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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smiths Bend, TX
If your loved one needs memory care in Smiths Bend, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Smiths Bend, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Smiths Bend incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Smiths Bend memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Smiths Bend, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Waco, Clifton and Blum.
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
32 reviews
We have been at Brookdale Lakeshore for 6 years. The care our mother has received, especially since the arrival of the new director has been wonderful. They are truely our extended family.
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.
When you join us at our assisted living community in Waco, Texas, we’ll take care of the responsibilities — housekeeping, laundry, cooking and providing just the right amount of personal assistance and care to make your life easier — so you can spend your days doing exactly what you want....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
45 reviews
I absolutely loved the facility. It had everything mom needed. The staff was very helpful and accommodating upon mother's move in and move out. The meals were well made and I especially enjoyed the dinning...
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.
Create your cozy sanctuary in a spacious, private apartment and engage with friends and neighbors in our charming, home-like environment. Our assisted living community, which provides both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, is nestled on 11 wooded acres on the banks of the Brazos...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.0
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16 reviews
My dad has gained up to a healthy weight. He's not as depressed as he was in other places he has stayed. His laundry and room are always clean. The kitchen is always open and busy. Meals smell and look...
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.
Mercy House Waco is an assisted living community living located in the peaceful town of Waco, McLennan County, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. Designed to serve at least 16 seniors, the community is enclosed with major shops and stores within the neighborhood. Residents get the...
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3.0
Review score
3 reviews
It's worked great! They have changed hands, so it's a little too soon to know how that's going to go. But so far we are pretty happy with them. We don't have any major complaints about the cleanliness, or...
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.
Welcome to Wesley HouseEncouraging independence... while nurturing our resident's needsBehind each of our residents is a fascinating story, and it is our primary focus and pleasure to make living at Wesley House a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. Our residents receive personalized care...
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Smiths Bend, TX
The average cost of senior living in Smiths Bend is $4,517 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Itasca, TX with an average of $3,809 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Smiths Bend
Recent reviews for memory care in Smiths Bend
Arbor House of Waco
5.0
When I heard about Arbor House I wanted to place my husband in their memory care facility. After my husband was at two other facilities, he was accepted. They were very welcoming and everyone treated us like family. They were all very nice and helpful. The staff was very friendly and ...
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The Delaney at Lake Waco
5.0
5 stars on all, we have been very pleased.
I would want others to know just how caring, friendly and informative all of the staff here are.
The room sizes are just fine, they have both individual and shared rooms in memory care.
I would recommend The Delaney at Lake Waco, my sister and I ...
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Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, TX
5.0
Mother has been a resident here for eleven years. The staff is doing a good job. The director and activities coordinator go above and beyond to help residents stay active and involved. The nurse addresses the healthcare needs. Maintenance is very helpful.
Smiths Bend memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiths Bend memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiths Bend, 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 Smiths Bend 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 Smiths Bend that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiths Bend, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Smiths Bend 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 Smiths Bend Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiths Bend, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiths Bend 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 Smiths Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiths Bend, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiths Bend 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 Smiths Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiths Bend, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
60%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiths Bend 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 Smiths Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiths Bend, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbor House of Waco, Brookdale Lakeshore and The Delaney at Lake Waco are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smiths Bend, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Smiths Bend, Texas. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Smiths Bend, Texas are Arbor House of Waco and Lynridge of Waco. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Smiths Bend, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smiths Bend, 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 Smiths Bend, 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 Smiths Bend, Texas ranges from $1780 to $8300. The average Memory Care cost in Smiths Bend, Texas is $4,517. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smiths Bend, Texas typically starts at $1780. 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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