Known as “The Jewel” of Texas Hill Country, Canyon Lake provides a relaxed way of living, beautiful natural scenery and plenty of small-town charm. Water recreation is the area’s biggest draw, and the city features eight parks where residents can fish, picnic, camp and watch for wildlife along forested trails. Mild winter weather, low crime rates and a lack of state income tax are just a few reasons people settle in Canyon Lake. It’s home to 21,262 people, and almost 22% are seniors 65 and up.
Assisted living includes 24-hour care, supervision, meals and some medical services. The average monthly price for assisted living in Canyon Lake is $3,599, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is more affordable than the Texas average of $3,998 and the national average of $4,300.
This guide gives an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of assisted living in Canyon Lake, its cost compared to other Texas cities, the cost of other types of long-term care and several free resources for seniors in the city.
"I visited Elan Westpointe. That's probably where I would head with my mother-in-law if I had the choice, but they were full. Their price was good, and the place was bright and cheery. When I went, they had a meal going on. They had activities going o..."
"My mom was a resident of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care. There's nothing that we disliked. We liked it immensely. It felt like home. My mom loved it even though she wasn't there very long. She thrived with what little bit that she had whil..."
"I went to Sodalis Windcrest at San Antonio. It was great. Everything was nice going in. The director was nice. She greeted me. She came to me whenever it was my appointment and showed me around. We went to the suites and studios, and it was good. She..."
"My mother-in-law moved into the assisted living of Orchard Park of Kyle. I think they're really good. The staff is patient, caring, and they go the extra mile. Her apartment is nice with a small kitchen and living room, a huge bedroom, and a bath. Th..."
"I love Franklin Park TPC Parkway. I liked that it had a lot of amenities that I was looking for. I loved the floor plan. The location was kind of number one, too, because it's close to my oldest son. It's about seven miles away from their house, and ..."
"My mother has moved into The Philomena Assisted Living and Memory Care. We chose it basically because it was very close to where I'm living now. It's very nice and very clean. The rooms are nice. The staff members are amazing and take care of everyth..."
"I toured Alexis Pointe of Wimberley Senior Living. I liked that it's in a small town, and it felt very warm. The staff seemed to know all of the folks. They were very open talking to me, and I like the three levels of care in one facility. I only saw..."
13303 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antonio, TX 78247
4.2
(12 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Brookdale Maltsberger. She has been there since February of last year and she loves it. She loves the social aspect of it. She has a nice private room with a little living area and kitchenette. The staff is wonderful and helps..."
"The staff at Camino Real is very friendly. The atmosphere is very homey and very comforting. The rooms are large. There's plenty of outdoor and indoor space. I liked the way the dining room is set up for the meals and the things that the residents ha..."
"Graceland at Garden Ridge was good. There was a slight smell, but it wasn't anything that would deter us. While we were there, they were painting. It's very, very nice to see that they're taking care of their facility. I like that. I met the director..."
"I've toured Brookdale Oakwell, it was very nice and everyone was very courteous. The only thing is I have to prepare in advance for my mom to have the appropriate furniture because we need to provide that. Now she has furniture, but it wouldn't be ap..."
"From the time I walked in, I felt welcomed at Brookdale San Marcos North. I toured for my dad and everyone from the people who work there to the residents stopped us on our visit and told me I should move my dad in. I saw a group playing dominoes, a ..."
"I am very pleased with the care and respect my mother received at the facility. The staff call me to keep me informed of changes. My mother loves the Lord and staff will have Bible study daily with her to keep her spirits lifted. Staff are always smi..."
"I liked Brookdale New Braunfels a lot. I enjoyed it. I was pleasantly surprised by how nice it was and how nice the people were. I liked the model that they showed me and what my mother's living quarters would look like. The staff was very friendly a..."
"My mom was placed in the Heartis San Antonio. I liked it because the person that I talked to was spot on, Very engaged, and very informative. I saw a lot of stuff, she answered our questions and set us up for an appointment, and everything went great..."
"We were not very impressed with Victory Home. They didn't seem very organized nor had a good meal plan. They just loaded everyone up to go to adult day care. The house was not as kept up as we would've liked. They had a living room, but that was it. ..."
"My husband is in Sodalis at San Marcos and it is a very nice, clean place. The staff is very good and they have different activities every day like exercise, playing cards, dominoes, and prayer meetings. The dining area is very clean and good...."
"Before moving to The Army Residence Community, we toured seven other like facilities from Florida to Texas. This community is by far the best value for the money spent than the others we visited. The staff is first class, the food is the best we ha..."
"Swans Landing Assisted Living is a very compassionate family-run business. They don't have many residents, just around 6 to 7, it's a small place. It's very clean and the owner is a nurse practitioner. The meals are home cooked. The room I saw there ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
To the south of Canyon Lake in Corpus Christi, assisted living is somewhat cheaper at $3,260. The capital city of Austin, which is located to the east of Canyon Lake, is more expensive, with prices averaging $4,250. Moving north to Dallas, rates go up to $4,400. Some of the priciest assisted living in Texas can be found in Houston, with seniors paying $4,750 for care.
Canyon Lake
$3,599
Texas
$3,998
The United States
$4,300
Corpus Christi
$3,260
Austin
$4,250
Dallas
$4,400
Houston
$4,750
Paying for Assisted Living in Canyon Lake
Assisted living in Canyon Lake costs an average of $3,599 per month. This is about $700 cheaper than what seniors pay nationwide and $399 less than average prices for Texas as a whole.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Canyon Lake
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services can help seniors find assisted living homes Canyon Lake, Texas, within their budget and that provide the level of care they require. Those with Medicaid, Medicare or SSI income, may be eligible for assisted living financing. The STAR+PLUS serves specific areas of the state, providing an alternative to nursing facility placement and covering the cost of 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 Care
Seniors in Canyon Lake have other choices for long-term care. Homemaker services cost an average of $4,290, which includes light housekeeping, errands, meal preparation and help with activities of daily living. Home health care, which also provides skilled nursing and medical services, is more expensive at $4,385. Adult day care is the most budget-friendly choice at $795. The priciest option is nursing home care, costing $5,338 for a semiprivate room and $6,737 for a private one.
Homemaker Services
$4,290
Home Health Aide
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$795
Assisted Living Facility
$3,599
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)s
$5,338
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$6,737
Note:Care cost data for Canyon Lake was not available, so data for the closest city, San Antonio, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Canyon Lake
Residents of Canyon Lake have access to several nonprofit organizations and government agencies that help senior citizens and people living in long-term care. Through these resources, seniors can find information about financial aid programs, counseling, legal advice and many other services locally and statewide.
AACOG’s Area on Aging serves people 60 and up in Canyon Lake and throughout Comal County. It provides referrals to local resources, Medicare benefits counseling, needs assessments and care coordination services. Seniors who need advice on choosing an assisted living community are welcome to contact its long-term care ombudsman, who also resolves complaints related to long-term care facilities.
Comal County’s Veterans Services Office educates seniors about military pensions, disability compensation and other benefits they might be entitled to. It also helps veterans obtain medical and dental services, as well as admissions to VA hospitals.
CRRC offers a range of social activities, special events and wellness programs for residents of Canyon Lake. Some of the services seniors can get include blood pressure and glucose screenings, loaned medical equipment and financial assistance for low-income seniors.
CCSCF promotes healthy and positive aging through services that help seniors stay engaged with their community. It has programs aimed at reducing the risk of falls and chronic illness, volunteer opportunities, and various recreational activities, including day trips, live concerts, games, and craft classes.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Canyon Lake
Canyon Lake-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.