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If your loved one needs memory care in Ellis County, A Place for Mom can help. With 277 memory care facilities in Ellis County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kleberg, Glen Oaks and Wynnewood Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cedar Hill, Mansfield and Midlothian.

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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Anthology of Highland Park, located steps away from Al Biernat's and the shops of Highland Park. This location is close to ample opportunities for shopping, dining, and exploration. The 11-story high-rise senior living community offers residents spacious private apartments and exceptional...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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We moved our parents into assisted living at Silver Creek nearly 3 years ago when my mom came out of rehab for a hip replacement. Our dad could no longer take care of her (she also had MS and was developing...
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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.
Silver Creek Garland is an assisted living community located on the outskirts of Dallas in the city of Garland, Texas. This lush residential area is home to a nearby football stadium, country club, Lake Ray Hubbard, and more. It offers the perfect mix of shopping, dining, and commercial services...
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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.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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.
Country Club Retirement Community Assisted Living, CCRC, was designed for people who are ready to make transitions in their life, get a little help with the things that are getting more difficult, yet want to hold on to their independence.CCRC Assisted Living opened June 29, 2009. The Assisted...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Ellis County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ellis County is $5,729 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrett, TX with an average of $3,931 per month.

Memory care costs in Ellis County, TX, vs. nearby counties

Ellis County, TX
$5,729/mo
$4,487/mo

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

Ellis County, TX
$5,729/mo
$5,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,729/mo

Memory care costs in Ellis County, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,806/mo
Studio
$4,783/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,899/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,839/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,450/mo

Senior living costs in Ellis County 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: Ellis County, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEllis County, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$5,729/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,359/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,638/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Ellis County, TX:$5,729/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Ellis County, TX:$5,359/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Ellis County, TX:$4,638/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Ellis County

Recent reviews for memory care in Ellis County

Silverado Southlake

4.0
My dad is doing great, it was a little adjustment at first but going good now. We love the facility. It is bright and airy and there is more for them to do. They were my favorite when touring. I like that they can go outside and walk in the garden when he wants. They also have a mini golf course ...
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The Healthcare Resort of Plano

5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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The Pearl Senior Living in Lewisville, TX

5.0
Inspired Living in Lewisville is so lovely. The facility is beautiful. The staff are helpful & kind. And the food is super yummy, according to my mom. Thank you [name removed] for finding this place for us. You are the BEST.

Ellis County review score based on 1,641 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1641 reviews of 226 Ellis County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellis County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ellis County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Ellis County, TX226 facilities
8.5
Waxahachie, TX7 facilities
8.5
Bardwell, TX197 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellis County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,641 reviews of 226 Ellis County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ellis County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ellis County, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Ellis County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellis County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellis County, 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 Ellis County 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 Ellis County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.6%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.2%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.1%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellis County 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 Ellis County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.4%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellis County 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 Ellis County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.2%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
66.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellis County 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 Ellis County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.9%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
59.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.4%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellis County 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 Ellis County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellis County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.4%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.2%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
79.2%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.3%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Ellis County

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 Ellis County protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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