Memory Care Communities in Lubbock, Texas
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lubbock, TX below include 4 memory care communities with 15 reviews. On average in Lubbock, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
The monthly cost for memory care in Lubbock, $4,938, is just a few dollars under the Texas state average of $4,998 but significantly below the U.S. average of $5,625. Prices are much higher in the state capital of Austin, where the monthly cost is $6,681; Dallas’ cost is also above Texas averages at $5,244. Some of the lowest monthly prices are in central San Angelo, where reported costs are just $3,750.Â
Lubbock
$4,938
Texas
$4,998
The United States
$5,625
Dallas
$5,244
San Angelo
$3,750
Austin
$6,681
Paying for Memory Care in Lubbock
In most U.S. regions, the price of memory care is roughly 20%-30% higher than the price of assisted living care. In the following lists, we’ve estimated memory care costs by adding 25% to the price information reported by the annual Genworth Cost of Care Survey.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Lubbock
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Lubbock’s monthly cost for adult day care is exceptionally low at $731. All other types of long-term care cost thousands of dollars a month. Assisted living runs an average of $3,950 per month, while home-based care from homemaker or home health aide services costs $4,576 per month. Nursing homes are the most expensive options at $5,475 per month for a semiprivate room and $7,239 for a private one. Still, those prices are notably lower than elsewhere in the nation.
Homemaker
$4,576
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Care
$731
Assisted Living
$3,950
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$5,475
Nursing Home (private room)
$7,239
Free Memory Care Resources in Lubbock
A variety of federal, state and local government programs and private nonprofit entities work to support Lubbock’s senior population. Such support includes providing assistance with health needs, opportunities to socialize with other adults in the area, and education about topics key to older adults.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area Agency on Aging of the Panhandle | 806-372-3381 | Established by federal mandate, this organization is focused on serving the needs of adults 60 and older in the Texas Panhandle area. Its Information, Referral, and Assistance Program help educate area seniors on options that can help them maintain independence in their later years. It also offers benefits counseling that can help older adults connect with financial assistance and therapy services aimed specifically at supporting the family members and caregivers of adults with dementia. |
Alzheimer's Association | (806) 205-5365 | The Alzheimer's Association's local office in Lubbock helps better the lives of older adults with dementia by offering educational support and legal advocacy. In addition to providing the Alzheimer's Navigator online tool and running support groups for caregivers, it also maintains a 24 hours a day seven days a week helpline at 800-272-3900. |
Lubbock Adult Activity Center | (806) 767-2710 | This senior center is a social hub for Lubbock-area older adults, providing painting workshops, technology classes, low-impact workout opportunities and special events such as dances and holiday parties. |
Ombudsman Program | (806) 331-2227 | Representatives of the AAA of the Panhandle's ombudsman program act as advocates for the health, safety and legal rights of older adults residing in long-term care communities such as nursing homes and memory care facilities. Ombudsmen can provide general advice to seniors and their families with regards to picking care options, and can also directly investigate complaints regarding the quality of care in community living scenarios. |
What to Consider About Memory Care in Lubbock
Memory care facilities, assisted living communities and other group homes that focus on providing individual health care are licensed by Texas Health and Human Services. Memory care facilities are considered Type B facilities in this state. The Texas HHS categorizes facilities as Type B if their residents generally need significant assistance and supervision in emergency situations.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Lubbock
- The cost of living is a major upside to life in Lubbock. On a scale where 100 represents the U.S. average, Lubbock scores a remarkably low 79.9 overall. Housing costs are by far the lowest at 57.6 on the same scale, but health costs are slightly higher than national averages at 104.8.
- With the sun shining on an average of 264 days per year, Lubbock is much sunnier than most places in the U.S. The national average is 205. It’s also a dry area, getting lower than average rainfall of 20 inches against the U.S. average of 38 inches.
- Balanced weather makes Lubbock a good choice for seniors who enjoy the outdoors. Summer in the Lubbock area is warm, with average highs in the low 90s from June through August, but low humidity allows residents to remain fairly comfortable. Winters are very mild, with regular highs in the mid-50s from December to February.
- Crime is a downside of living in Lubbock; occurrences are significantly above national averages. On a scale of 1 to 100 where 100 represents high crime, Lubbock scores 46.4 against a U.S. average of 22.7 for violent crime and 66.9 against a U.S. average of 35.4 for property crime. Memory care facilities tend to have private security and exterior surveillance cameras for the protection of their residents, which can lower the salience of high crime in the area.
- On average, U.S. states have an income tax rate of 4.6%, but there’s no state income tax in Texas. This helps seniors save more money from Social Security benefits and retirement income. The flip side is that the sales tax rate in Texas, 8.3%, is a bit higher than the national average of 7.3%.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Lubbock
Lubbock 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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Carolyn
5.0
Review of Wilshire on 4th
I put down a deposit on Wilshire on 4th, and things are rolling along. My friend has a room and it's for memory care. It's a small facility. They have 16 rooms and they're all single rooms. It's...
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Christopher
4.0
Review of Isle at Raider Ranch
Isle at Raider Ranch was nice. The staff was very professional and provided me with a lot of information. The rooms were neat and spacious. I like the way it was set up. The outdoor area was nice...
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cindrobi
5.0
Review of The Legacy at South Plains
My mother's health declined and was hospitalized just a few hours before she was scheduled to move in. She passed away but I think she would have really liked The Legacy. Amy gave a very...