2 Memory Care Facilities in Kerrville, TX
The average cost of memory care in Kerrville is $4,347 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120.
To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for memory care facilities in Kerrville. On average, consumers rate memory care in Kerrville 4.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Fredericksburg with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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2 Memory Care Facilities in Kerrville, TX
River Point of Kerrville
New Haven Kerrville
What to Consider About Memory Care in Kerrville
Located west of Austin in Central Texas, the city of Kerrville has 22,347 residents. Over 26 percent of these residents are seniors 65 and older and may be among the 380,000 Texas residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. That number is expected to grow by nearly 29 percent by the year 2025. Kerrville has eight memory care facilities and there are another 12 facilities in nearby areas.
As in the rest of Texas, memory care facilities are called Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and are licensed by Texas Health and Human Services.
- Kerrville, Texas, is tax-friendly for retirees and seniors. Social security benefits, pensions, and retirement savings account withdraws are not taxed. Families of seniors with tight memory care budgets might want to think about facilities in Kerrville.
- The cost of living in Kerrville is below the U.S. national average. On a scale where 100 represents the American average, Kerrville ranks 92.2. Groceries, transportation and healthcare costs in the Kerrville area also ranked below the national average. These lower living expenses could help seniors and their families allocate more money toward long-term care.
- Residents of Kerrville enjoy warm temperatures, from 92-degree highs in July, to 34-degree lows in January. The area only receives one inch of snow per year compared to the U.S. national average of 26 inches, although it receives 32 inches of rain per year, which is three inches more than the national average of 29 inches. With 222 sunny days annually, Kerrville is an ideal location for seniors who enjoy outdoor activities.
- Kerrville is a relatively safe city for seniors. Despite ranking 39.1 for property crime, a full point above the national average, Kerrville ranks 17.9 for violent crime compared to the U.S. average of 38.1. When visiting perspective ALFs, families may want to ask about precautionary measures to protect their residents.
Paying for Memory Care in Kerrville
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Texas
Memory Care costs in Kerrville start around $4,347 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,294 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Kerrville 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Kerrville
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.
Free Memory Care Resources in Kerrville
Kerrville 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 Kerrville, please visit our Memory Care in Texas page.
Directory of Winners in the Kerrville Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Kerrville
Kerrville-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.
Memory Care near Kerrville, TX
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Kerrville
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Review of New Haven Kerrville
We can't say enough about the excellent care our parents received at New Haven in Kerrville. The facility is homey and the staff exceeded our expectations in their help and attentiveness to our par... Read more
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Review of New Haven Kerrville
My mother has been in the Memory Care Facility for a year and I could not be happier with the staff. They are caring and always there to support my mother. I was able to visit with my mom on Mond... Read more
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Review of New Haven Kerrville
I had the opportunity to visit the Villagio with my church group. The first thing I noticed was how clean and fresh the facility looked. It was very bright and cheerful with fresh flowers on the di... Read more
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