Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Houston, TX below include 180 memory care communities with 1487 reviews. On average in Houston, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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6336 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77057
2.2
(4 reviews)
"We went to The Tradition - Woodway this morning. It was very clean. The staff was very friendly, and seemed to know quite a bit about it. They have a swimming pool, a hair salon, a man's Cave with billiards, a golf simulator, a library, a workout roo..."
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15505 Tuckerton Road, Houston, TX 77095
"Avalon Memory Care has gone to great lengths to provide a mode of care that is uniquely tailored to the special needs of the Alzheimer�s vic..."
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1321 Park Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77077
4.5
(12 reviews)
"My mom moved into Parkway Place three weeks ago. It's safe. The people are extremely attentive and helpful. And the place is modern and clean. They have one and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. And then they have breakfast, lunch, and dinne..."
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777 North Post Oak Road, Houston, TX 77024
4.1
(30 reviews)
"My husband has moved to The Forum At Memorial Woods. He is in their memory care. The caretakers are very friendly and attentive, and the community itself seemed lively. His room is excellent and the staff are helpful. I only experienced one meal ther..."
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10225 Cypresswood Dr., Houston, TX 77070
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Our loved one is treated respectfully, the activities are engaging and the food is great. Everyone has been so kind and helpful during the transition and they always keep our loved ones needs first. Our family can’t thank them enough and we have ..."
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8524 Copperbrook Dr, Houston, TX 77095
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My parents are at Autumn Grove Cottage - Copperfield, and it's been wonderful. The staff is extremely caring, easy to communicate with, and happy to meet the individual needs of the clients. Because of the pandemic, I haven't been allowed inside, but..."
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505 Bering Dr., Houston, TX 77057
4.0
(11 reviews)
"Brookdale Tanglewood pleased my friend greatly. That's where he wants to go. They have a very full calendar. We didn't get to participate in any of the activities, but we definitely went through the calendar with him. Everything that he needs are the..."
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14225 Crescent Landing Dr, Houston, TX 77062
4.6
(3 reviews)
"It was excellent, the staff was excellent, and it seemed very nice. The rooms were spacious and nice. It was a nice facility...."
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1725 Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX 77077
4.3
(3 reviews)
"It is very prestigious. The other places that I visited recommended them as being the best for difficult patients, like with cases of violence or hallucinations. I could see an environment where the patients were very happy. It was luxurious and almo..."
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11395 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77082
4.5
(2 reviews)
"The Reserve at Royal Oaks is small. So, there's a nice ratio between nurses and residents. They're very helpful in the process of moving Mom in. It's an extremely well-done and well-designed community. There are hallways of rooms in little neighborho..."
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5600 Chenevert St, Houston, TX 77004
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My husband is in Silverado Hermann Park. It's excellent. The staff is very caring, very efficient, and knowledgeable. I can't say enough; they're just wonderful. The whole place is very well run. The food is great. It's great all around. His room is ..."
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8119 S. Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77071
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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..."
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1842 Hollister Rd Houston, TX 77080, Houston, TX 77080
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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..."
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11718 Bedford Street, Houston, TX 77031
3.3
(3 reviews)
"I was looking for an assisted living place that would be able to care for my mom who was bedridden, had a bedsore and was on hospice. I looked at about 10 different facilities till I decided on Bedford Residence. I liked the small community feel an..."
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10818 Overbrook Lane, Houston, TX 77042
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Our experience with Autumn Years has been very positive. It includes small personal care home, it's clean, and so far they seem to be giving my mom really good care. I've been impressed with the whole operation. I've been there several times when she..."
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12142 Seventh St, Houston, TX 77072
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My tour yesterday to Home Sweet Home was good. The community was not bad, but the price was pretty high for that place. I also expected a nice dining or nice stable setting, and there wasn't. I didn't like the location at all too, but the person who ..."
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4710 W Bellfort St., Houston, TX 77035
"Your twilight years are all about you being you. At The Heritage of Meyerland, we offer the support residents need to explore each new day w..."
READ MORE2111 Willowlake Dr, Houston, TX 77077
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21803 Oak Park Trails Drive, Katy, TX 77450
5.0
(1 reviews)
"It was a great facility. It's relatively small, and it's very clean. They're very caring for their people and helped us out with everything we needed and even gave us references that we talk to people that had loved ones there, and they were just awe..."
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1110 Lakeview Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77478
5.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom is currently at Optimum Personal Care. The staff is excellent. They seem to be more motivated and more personally interested in the residents than the other places we'd been to. The staff is just superb. The rooms are quite nice. They're all s..."
READ MOREThe most expensive city for memory care in Texas is Victoria, which has a monthly average cost of $7,000 — almost $1,700 more than Houston. The typical senior in the least expensive city of Texarkana pays just $3,463 per month, while those in the state capital of Austin pay an estimated $6,681 each month. Waco and San Angelo are both among the most affordable options in the state, at $3,500 and $3,750, respectively.
Houston
$5,306
Texas
$4,998
The United States
$5,625
Victoria
$7,000
Texarkana
$3,463
Austin
$6,681
Waco
$3,500
San Angelo
$3,750
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
In Houston, the average senior pays $5,306 per month for memory care. This is approximately $300 more than the Texas state average of $4,998. Costs in Houston are lower than the national median of $5,625.
In Houston, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Texas page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Texas page.
Adult day care is the least costly option for senior care in Houston at an average of $1,099 per month. Assisted living is the next most affordable option with a typical monthly cost of $4,245. Seniors opting to stay at home pay an average of $4,576 for home care or home health care. The most expensive option is nursing home care at around $5,262 for a semiprivate room.
Adult Day Care
$1,099
Assisted Living
$4,245
Home Care
$4,576
Home Health Care
$4,576
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$5,262
Memory Care
$5,306
There are many resources in Houston, Texas that assist seniors in their retirement. AssistedLiving.org 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County Area Agency on Aging | 800-213-8471 | 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. |
| Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging | 800-437-7396 | 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. |
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 Houston seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Programs - Houston | 832-393-4301 | Baytown's Area Agency on Aging's nutrition programs include home-delivered meals brought directly to seniors through its Meals on Wheels program, through which volunteers deliver food to homebound residents throughout Harris County. Programs also include dining at local community centers between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and free transportation to help seniors travel to and from congregate meal sites. |
| Bay Area Meals on Wheels | 832-240-6515 | 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. |
| Meals on Wheels Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston | 713-533-4900 | 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. |
| YWCA Houston Meals on Wheels | 832-504-6324 | 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 Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project - Houston | 855-825-7787 | This charity has a medical equipment program for disabled people. Here, qualifying seniors can gain access to free wheelchairs, canes, walkers and other mobility devices. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Volunteer Lawyers | 713-228-0735 | Local lawyers offer free or reduced rate service in civil matters for seniors who meet certain income guidelines. This can include representation in court for cases of fraud or elder neglect, or filing for divorce or bankruptcy. The lawyers can also draft legal documents including wills, power of attorney, and trusts. |
| Lone Star Legal Aid - Houston | 800-733-8394 | When seniors need assistance with situations such as facing unlawful nursing home discharges, being evicted, creating trusts and undertaking civil legal matters, Lone Star Legal Aid may be able to assist at no charge. Lone Star Legal Aid offers various levels of assistance to low-income seniors and may represent clients in court, assist with document preparation or point inquiries to the appropriate self-help information. |
| Senior Justice Assessment Center (SJAC) | 713-394-4000 | The Senior Justice Assessment Center (SJAC) is a project of the Harris County Resources for Children and Adults. Together with the Guardianship Program, which looks after seniors who can no longer care for themselves, the SJAC helps seniors aged 65 and over in the Houston area who are victims of crime, abuse, neglect or exploitation. Coordinating with law enforcement, social workers and licensed Texas attorneys, the SJAC offers free advice and assistance with legal issues for seniors and their families. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Houston have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County Community Services Department Home Repair Program | 832-927-4957 | Harris County's Home Repair Program is a potential way for low-income seniors to rehabilitate their dwellings. Income and asset limits apply, and recipients must be up to date on property tax payments. Seniors 62 years of age and older may be able to access up to $20,000 for small-scale home repairs and accessibility modifications, and larger amounts are possible for bigger projects. |
Senior centers in Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Care Connection Aging & Disability Resource Center | 855-937-2372 | Care Connection is a federally recognized Aging & Disability Resource Center that serves seniors and disabled adults in Missouri City and the greater Houston area. It offers benefits consultations and connects residents to programs that offer transportation, caregiver training and community-based long-term care, such as assisted living. |
| Easter Seals of Greater Houston | 713-838-9050 | This is a community outreach program that offers assistive technology and supplies or equipment for individuals with disabilities. These can include mobility aids or communication technology, plus training in the use of each piece of equipment. This is a needs-based program open to all adults who qualify in the greater Houston area. |
| PINNACLE Center | 832-471-2760 | The PINNACLE Center hosts free programs for Fort Bend County residents aged 50 and older. Services include fitness classes, social services and veterans' assistance. The center also holds monthly financial planning and podiatry care sessions. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) - Brazos Valley Regional Office | 979-595-2800 | RSVP is a volunteer organization that provides exclusive opportunities to those aged 55 and over. Seniors can contact the Brazos Valley Regional Office to learn more about local opportunities, which may include volunteering in schools, helping communities develop Disaster Preparedness programs and helping qualified families enroll in supplemental food programs. |
| Houston & Southeast Texas Alzheimer's Association | 800-272-3900 | This regional chapter of the Alzheimer's Association has been serving seniors and their caregivers in the greater Houston area since 1980. It offers outreach, education, early-stage intervention programs and memory care consultations. Regional managers in the Brazos Valley host free educational events that explain the disease, detail common warning signs and offer tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Assistance by phone is available 24 hours a day, and the organization manages an active online community. |
Social Security offices in Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Houston 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 Houston, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Metro Senior Fare Cards | 713-635-4000 | Seniors aged 62 and older are eligible for a reduced fare card to ride the Houston Metro, a bus and light rail public transportation system. Wheelchair-accessible rides and paratransit services are available on request. |
| Senior Rides and More | 713-772-8181 | Senior Rides and More is a free service that helps residents aged 60 and over travel conveniently throughout Northwest and Southwest Houston. The organization's volunteers use their own vehicles to take seniors to appointments and shop for groceries, staying with them at all times for the senior's safety and to provide companionship. When volunteers aren't available, Senior Rides and More uses taxis. |
Houston 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Southwest Vet Center | 713-523-0884 | The Houston Southwest Vet Center, located in Houston, TX, provides a variety of resources and services for veterans and currently enlisted members of the U.S. military and their families. Mental health care, PTSD care, returning service member care and other counseling resources are available confidentially and at no cost. Although in-person appointments are available, services are also offered via phone or video. Help with information about filing for VA benefits, including medical assistance, is available. |
| Houston West Vet Center | 713-682-2288 | The Houston West Vet Center offers area veterans confidential counseling and support. Trained professionals help veterans and service members learn about VA medical and education benefits, how to apply and what forms to fill out. They also provide guidance for those seeking housing and loans. The center partners with local organizations, such as the Texas Veteran Commission, to offer employment opportunities. Mental health counseling is available for depression, stress, grief, anger, PTSD and military sexual trauma. |
| Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center | 713-791-1414 | Located in Houston, TX, the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is a veteran's hospital that provides comprehensive health care services. Primary care is available along with a vast range of specialties. Podiatrists handle foot and ankle care, while cardiologists help manage conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. The center's expertly staffed departments handle cancer care, substance abuse, audiology and speech, dermatology, dental care, gastroenterology, internal medicine and hematology. A lab, surgical procedures and a pharmacy are available. |
| Spring Vet Center | 281-537-7812 | The Spring Vet Center in Houston, TX, offers comprehensive services to veterans and service members in a confidential, nonmedical setting. Veterans can learn more about their VA medical and education benefits and how to enroll, or they can receive referrals to their local Veterans Service Organization for further support. Couples, family, grief and bereavement counseling are available, and mental health counseling is provided to help veterans struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety and anger using evidence-based techniques. |
The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) regulates long-term care providers, including memory care facilities in Houston and across the state of Texas. The department issues licenses to care facilities and ensures they are following all state and federal regulations by conducting regular inspections. Facilities must follow all regulations listed in the terms of their license.
Houston Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Texas are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Texas page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Terry
5.0
Review of The Solana at Vintage Park
We like the fact that The Solana Vintage Park is such an intimate facility. Mom is there and they provide that one-on-one personal experience for the residents. The staff-to-resident ratio is...
Memory Care
Ronald
4.0
Review of The Pines at Oakhurst
I visited The Pines at Oakhurst's memory care. It's a converted home, and there's nothing wrong with the conversion, from what I've seen. They typically do a good job when they do conversions like...
Memory Care
Dora9
5.0
Review of Novellus Kingwood
I toured Novellus Kingwood. I just popped in there unannounced, but they showed me around. They were very nice. They were very attentive and answered all of my questions. They were very...
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