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The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Potter County, TX for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Potter County

Potter County, in the center of the Texas Panhandle, has 121,073 residents, almost 11 percent of whom are seniors aged 65 and older, the age at which Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia become more prevalent. Texas Health and Human Services regulates Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), as memory care facilities in Texas are called. There are two ALFs in Potter County to house and care for seniors with cognitive ailments, both of which are located in Amarillo.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Potter County residents enjoy a lower cost of living. On a scale where 100 represents the American median, the cost of living in the county is 79.4. groceries and transportation are also lower than the average, although healthcare is slightly higher at 106. Housing is lower than the average at 46, making it an affordable county for seniors’ families.
  • Potter County has a violent crime rate of 31.1 and a property crime rate of 59.7, on a 100-point scale where 100 represents areas of high crime. These rates are higher than the national averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Families scouting facilities in the area might want to ask facility staff about security protocols in place to protect the seniors in their care.
  • Texas is a tax-friendly state. Seniors living in Potter County are not taxed on public or private pensions, Social Security benefits or retirement savings account income. These tax benefits could result in county seniors having more money available to contribute to their facility expenses.
  • The climate in Potter County is cool and dry. January lows rarely dip below 23, and July highs can climb as high as 91. The county has 261 sunny days each year, compared to the national average of 205, allowing seniors to spend more time outdoors engaged in supervised activities.

Paying for Memory Care in Potter County

Memory Care costs in Potter County start around $4,812 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 Potter 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.

Counties in Texas

Randall County

$5,794

US

$5,694

Potter County

$4,812

Curry County

$4,800

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Potter 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 Potter County

Potter 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 Potter County, please visit our Memory Care in Texas page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Potter County

Potter 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Kay90

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Cottages at Quail Creek

My sister moved to The Cottages at Quail Creek. The staff is very caring and interested in helping and making my sister comfortable. The room is adequate. The maintenance is very good. The cost is...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your kind review. We are honored to be caring for your sister. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you during tis difficult time. We welcome you and...

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Cero

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Cottages at Quail Creek

My father has moved into The Cottages at Quail Creek. I saw five different communities, but he gets the best healthcare treatment for his condition at this facility. He is in hospice, too, so the...

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Melissa

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Cottages at Quail Creek

We found my in-laws a place in Amarillo called The Cottages at Quail Creek. They were extremely friendly and they were willing to help us in any way they could. The living quarters are spacious....

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