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Photo of Redbud Place
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8.5
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56 reviews
8.5
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56 reviews
5 star
45%
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30%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
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7%
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My loved one is currently a resident at Redbud Place and the overall experience has been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The meals are good. The care services are also great. I...
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.
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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Photo of Anointed Senior Living McKinney
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8.4
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34 reviews
8.4
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34 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
12%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
12%
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Anointed Senior Living is a beautiful newly remodeled facility. This team is incredibly kind and accommodating. The staff are amazing! They care so deeply for residents, even down to birthday parties with...
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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11 Floor plan available
7.4
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33 reviews
7.4
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33 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
15%
3 star
3%
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0%
1 star
18%
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Our overall experience has been good. I like the idea of someone always being there to watch them 24/7. also, this place is not that big and I like that. They have great family get together parties almost...
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 New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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22 Floor plans available
3.0
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2 reviews
3.0
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We chose Harrison House because it was the first one I looked at. I needed to get him into someplace quickly and they had availability. The room sizes at the facility are plenty of space for what he needs....
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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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
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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 Merit, TX

The average cost of senior living in Merit is $4,861 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Union Valley, TX with an average of $4,203 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merit, TX vs. nearby cities

Merit, TX
$4,861/mo
$5,220/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merit, TX vs. the state and national average

Merit, TX
$4,861/mo
$4,718/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Merit vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,861/mo
$5,141/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Merit, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$5,295/mo
Studio
$4,753/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,320/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merit, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Merit.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merit

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merit

New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wylie

5.0
We can't say enough good things about New Haven! [name removed] runs an excellent facility. The staff is super friendly, [name removed] and [name removed] are amazing cooks and go out of their way to prepare meals that everyone wants, it's very clean, and just an overall "family" atmosphere.

Colonial Oaks at Rockwall

5.0
Colonial Oaks has been a great fit for my mother. She is much happier and has eased a great deal of our anxiety.We would recommend Colonial Oaks.

The Ivy of McKinney

4.9
We chose The Ivy at McKinney because the food served is more like my moms home cooking and she fit in well with the crowd here. The value for the money is excellent especially for everything we get. Every apartment has their own washer and dryer which has been a big plus and the staff will come ...
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Merit review score based on 32 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 7 Merit assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merit 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

Merit review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Merit, TX7 facilities
8.3
Farmersville, TX343 facilities
8.3
Celeste, TX279 facilities

Review subcategories for Merit 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 32 reviews of 7 Merit assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merit 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.
Merit, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.1
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.8
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Merit assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merit assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merit, 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 Merit 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 Merit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
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
57.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merit 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 Merit Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merit 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 Merit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Merit 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 Merit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merit 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 Merit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merit, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merit

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 Merit protect seniors.

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Avalon Memory Care - Allen, Village on the Park McKinney and Legend of McKinney are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merit, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Merit, Texas. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Merit, Texas is Legend of McKinney. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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