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201 Watermere Drive, Southlake, TX 76092
4.4
(11 reviews)
"This has been a great place for my 91-year old mother to recuperate from two broken hips and arm. She had many issues. Dr. Hernandez and Katherine N.P. gave her their attention and came up with a perfect health plan. I cannot say enough good things a..."
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1300 Silver Creek Azle Road, Azle, TX 76020
4.4
(7 reviews)
"The staff is very friendly and helpful. My son is there and he has had great care. It is more like a family there. Everyone helps each other. The food is great and this place is very clean. When my son sugar got very high they called me right a wa..."
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2001 E. Kirkwood Boulevard, Southlake, TX 76092
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I toured Silverado Southlake Memory Care Community. It is a first-class operation, but the monthly cost, $11,250, would make it not even worth going to if it is way out of your range. The room size is probably 300 square feet. They have plenty of cle..."
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2424 Ventura, Arlington, TX 76015
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My husband has Huntingtin's Disease and has been a resident at Season's for several years. We had gone through very traumatic experiences at 4 other facilities before we found Jessica and her home-like setting. The genuine care our family has receive..."
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200 East Debbie Lane, Mansfield, TX 76063
4.2
(22 reviews)
"The tour at Isle at Watercrest - Mansfield was really good, and that's why we're choosing it. All of the people there seemed very alert and engaged in what they were doing. Some were doing art, crafts, and music. Some were playing bingo. The staff me..."
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3421 Story Rd W, Irving, TX 75038
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister is currently in Irving, Texas, at Las Brisas Rehab. I visited every week, and it was a wonderful place. It's very clean and never had any smells in it. The staff is fairly good. They're not perfect, but I like the place. She's bedridden rig..."
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1113 Hillside Drive, Keller, TX 76248
4.0
(6 reviews)
"We were blessed to find TLC for my father-in-law (Gran) to live in the last 3 1/2 years of his life. Sophia and the staff are very kind and respectful of their residents. Gran loved them and they loved him too! The house is clean, comfortable, and o..."
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1005 Southwest Third Street, Grand Prairie, TX 75051
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My brother has moved into The Estates at Grand Prairie. We chose them because of a combination of things. Primarily, it's the cost, and another was its proximity to my house, and I like the people that run the place. The facility is fine, and I like ..."
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1219 Holland Lake Dr, Weatherford, TX 76086
4.0
(2 reviews)
"I like the care being provided to my Dad by Hilltop Park Rehab. The staff at that nursing home are friendly and professional.The rooms were adequate, and the food is good. I know they have activities like games and physical therapies, but my dad didn..."
READ MORE3219 Vinson Ct, Irving, TX 75060
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose VIP Living Centers-Irving for my mother-in-law. It's a renovated home that provides the perfect care for her so far. She has only been there for about three weeks, but so far, it is looking good. First of all, it was very difficult to find a..."
READ MORE7903 Tincup Drive, Arlington, TX 76001
4.0
(1 reviews)
"New Era Assisted Living is a small, at-home atmosphere, and the cooks are very good. I like that because it's like a family-type atmosphere, so Jim feels right at home. The other night, they all went out to the movies together. I thought it was clean..."
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3501 Quail Lane, Arlington, TX 76016
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is in Family Care Alternatives. It's been good for the most part. They've been helpful. She's just been there for a little over a week, so we're still making some adjustments and acclimations for what her needs are. She does have more extended..."
READ MORE5519 S. Collins Street, Arlington, TX 76018
3.8
(8 reviews)
"My mom has moved into Castle Rock Senior Community. It's all on one floor, it's very clean, and the rooms are quite spacious. The staff are very attentive and very engaged with the people in the community. However, she has only been there a week, so ..."
READ MORE2815 Medlin Dr., Arlington, TX 76015
3.6
(3 reviews)
"I visited Meadow View and was impressed with John, the Director. He was very involved with his staff and the residents in the community. As a visitor, I felt very comfortable and welcomed by the staff i encountered. ..."
READ MORE402 Duncan Perry Road, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
3.5
(4 reviews)
"I toured several facilities with a new resident and we decided on Magnolia Estates. The small size felt much safer. The doors are always locked and a staff member had to let you in and back out. The rooms are large enough and can be made to feel very..."
READ MORE2200 Peachtree Ln, Lewisville, TX 75067
3.5
(4 reviews)
"My father received wonderful care in the men's home. It boiled down to the competence and attention from the staff. They truly get to know the residents and do their best to attend to their specific needs and wants. The facility is VERY clean, which ..."
READ MORE2501 Oak Hill Dr, Arlington, TX 76006
3.3
(3 reviews)
"I wanna say first that I would recommend this facility to all of the elderly people out here struggling in this world we live in today. My Grandma was well taken care of and watched over patiently. The management & staff made me feel really comfortab..."
READ MORE900 WESTPARK WAY, Euless, TX 76040
2.9
(20 reviews)
"I’m greatful.... I love the physical therapists I work with on my rehab ❤️❤️..."
READ MORE721 DUNAWAY LN, Azle, TX 76020
2.9
(12 reviews)
"The staff here is among the best I have encountered in the last decade that I have been managing my mothers care. They truly do care about her well being and her state of mind. They coddle her and tend to her happiness, such as it is at this stage ..."
READ MORE2001 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, TX 76021
2.3
(9 reviews)
"My dad was at Heartland for rehab and he did his therapy there. It's a nice place. He was at a private room, but when he first took him in, they put him in with another person. The nurses and the aides I love them. They are wonderful. They took care ..."
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Sandy
4.0
Review of Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks
Mom is currently at Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks. I like that they don't immediately put their residents into memory care. They allow them to be in the assisted living as much as possible. The staff...
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Sonja
4.0
Review of Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks
I toured Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks. It was clean inside. I went to its little kitchen area where they served food. I question some of the equipment. The kitchen equipment is aging. They have an old...
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Diretha
4.0
Review of Heritage Place Assisted Living
Heritage Place Assisted Living was nice. I think it was fairly new. The two staff that toured us around were super nice, but it didn't have that homey feel. The whole place was more like a nursing...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living fees in Fort Worth come in around $5,241 per month. By comparison, the state rate runs lower at approximately $4,915, but the national median surpasses care costs in Fort Worth by around $100. In Sherman, monthly fees run almost $1,970 lower than those in Fort Worth, but in Abilene, seniors pay around $560 more for care.
Fort Worth
$5,241
Texas
$4,915
The United States
$5,350
Sherman
$3,274
Tyler
$4,445
Waco
$5,501
Abilene
$5,803
The Texas Department of Health and Human Services can help seniors find assisted living homes within their budget and 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 also covers the cost of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Texas page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Texas page.
With rising inflation rates, assisted living costs have dramatically increased. Current costs in Fort Worth ($2,859) are more than 9% higher than its average in 2022 ($2,610). Local rates are estimated to climb to $3,079 in 2024. However, these rates fall well below the national median of $4,459, and Fort Worth remains an affordable city for senior care compared to the average city in Texas, at $3,300. While current costs in Austin ($2,914) and San Antonio ($3,066) are only slightly higher than in Fort Worth, Houston is significantly more expensive ($3,877).
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | $2,610 | $2,859 | $3,079 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Texas | $3,134 | $3,312 | $3,481 |
| Houston | $3,539 | $3,877 | $4,175 |
| Austin | $2,660 | $2,914 | $3,138 |
| San Antonio | $2,799 | $3,066 | $3,302 |
Fort Worth’s assisted living communities charge around $5,241 monthly for care, providing savings over most other senior care solutions in the city. For example, nursing homes have higher fees of roughly $5,688, and home health care agencies charge around $470 more per month for care. Even so, seniors attending adult day health care facilities pay just $1,950 for care.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$5,241
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$5,688
Note: Since data for Fort Worth is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Dallas, instead.
There are many resources in Fort Worth,TX that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Texas state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County | 888-730-2372 | In Texas, seniors aged 60 and older can access a variety of supportive services through the state's 28 Area Agencies on Aging. These agencies can help with issues including benefits counseling, caregiver education and support and legal counseling, and they can connect seniors to their local Ombudsman program. AAAs can also assist seniors with more practical care concerns, connecting them with local resources, such as meal and nutrition programs, transportation services and respite and in-home care services. |
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | 800-272-3921 | In Texas, seniors aged 60 and older can access a variety of supportive services through the state's 28 Area Agencies on Aging. These agencies can help with issues including benefits counseling, caregiver education and support and legal counseling, and they can connect seniors to their local Ombudsman program. AAAs can also assist seniors with more practical care concerns, connecting them with local resources, such as meal and nutrition programs, transportation services and respite and in-home care services. |
Cash assistance programs in Fort Worth provide financial support to help low-income retirees remain in their own homes for as long as possible. Seniors and caregivers can apply for tax rebates and reductions, discounts on vital services and help covering the cost of heating and cooling their home.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Fleetwood Memorial Foundation - Fort Worth | 817-877-0702 | If you're a retired Texas police officer or firefighter who was injured in the line of duty, you can get a grant to cover the costs of mobility equipment. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Fort Worth seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tarrant Area Food Bank - Fort Worth | 866-430-6143 | The Tarrant Area Food Bank in Fort Worth provides and distributes food to pantries in 13 Texas counties. It also connects eligible homebound participants with home delivery of nutritious food, and it offers a senior-specific program for individuals aged 60 and older who meet income eligibility, based on 130% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. This food assistance program hosts an active database of local food pantries across numerous counties to help locate nearby options. |
| Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County | 817-336-0912 | For older adults, regular hot meals can be the difference between feeling healthy and vibrant or lethargic and tired. Proper food boosts the immune system and is essential for the elderly and those with health care needs. Meals on Wheels is operated by a network of friendly volunteers, with the aim of providing nourishing, nutritious food for those in-need. In addition to meal services, recipients get a check-in from a kind individual. This can give peace of mind to relatives and caregivers who aren't able to stop by and visit their loved ones daily |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Fort Worth collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| REACH of Fort Worth | 817-870-9082 | REACH offers a combination of donated and brand new items to help older adults and those with disabilities remain independent. Vision-related items include task lamps, magnifying lenses, big button phones, CCTV reading machines, clocks and talking watches. Mobility items include wheelchairs, scooters, walkers and canes. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Fort Worth seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Aid of Northwest Texas - Fort Worth | 800-955-3959 | Legal Aid of Northwest Texas is a free service for low-income seniors, offering legal advice that may help seniors deal with estate planning, advance directives, financial planning, elder abuse and other matters that individuals facing cognitive decline might want to address quickly. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program - Fort Worth | 800-252-2412 | The Long Term Care Ombudsman Office advocates for residents of long-term care communities. Representatives investigate these facilities when they receive complaints from residents or families of residents, helping the appropriate regulatory agencies provide resolution. It also offers unbiased help and recommendations for seniors seeking assisted living accommodations, including information about the amenities of different communities and the resources each offers. |
Senior centers in Fort Worth bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tarrant County Aging and Disability Resource Center | 855-937-2372 | Tarrant County's ADRC helps seniors and families understand the types of care available to them, as well as eligibility for Medicaid, Medicare, Veterans programs and other forms of financial assistance. The organization can refer seniors to other agencies, such as Texas Health and Human Services, where required. |
| Serving Our Seniors - Richland Hills | 817-282-0531 | The Serving Our Seniors is a volunteer outreach organization with a mission to help reduce feelings of isolation or loneliness in the elderly, including providing transportation to errands and medical care, companionship and visiting those who are homebound or in long-term care homes. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Fort Worth help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association North Central Texas Chapter - Fort Worth | 800-272-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association's North Central Texas chapter provides information and support to Fort Worth seniors and families affected by Alzheimer's. It hosts in-person and virtual early-stage engagement programs and has a free 24-hour helpline that provides callers with emotional support and practical advice. |
| Dementia Friendly Fort Worth | 817-332-6266 | Dementia Friendly Fort Worth increases dementia awareness in the community and offers a range of education programs for families and caregivers. It hosts online social clubs and support groups for seniors with dementia. The organization also enables individuals to participate in phone-based studies with the University of Florida Life StoryLab and receive a personalized Life StoryBook for a fee. |
| Sixty & Better, Inc | 817-413-4949 | Sixty & Better administers programs for area seniors, such as yoga and Silver Sneakers fitness classes. It also offers social activities, including dances, weekday lunches, card games and bingo tournaments, as well as hobby groups. Some transportation is provided for members. |
| Alzheimer's Texas | 800-367-2132 | Alzheimer's Texas is a nonprofit organization that provides referrals, information and support programs for Texans with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Its services include consultations, educational classes, early-stage support, caregiver support groups and community respite development. Its community-based respite care program provides three to four hours of free care per week for participants, and its early-stage engagement program enables seniors to enjoy fun activities and social events. To learn about eligibility requirements, individuals should contact the 24/7 helpline at (512) 241-0420 or (800) 367-2132. |
Social Security offices in Fort Worth help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth Social Security Offices | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Fort Worth, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Metro | 817-215-8600 | Texans who need help getting around their local area may be eligible for free transportation to and from Medicaid-related services and doctor appointments. This includes visits to the dentist, pharmacist, senior center and for grocery shopping. |
Fort Worth retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tarrant County Veteran Services | 817-531-5645 | The local Veteran Services office screens individuals for eligibility for veterans' home placement, as well as for VA health insurance and medical care coverage. It can also help individuals fill out, submit and follow up on applications for VA veterans' and survivors' pension and Aid and Attendance benefits. |
| Fort Worth Vet Center | 817-921-9095 | The Fort Worth Vet Center in Westworth Village, TX, is open Monday through Friday starting at 8 a.m., and it's closed on weekends. Parking is available in front of the building, or veterans can take the bus. Counseling services are available for those experiencing grief and bereavement, couples and families and returning service members. Mental health care, PTSD care and military sexual trauma care are also accessible, and the center hosts several types of group therapy. |
Fort Worth-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.
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