7 Memory Care Facilities in Nueces County, TX
The average cost of memory care in Nueces County is $5,015 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,790.
To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for memory care facilities in Nueces County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Nueces County 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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What to Consider About Memory Care in Nueces County
Nueces County centers around Corpus Christi along the Gulf Coast. In Texas, over 380,000 residents have been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, illnesses particularly prevalent in the vulnerable 65 and older age group. In Nueces County itself, out of a senior population of 48,000, 17.6 percent are estimated to have Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. To treat these individuals, Nueces County is home to six memory care facilities.
Memory care facilities in the state of Texas, whether stand-alone facilities or separate wings in an assisted living facility, are licensed and regulated by the state's Department of Health and Human Services.
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Nueces County weather means long, hot summers and mild winters, with lows rarely dipping below 40 degrees. The high summer temperatures, with highs consistently in the 90s and above, may be uncomfortable for seniors sensitive to high heat.
- Air quality in Nueces County is ranked among some of the poorest in the nation, according to the American Lung Association. This includes both ozone pollution and particle pollution, especially from the oil rigs located in the nearby Gulf of Mexico. Seniors with respiratory concerns may be uncomfortable here.
- The cost of living in Nueces County is slightly lower than the national base mean of 100 at 90. This may be beneficial for families budgeting for a loved one's memory care. Housing costs, in particular, are lower than the rest of the county, at 78 compared to 100, which may mean memory care facilities have a lower cost of operations and thus lower fees.
- Nueces County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Nueces County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Nueces County start around $5,015 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,855 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Nueces 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Nueces County
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 Nueces County
Nueces County 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 Nueces County, please visit our Memory Care in Texas page.
Directory of Winners in the Nueces County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Nueces County
Nueces 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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Nueces County
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Review of St Gabriel of Corpus Christi
I toured this community in hopess of moving my Mother to the area to be closer to my family. The building in currently under new management and the things I saw was great. I have toured many comm... Read more
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Review of Elan Corpus Christi Assisted Living & Memory Care
My friend is in Elan Corpus Christi. It doesn't seem like a memory care place except for the size of the rooms because memory care rooms tend to be smaller. It has a very open layout, has lots of g... Read more
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Review of Villa of Corpus Christi South
The minute we walked in we knew this was not the place for my mom. We stood at the counter for more than five minutes, and they saw us walk in, and we were never helped. We were there for the memo... Read more
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