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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
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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I am able to work at ease while Forest Cove and staff deliver excellent care to my father. Forest Cove should sue people that slander and assassinate their character. I could not afford many of the Dementia,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Forest Cove Assisted Living Forest Cove Assisted Living is a senior care home located in Humble, Texas in Harris County. Located just 20 miles north of downtown Houston, the city of Humble is a bedroom community that has a population of 15,133 residents. The community has a number of local parks...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Marsh Personal Care is senior care home situated in the beautiful and tranquil city of Houston, Texas in Harris County. Our community is recognized for the beautiful scenery of natural vegetation in the region. We are happy to provide a cool residence that is free from noise or air pollution. Our...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Tender Care Assisted Living has been unbelievably accommodating to all of our special needs and requests, and we have had a lot. The staff is really caring. They have wonderful people there that will do...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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
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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, 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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Shouldn't you feel at home in a nursing center? At Silsbee Convalescent Center, you will. That's what many of our residents tell us. Our Administrator of 29 years and Director of Nurses of 24 years are two good reasons why. Another is our staff who are dedicated to providing the best possible...
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The staff at this community have been very helpful to my loved one and have provided him with great quality of care. He has a few problems with remembering things from time to time so I like the fact that...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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The owner of this Assisted living owns 2 homes, on with about 5 to 6 people, and another with 1 to 2. When we moved my loved one in, the care was good but she did not have anyone to socialize with. The other...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mercy Elderly Assisted Living is located in Spring, TX in Harris County. Our residential care home gives you the comfort that you are seeking in an area that is a part of Houston and a great area to call home. Those who spend time in Spring enjoy all that the area has to offer including the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in Ames, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ames is $4,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dayton, TX with an average of $3,926 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ames, TX, vs. nearby cities

Ames, TX
$4,604/mo
$3,958/mo
$4,416/mo

Assisted living costs in Ames, TX, vs. state and national averages

Ames, TX
$4,604/mo
$4,821/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Ames, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,604/mo
$4,785/mo

Assisted living costs in Ames, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,493/mo
Private
$5,538/mo
Studio
$4,880/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,912/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,766/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,695/mo

Senior living costs in Ames 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: Ames, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAmes, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,604/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,785/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,583/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ames, TX:$4,604/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ames, TX:$4,785/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ames, TX:$2,583/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ames, TX

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What families are saying about assisted living in Ames

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ames

The Tradition - Woodway in Houston, TX

4.9
The staff is great, if you can afford the community it is beautiful. The community is flexible and accommodating and the community has gone above and beyond. Communication is great and they keep us well informed and updated. I have the cell numbers of everyone and they are all very quick to ...
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Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX

5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.

Serenity Gardens Friendswood

4.7
The atmosphere is positive at Serenity Garden. As small as the staff is they work hard. The room was great for our loved one. The food was good. I initially saw board games, and I didn't see them on return visits. The community did try to get the residents involved in different ...
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Ames review score based on 934 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 934 reviews of 171 Ames assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ames review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Ames review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Ames, TX171 facilities
8.8
Liberty, TX15 facilities
8.6
Hardin, TX151 facilities

Review subcategories for Ames assisted living

When assisted living 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 934 reviews of 171 Ames assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ames resident and family assisted living 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.
Ames, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Ames assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ames assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ames, 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 Ames assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ames that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ames, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ames assisted living

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 Ames Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ames, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ames assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ames partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ames, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
53.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ames assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ames communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ames, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ames assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ames offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ames, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ames

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ames protect seniors.
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Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Lucas Court and The Wellington at Conroe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ames, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 192 assisted living facilities near Ames, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ames, Texas are Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Chesapeake Bay and Lucas Court. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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