide Alzheimer’s-informed care and companionship. Residents participate in daily therapeutic activities and have access to secured outdoor areas where they can enjoy the weather.

Through this guide, readers can learn more about Alzheimer’s care in Houston, including the cost of care and resources that provide support.

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Houston, TX

2023

Ella Springs Senior Living Community

16700 Ella Blvd, Houston, TX, 77090

I toured Ella Springs Senior Living Community. I thought the property was not too expensive and I thought it was the right size. I like the fact that they have a completely separate wing and completel … (read more)
I toured Ella Springs Senior Living Community. I thought the property was not too expensive and I thought it was the right size. I like the fact that they have a completely separate wing and completel … (read more)

2013, 2015, 2016

Belmont Village West University

2929 W. Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77025

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2013, 2015, 2016

2015

The Solana at Vintage Park

19929 Chasewood Park Road, Houston, TX, 77070


2015

Brookdale Cypress Station

303 Lantern Bend Dr., Houston, TX, 77090

We have completed our tour of Brookdale Cypress Station. It was a Saturday, so a lot of the staff that they would normally have weren’t there. I like the look of the facility, and I like the rooms. Ea … (read more)
We have completed our tour of Brookdale Cypress Station. It was a Saturday, so a lot of the staff that they would normally have weren’t there. I like the look of the facility, and I like the rooms. Ea … (read more)

2015

Atria Westchase

11424 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX, 77082

My friend is in Atria Westchase memory care. The staff is incredibly supportive, kind, and caring. They are very efficient. They are very clean. They provide a myriad of activities for the residents. … (read more)
My friend is in Atria Westchase memory care. The staff is incredibly supportive, kind, and caring. They are very efficient. They are very clean. They provide a myriad of activities for the residents. … (read more)

2015, 2016

Brookdale Shadowlake

2835 Shadowbriar Dr., Houston, TX, 77077

We toured Brookdale Shadowlake. The staff there is not as well-trained in dementia and memory care as in the other facility. We saw some instances there where we thought that they seemed short-staffed … (read more)
We toured Brookdale Shadowlake. The staff there is not as well-trained in dementia and memory care as in the other facility. We saw some instances there where we thought that they seemed short-staffed … (read more)

The Village of River Oaks

1015 S Shepherd, Houston, TX, 77019

The Village of River Oaks gave me an extensive tour of the memory care area. I got to see the residents out in the common areas. I talked to a few staff members, and I saw the rooms. Overall, it’s ver … (read more)
The Village of River Oaks gave me an extensive tour of the memory care area. I got to see the residents out in the common areas. I talked to a few staff members, and I saw the rooms. Overall, it’s ver … (read more)

The Buckingham

8580 Woodway, Houston, TX, 77063


Brookdale Champions

14050 Cutten Road, Houston, TX, 77069

I went to Brookdale Champions. It’s a little bit older facility, but it’s very nice. They definitely have a nice layout of isolating the residents together to make it enjoyable for them. They have dif … (read more)
I went to Brookdale Champions. It’s a little bit older facility, but it’s very nice. They definitely have a nice layout of isolating the residents together to make it enjoyable for them. They have dif … (read more)

2016

The Village of Meyerland

4141 N Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX, 77025


Brookdale Memorial Oaks

1414 Sandy Springs Rd., Houston, TX, 77042


Brookdale Willowbrook Place

7450 Willowchase Blvd., Houston, TX, 77070

My mother was in the memory care facility here. I reported them to the state and they were investigated by Texas Health and Human Services. My complaints were substantiated and they were cited for NE … (read more)
My mother was in the memory care facility here. I reported them to the state and they were investigated by Texas Health and Human Services. My complaints were substantiated and they were cited for NE … (read more)

2014

Brookdale Spring Shadows

9889 Kempwood Dr., Houston, TX, 77080

If they enjoy a natural and rustic kind of setting, Brookdale Spring Shadows would be a really nice and low-key place. It would be a really nice place to be. The people were nice. It had a homey feel … (read more)
If they enjoy a natural and rustic kind of setting, Brookdale Spring Shadows would be a really nice and low-key place. It would be a really nice place to be. The people were nice. It had a homey feel … (read more)

Morada Cy-Fair

11500 Fallbrook Drive, Houston, TX, 77065

My mother has moved into Morada Cy-Fair. It was close. The staffing is a revolving door, there’s always somebody new, and I don’t think that is good for someone with memory care, changing people all t … (read more)
My mother has moved into Morada Cy-Fair. It was close. The staffing is a revolving door, there’s always somebody new, and I don’t think that is good for someone with memory care, changing people all t … (read more)

Apex Oaks at Cypress Assisted Living and Memory Care

13702 Wimbledon Oaks Dr., Houston, TX, 77065

My dad has been in Apex Oaks for two years now. They give him excellent care and they give him his dignity back. He is well taken care of, respected and treated as a human being. My dad has special me … (read more)
My dad has been in Apex Oaks for two years now. They give him excellent care and they give him his dignity back. He is well taken care of, respected and treated as a human being. My dad has special me … (read more)

The Village of the Heights

1407 Studewood, Houston, TX, 77008


Brookdale The Heights

2121 Pinegate Dr., Houston, TX, 77008

My tour at Brookdale the Heights memory care was very nice. The woman who took us around was also very nice. It’s really just an older facility. To me, it was kind of depressing. The rooms also looked … (read more)
My tour at Brookdale the Heights memory care was very nice. The woman who took us around was also very nice. It’s really just an older facility. To me, it was kind of depressing. The rooms also looked … (read more)

Auberge at Cypresswood

10225 Cypresswood Dr., Houston, TX, 77070

Our loved one is treated respectfully, the activities are engaging and the food is great. Everyone has been so kind and helpful during the transition and they always keep our loved ones needs first. … (read more)
Our loved one is treated respectfully, the activities are engaging and the food is great. Everyone has been so kind and helpful during the transition and they always keep our loved ones needs first. … (read more)

Light Heart Memory Care – Webster

910 Kingsgate Ln, Houston, TX, 77058

Booked consultation from the website, toured the facility, and was pleasantly surprised. Clean, caring staff and engaging activities for the residents.
Booked consultation from the website, toured the facility, and was pleasantly surprised. Clean, caring staff and engaging activities for the residents.

The Watermark at Houston Heights

1245 W. 18th Street, Houston, TX, 77008

Excellent for higher functioning Alzh’s patients. Love the facility, staff and food.
Excellent for higher functioning Alzh’s patients. Love the facility, staff and food.

COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Houston

Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in Texas. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Houston

The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) regulates long-term care providers, including memory care facilities in Houston and across the state of Texas. The department issues licenses to care facilities and ensures they are following all state and federal regulations by conducting regular inspections. Facilities must follow all regulations listed in the terms of their license. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Houston

  • Data shows that violent and property crime rates are higher in Houston than in the average U.S. city. Seniors who live in memory care facilities can rest assured that they are safe, as these facilities have full-time staff, 24/7 security systems and secure entrances. 
  • Houston has warm summers and mild winters with no snow. The city experiences an average of 204 days of sunshine per year. The climate is fairly wet with around 53 inches of rain per annum, which is higher than the U.S. average of 38 inches. 
  • There are more than 85 hospitals in the greater Houston area. Seniors have easy access to medical care no matter which section of the city they reside in. Houston Methodist Hospital and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center both have specialist Alzheimer’s units. Both of these hospitals also offer a wide range of medical services to suit the needs of seniors. 
  • The cost of living in Houston is lower than in the average U.S. city. Budget-conscious seniors may be attracted to the lower cost of memory care and health care services in Houston. Seniors living in Houston may have more money to spend on activities in the city.
  • The air quality in Houston is higher than the U.S. average and meets the World Health Organization’s standards for healthy air quality. However, the city does have low-quality tap water. Seniors living in memory care facilities should have access to filtered or bottled water, which is safe to drink. 

Paying for Memory Care in Houston

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

In Houston, the average senior pays $5,306 per month for memory care. This is approximately $300 more than the Texas state average of $4,998. Costs in Houston are lower than the national median of $5,625.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

The most expensive city for memory care in Texas is Victoria, which has a monthly average cost of $7,000 — almost $1,700 more than Houston. The typical senior in the least expensive city of Texarkana pays just $3,463 per month, while those in the state capital of Austin pay an estimated $6,681 each month. Waco and San Angelo are both among the most affordable options in the state, at $3,500 and $3,750, respectively. 

$5306

Houston

$4998

Texas

$5625

The United States

$7000

Victoria

$3463

Texarkana

$6681

Austin

$3500

Waco

$3750

San Angelo

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day care is the least costly option for senior care in Houston at an average of $1,099 per month. Assisted living is the next most affordable option with a typical monthly cost of $4,245. Seniors opting to stay at home pay an average of $4,576 for home care or home health care. The most expensive option is nursing home care at around $5,262 for a semiprivate room.

$1099

Adult Day Care

$4245

Assisted Living

$4576

Home Care

$4576

Home Health Care

$5262

Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)

$5306

Memory Care

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Houston

In Houston, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Texas page.

More ways to pay for memory care in TX

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.

Free Memory Care Resources in Houston

Seniors living in Houston can access a number of resources to support them in their golden years. The services listed below may be of use to seniors in memory care communities and their family members.

Resource

Contact

Service

(800) 272-3900

The Houston and Southwest Texas chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides consultations and support groups for seniors and their caregivers. It runs an early stage intervention program to help slow the progress of Alzheimer's in the early stages of the disease. In addition, it hosts fundraisers for Alzheimer's research. 

(713) 500-9931

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates on behalf of seniors in long-term care communities such as memory care facilities. Seniors and their family members who are unhappy with the level of care provided can register a complaint with the ombudsman. The complaint will be investigated and a resolution reached with the providers. 

(713) 552-0420

Amazing Place hosts support groups and educational lectures for family members and caregivers. Additionally, it runs adult programs for seniors with memory loss disorders.

(512) 241-0420

Alzheimer's Texas is a nonprofit organization that offers educational programs, consultations, respite care and early-stage engagement programs. It runs a 24/7 helpline to provide support and assistance to seniors and their family members or caregivers.

(713) 441-1150

The Nantz National Alzheimer's Center is a world-renowned Alzheimer's research center. It runs trials to help slow the progression of the disease and improve the lives of seniors with Alzheimer's. 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Houston

Houston Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Texas page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations for memory care in Texas