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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Desert, TX

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If your loved one needs memory care in Desert, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Desert, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Desert incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Desert memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Desert, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Celina, Sherman and Allen.
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top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Anointed Senior Living McKinney, Cariad at North Brook Assisted Living and Memory Care and Redbud Place
zipAverageCost: $5,119

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Photo of Anointed Senior Living McKinney
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9.5
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9.5
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36 reviews
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We have been very pleased with our experience at Anointed. The facility and staff create a very homey, friendly atmosphere. Since the facility is relatively small, my husband and the other residents are...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Offering compassionate memory care services, Villagio of McKinney, was freshly designed to feature a brightly lit, open floor plan designed with comfortable furnishings and decorative home accessories. McKinney residents can bring their own furniture, photographs and other meaningful items so...
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Photo of Cariad at North Brook Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.0
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8.0
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37 reviews
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My Grandfather has had nothing but positive things to say about the staff. We are from a larger community so there are less social events then he is used to but the staff does their best to keep him engaged.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Cariad at North Brook we offer top notch service in a warm, caring environment. We are located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet neighborhood near the All Ruschhaupt Soccer Complex.We welcome both you and your family by offering a private dining room for entertaining guests, overnight...
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58 reviews
7.7
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58 reviews
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I would like to praise all the hard working staff [names removed]. They have been very friendly ,tentative, informative and caring. [name removed] is sweet, helpful, and always working hard in the books...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Redbud Place is located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet tree lined neighborhood on the edge of town. Our comfortable homelike community promotes independence while assisting residents with daily routines such as: Medication management Monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For over 60 years, Hilltop Haven has been a PROVEN AND TRUSTED NAME IN SKILLED NURSING AND RETIREMENT LIVING. Hilltop Haven and Howard Apartments are members of the Christian Care Centers family of senior living communities, currently serving more residents in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and...
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Cost of memory care in Desert, TX

The average cost of senior living in Desert is $5,119 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitewright, TX with an average of $4,391 per month.

Memory care costs in Desert, TX, vs. nearby cities

Desert, TX
$5,119/mo
$4,751/mo

Memory care costs in Desert, TX, vs. state and national averages

Desert, TX
$5,119/mo
$5,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Desert, TX, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,119/mo

Memory care costs in Desert, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,295/mo
Studio
$4,803/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,320/mo

Senior living costs in Desert vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Desert, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDesert, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$5,119/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,865/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,028/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Desert, TX:$5,119/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Desert, TX:$4,865/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Desert, TX:$4,028/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Desert

Recent reviews for memory care in Desert

Brookdale Willows Sherman

4.8
The meals are very good. Staff are caring and work together. The only negative is that the price is too high, in my opinion, and appears to have a yearly increase. We highly recommend Brookdale Willows Sherman to others.

Stonefield Assisted Living and Memory Care in McKinney, TX

5.0
We chose Stonefield Assisted Living and Memory Care because I was very impressed with their staff members and the overall facility. You can tell that the staff members care, they are very good with communication with us and always keep us in the loop. The administration and the directors all ...
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Pecan Point Assisted Living and Memory Care in Sherman, TX

4.3
We were very impressed with the pecan point especially with the cleanliness and how nice everyone was. Once she got moved in they changed directors and things changed a little bit. I’m not as happy as I thought I was going to be but so far it is OK.

Desert memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Desert memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Desert that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Desert, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Desert memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Desert Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Desert, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desert partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desert communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Desert offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desert, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Desert

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Texas memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Desert protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Anointed Senior Living McKinney, Cariad at North Brook Assisted Living and Memory Care and Redbud Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Desert, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Desert, Texas. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Desert, Texas are Avalon Memory Care - Allen and Avalon Memory Care - McKinney Ranch Parkway. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Desert, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Desert, Texas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Desert, Texas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Desert, Texas ranges from $4 to $489900. The average Memory Care cost in Desert, Texas is $5,119. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Desert, Texas typically starts at $4. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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