The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Rockwall, TX for 2024

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There are 14 Memory Care Facilities in the Rockwall area, with 5 in Rockwall and 9 nearby.

The average cost of memory care in Rockwall is $5,837 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include Rowlett with an average starting cost of 5,097.

To help you with your search, browse the 261 reviews below for memory care facilities in Rockwall. On average, consumers rate memory care in Rockwall 4.75 out of 5 stars.

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Rockwall is an affluent suburb in the busy Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in the state of Texas where it's estimated 380,000 people suffer from Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Rockwall has a population of 44,000, 12 percent of whom are over 65 and may need to transition to memory care facilities. Some assisted living homes have a secure memory care wing, subject to state regulations. Rockwall also has nearly 30 Alzheimer's care-only facilities, which receive this designation from the state's Department of Health and Senior Services. 

Alzheimer's and dementia care facilities are considered Type B nursing care in Texas. The state differentiates two levels of care, based on resident needs including overnight care and staff assistance to evacuate in emergencies. 

• Weather in Rockwall is mild in the wintertime, a respite for some health conditions worsened by the cold and damp. North Texas summers may be uncomfortable for those sensitive to high heat, as high temperatures over 90 are common. 
  
• Texas does not have a state income tax, which may be beneficial for those budgeting for memory care, especially since retirement income and Social Security benefits are also state tax exempt. Property taxes and sales tax are high, although those in memory care are largely unaffected. 
  
• The cost of living in Richardson is higher than the national average, although the housing category is the main contributor. Grocery costs, utilities and health care are slightly lower than the U.S. average. Higher housing may affect memory care fees. 
  
• The Rockwall area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Parkland Hospital and UT Dallas Center for Brain Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Memory Care costs in Rockwall start around $5,837 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 Rockwall 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.

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.