Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Bellaire, TX below include 302 Assisted Living facilities with 1787 reviews. On average in Bellaire, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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"My parents are at Larry’s Lake House. The staff has been wonderful, so far. They have only been there a couple of weeks, but they have been really good. The food is very good...."
"Northgate has been a God send to my good friend. The staff is exceptionally driven to provide the best to its residents. The facility has the feel of a home, it’s always welcoming and clean. The measure of dignity the residents are afforded is like I..."
"Our mother has been at Grace Residential Care for 2 years now. If I could rate the care, love, and attention to detail the team at Grace provides to our mother and their other patients, I would rate them a “10”. The team is led by an amazing nurse n..."
"My husband was I. Their care for about 5 mo the. He was diagnosed with progressive Alzheimer’s and was given 6 months to live. He got excellent care here and I was informed daily of his health. The staff was so encouraging and loving to both of us..."
"My mom has moved into Continued Stay Residential Care. It's closer to home. It's very clean and fresh inside there. Right now, they only have two people there. The director and the owner are very professional and very nice. The meals are very delicio..."
"I toured Faith Home Personal Home Care facilities before recommending it for your loved one. I liked its interior,it was comfortable and homey (some other places in town I toured was a little depressing, with a smell/ very institutional. Faith Home ..."
"Brazos Towers at Bayou Manor was a lovely place. There were three women I met with who were residents, and we had coffee together, and I was able to ask questions of them and hear their experiences. They had all lived there for eight years. They were..."
"My dad is at Cura at Homebridge and it's been a very good experience. The people are excellent, and the staff is very nice. They're good communicators. They are very understanding, very helpful, and very accommodating. It's a home, rather than a hote..."
"Gentle Hands Personal Care Home is extremely clean. It is three minutes from my house, so I can walk over there. It's very nice. I like it. My friend likes it, too. It's clean. The people are just really friendly and I go over there and see her and s..."
"My sister-in-law is at Combined Glory. Their staff has been very upbeat and happy anytime we show up. They are happy to let you come unannounced which means they are doing their job. I have nothing but high praises for them. I like their house settin..."
"I knew Amazing Grace was a great place for Memaw immediately when i walked in. It smelled fresh and clean and also the staff was very helpful from the beginning. They offered us a tour of the facility and answered any questions that we had. But m..."
"The caregivers are very kind and loving. The facility is very clean and has a warm and inviting environment; it feels like "home." My friend says she feels loved and enjoys being with the caregivers and the other residents.
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"Mom moved to Assisted Living by Unlimited Care Cottages (Mimi Cottage). I would have been comfortable putting her in at the other places I looked at, but this one felt a little bit more homey, and everything just seemed much more organized and quiet...."
"Maritt Senior Living is very nice and clean. We really like it so far, as well as my mother. It’s in a good neighborhood too. I am happy with the services so far.
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"My wife moved into Braeburn Manor Assisted Living Center. When I was there to interview my impression was that it was flawless. I was shown the different rooms available, the kitchen area was separate from the living room and dining room, and they ke..."
"When I had to make that difficult decision for care for my husband, I visited many assistant living locations. This was all new to me and scary at the same time. I asked a lot of questions and had high expectations. Very happy I found Ultimate Ca..."
"I am a resident of Watercrest at Kingwood Garden Village. They have access to occupational therapy and therapists on a voluntarily. They have a lot of activities of various types that the people here can participate in. Most of the people are members..."
"This is a unique community with a special mission. The operation is designed to accommodate the needs of residents with different levels of cognitive impairments. Rather than blending them all together, they separate them by acuity and provide them w..."
"My grandmother has moved into New Chapter Independent Living. It's been an excellent experience. Melissa made the whole process very smooth. She communicated with the caseworker at the hospital about things that I didn't know about. It's more like sh..."
"I like Com For Care Assisted Living - Leader 2 Home because it's small. I think they only have 8 or 9 residents at this location and so mom's care is wonderful. The staff is great and they're taking good care of her. She seems to be comfortable when ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Bellaire, TX and Nearby Cities
Assisted living rates vary considerably across Texas depending on local living costs. The cheapest surveyed city for this type of care is Texarkana where older adults pay hundreds below the state median at $2,600 monthly. In the Austin area, monthly rates are closer to the national median at $4,250, and in Dallas, facilities charge $4,400 for care. Bellaire is among the pricier cities in Texas for care with facilities charging $4,750. In McAllen, rates are the highest in the state at $5,075.
Bellaire
$4,750
Texas
$3,998
The United States
$4,300
Austin Area
$4,250
Dallas
$4,400
Texarkana
$2,600
McAllen Area
$5,075
Paying for Assisted Living in Bellaire
Bellaire seniors pay $4,750 per month on average for assisted living. This is nearly 20% higher than the state median of $3,998. It’s also several hundred dollars higher than the national median of $4,300.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bellaire
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Bellaire, TX
Assisted living rates in Bellaire average $4,750 per month, making it among the pricier local care options. The only type of care that’s more expensive is nursing home care, which costs $5,627 for shared rooms and $7,635 for private. Older adults may save several hundred dollars per month by opting for homemaker services or home health aide care, which cost $4,290. Adult day health care is the most economical solution at $1,138.
Home Health Aide
$4,290
Home Health Aide
$4,290
Adult Day Health Care
$1,138
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,627
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$7,635
Note: Care cost data for Bellaire was not available, so data for the closest city, Houston area, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Bellaire
Several nonprofit agencies and programs serve older adults in Bellaire by helping them find the care they need, identify public benefits that may pay for assisted living and connect with community-based services. The following table features local resources that provide free and low-cost services to help older adults find the assisted living solution that’s right for them.
Bellaire’s L.I.F.E. program is for city residents aged 50 and over and provides a broad range of social and recreational activities. The program operates out of Bellaire City Hall and includes themed crafts, afternoon movies, games and holiday parties. It also organizes trips to local attractions, such as the Houston Forensic Science Center, the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and the Houston Botanical Gardens. Membership is free.
The Harris County Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that provides free and low-cost services to Bellaire residents aged 60 and over. It has benefits counselors who help seniors’ determine their eligibility for state and federal programs that may cover assisted living expenses as well as health promotion programs, nutrition services and a long-term care ombudsman.
Harris County Veterans Services helps older veterans in Bellaire obtain community-based services, such as medical care, transportation services and financial counseling. The office can also screen veterans for benefits that may reduce their health care expenses, such as veterans’ home placement, pension programs and Aid and Attendance.
RSVP of Southeast Texas provides volunteer opportunities for older adults in the Bellaire region. Seniors get one-on-one help with finding opportunities that fit their interests and abilities, on-site training and free supplemental insurance. Volunteers may help children through early-intervention programs, provide over-the-phone health insurance counseling or friendly phone calls and assist communities with developing disaster preparedness programs.
HICAP provides health insurance options counseling to Texas residents who are eligible for Medicare. Seniors can call the state helpline for one-on-one assistance from trained volunteers who help them determine their health insurance coverage for assisted living and get answers to questions regarding their Medicare benefits, Medicaid eligibility and Medicare Advantage and Medigap options.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bellaire
Bellaire-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Pedro
5.0
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Com for Care Assisted Living
Com for Care Assisted Living is small, but they're more focused on the patients. My mom has been there for a week now. The staff members are great. My mom speaks Spanish mostly, and the staff...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of The Gardens of Bellaire
I recently moved my mother into the Gardens of Bellaire. The facility has a more vibrant and "homey" feel to it relative to other places I visited. The apartment was clean with good natural light....
Provider response
Thanks for this lovely feedback. It was wonderful to read that the warm and welcoming vibe at The Gardens of Bellaire drew you in, and that Cherlaine and the rest of our team was able to quickly...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of The Gardens of Bellaire
My dad is at the Gardens of Bellaire. It had a homey feel. It felt more personal and not so institutionalized. The staff members are personable and attentive. They offer bingo. They have chair...
Provider response
We're honored your father calls The Gardens his home, and we're glad to read you feel the warm and homey nature of the community whenever you visit. Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with...