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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Hickston, TX
If you’re looking for assisted living in Hickston, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Hickston or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Hickston.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Hickston for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 32 assisted living facilities in the Hickston area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Shiner, Luling and Stellar.
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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 assisted living in Hickston, TX
The average cost of senior living in Hickston is $4,258 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flatonia, TX with an average of $3,739 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickston, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickston, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Hickston vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Hickston, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hickston, TX
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Private income options in Texas
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VA benefits in Texas
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Medicare and Medicaid in Texas
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What families are saying about assisted living in Hickston
Recent reviews for assisted living in Hickston
Sage Spring Senior Living in San Marcos, TX
4.1
We went with them because the layout of building, it's one story-which we liked better, the staff we were introduced to (but I think they are a bit understaffed, honestly), the location ( easy to get to without having to sit in I35 traffic) and the facility grounds (they aren't surrounded by ...
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Sodalis - San Marcos
5.0
My husband has lived at Sodalis for a few months. I have been extremely pleased with the care and attention he has received while there. [names removed] and the staff have been very compassionate and helpful during this difficult transitional period. My husband enjoys his time there and ...
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Provident Memory Care Buda
5.0
I was extremely happy with the place and highly recommend it. I would recommend the place to talk to Nicole the supervisor for a tour. I knew it was a safe place for my mom. I appreciate the staff going above and beyond to have my mother comfortable, they communicated excellence at all times ...
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Hickston review score based on 96 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 26 Hickston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Hickston 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
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Review subcategories for Hickston 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 96 reviews of 26 Hickston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hickston 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.Hickston, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Hickston assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hickston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hickston, 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 Hickston 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 Hickston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hickston, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Hickston 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 Hickston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hickston, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hickston 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 Hickston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hickston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Hickston 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 Hickston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hickston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hickston 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 Hickston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hickston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hickston
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hickston protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Orchard Park of Kyle, Brookdale San Marcos North and Buda Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hickston, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 32 assisted living facilities near Hickston, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hickston, Texas are Orchard Park of Kyle and Brookdale San Marcos North. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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