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Photo of Avalon Memory Care - 7204 Hwy 287
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I would give each category a 5. The building always smells and looks clean. The ladies in this building are always friendly with me and my person as well as with the rest of the residents. The qualities care...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Avalon Memory Care - 7204 Hwy 287 is an Alzheimer's memory care community located in the city of Arlington in the county of Tarrant in a suburb of Dallas. Living in a suburb of Dallas, seniors have remarkable access to activities, shopping, culture, dining, recreation, and services. The city is...
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Sometimes difficult to get actual nursing needs right away, such as administering medicine. However, we like the Friendly staff. My mother benefits from physical and occupational therapy on-site. Therapists...
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.
Glorious sunny apartments, customized levels of care, at-your-service amenities, a way of life designed for your pleasure... Once you experience the resort lifestyle of Isle at Watercrest-Mansfield, TX, you'll never want to leave. And you won't have to, even if your health care needs change....
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9.6
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85 reviews
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My MIL lived at Brookdale Lake Highlands for right at 2 years and her care was exceptional. We originally placed her in the assisted living side, but it became apparently quickly that she needed memory...
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.
Retirement is the time to indulge yourself, to live purposefully and re-ignite some of those passions that got left by the wayside throughout the years. At our community in Dallas, Texas, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we’re here to help you live your...
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Everything has been great except the food needs help. It was good at the beginning but now it's not so. Too much Mexican according to my mom. After she's been there this year they tried to increase her rent...
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.
The Vantage at Cityview provides the highest quality of geriatric care, assisted and independent living in the Fort Worth, Texas area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and...
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9.6
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It was excellent. They were awesome. Mom was only in there 6 days before she passed. But. They were 5 stars. The entire place was clean. Residents see. Staff. Did a great job. I felt like they cared....
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.
Our community provides an assisted living lifestyle so you retain the independence you want while getting a helping hand when you need it. We’re located in Weatherford, Texas, just a short drive from all the city amenities of Fort Worth, yet we retain a small-town, all-American charm. Create your...
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What I found true with Avalon is that most of the staff there genuinely cares about the family and residents. The meals are balanced and healthy and it's very clean. They handled my mom's end of life care...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...
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We were very pleased. There is a ton of light in all the apartments which is really nice. The staff is very kind and friendly. The building is beautiful and the grounds are really well cared for.
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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I have seen the schedule of events which are great. Mom really likes the food. Everything looks very clean and well decorated. Mom is struggling because her hearing is so bad, even with her hearing aids, and...
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.
At our retirement community, which offers independent and assisted living options for seniors, you can return to that busy social life you once enjoyed or finally pursue a long-held passion. If you need a little assistance with dressing, managing your medications and other personal tasks, we’re...
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We researched several facilities before deciding on Avalon Memory Care for our beloved Aunt and we are very happy with our decision. Avalon provided excellent care and services over many years. We cannot say...
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.
At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...
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Photo of Avalon Memory Care - Crestmere Drive
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My sister is new to Avalon so we don't have a point of comparison yet. My responses on numbers 6 and 7 are based on responses from my sister.
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.
SKILLED HANDS... CREATIVE MIND... COMPASSIONATE HEARTS That's what we deliver to ensure that our residents get the best in Alzheimer's care. We at AVALON consider them to be the basic tools of our trade. Since inception, we've been using our hands, minds and hearts, to care for people with a...
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Photo of Signature Pointe
2121 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.5
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129 reviews
9.5
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I'm concerned that only 1 elevator is working and has been for a long time. The cleanliness is hit or miss. I love the location and know my person is being taken care of. The recent gym remodel is great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Signature Pointe!At Signature Pointe, our commitment is to provide residents with the care and support they need to lead rewarding, dignified lifestyles.Signature Pointe offers seniors independent living, assisted living, skilled healthcare, and Alzheimer's care in a carefully planned...
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Photo of Brookdale Club Hill
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The activities director is amazing and staff is generally friendly sometimes it's hard to hear back from administrative staff. I wish they would keep the hallways a little cooler in the summertime. My mom...
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.
When you step onto our campus, our beautiful landscaped grounds have the same ambiance as an upscale country club. Our premier senior living community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area offers excellent independent and assisted living options. Covered walking paths meander through our campus so our...
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Photo of Brookdale Farmers Branch
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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The entire staff has been helpful. [name removed], who has mainly been in charge of the care and medications, is nothing short of a miracle maker. There had been so many people from doctors to pharmacist...
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.
If you’re ready to live an active life of leisure, our community, which provides assisted living and memory care services, is the place for you. We’re nestled on five acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Farmers Branch, Texas, part of the Greater Dallas Area, and conveniently located near...
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Photo of The Waterford on Cooper
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33 Floor plans available
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I loved their MC department, Everyone is so nice to the family members and residents- the activities are always going on! Thank you Waterford on Cooper! You guys rock! I recommend this MC to families that's...
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.
Waterford on Cooper is a single story community tucked away on a tree filled lot in an established neighborhood, across from Rolling Hills Country Club. Our residents enjoy visiting on the front porch watching hummingbirds, butterflies and the golfers chase their little white balls. We are...
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Photo of Bethesda Gardens Frisco
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Unfortunately, [name removed] did not adapt well to the environment. She also had a setback that forced us to find a higher level of care for her. I would still say it is a good place if the elderly person...
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.
Located just minutes from nearby fine dining and abundant shopping in downtown Frisco, Bethesda Gardens Frisco offers a vibrant, engaging senior community for our residents to safely enjoy.Whether you are relaxing in one of our three beautifully landscaped courtyards or taking part in an exciting...
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Photo of The Preserve at Spring Creek
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My dad is very happy there. [Name removed] was very helpful and informative when we were looking into the place. We asked for a tour three different times to show my dad and siblings.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Preserve at Spring Creek is a premier Retirement, Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in Garland, Texas, that serves Garland, Plano, and the surrounding regions. No matter where you’ve lived before, we’d be honored to have you call the Preserve at Spring Creek...
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Photo of Legacy Oaks of Azle
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Staff is great and helpful, only complaint from my mother-in-law is the food. She used to work in the catering business, so she's more knowledgeable in that area. She's been in the assisted living part of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Senior living with a passionate purpose. That’s what every resident at Legacy Oaks of Azle looks forward to each day. No matter the level of care or services — from the carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle offered in independent living to the individually personalized plans we use to empower and...
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Went to participate with family for an Elvis luau, food was great, music was fun and upbeat- smiles everywhere/- it was fun and staff worked hard - it was a full house, we stayed chatting in dining room...
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.
Cedar Bluff Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Mansfield, TX, across the street from Mansfield Methodist Hospital at the corner of Broad and Matlock. We are a part of the Frontier Management family of senior housing communities. Our community has 98 total apartments, 61 in Assisted...
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Photo of The Crossings at Flower Mound
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9.4
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First thing I noticed was how clean smelling the facility When we arrived there was a group playing a game where there the patients were playing and competing against each other. They were having a good time...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Overview of The Crossings at Flower Mound, TexasAt the Crossings at Flower Mound, we provide a variety of community amenities. Our purpose-built community offers the benefit of individualized care; every aspect of the community is designed to cater to the particular needs of its residents. We...
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The administrative staff is excellent, and it’s reassuring to see that many employees have been with the facility for a long time, with very little turnover. The nurses and med-techs communicate well and are...
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.
DaySpring Senior Living - A Faith-Based, Not-For-Profit Community in the Heart of Plano, Texas Several years ago, God led Collin Creek Community Church to begin a senior ministry. Through the strong support of the local church and the national Wesleyan church, we are now seeing the fruits of...
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They have many activities planned throughout the day which keep the residents engaged and the staff seem to genuinely be engaged with the residents and care for their success.
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.
“At Revere Court of Arlington, Texas, memory care is all we do. Our exclusive focus is on providing the best, research-based assisted living memory care for people with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia.Every employee at Revere Court is trained in memory care, because caring for those with...
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Photo of Grand Brook Memory Care of Allen at Twin Creeks
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Very kind and thoughtful staff. Great communication with families. They also have a nice facility with large rooms and a very family residential feel.
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.
Welcome to GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF ALLEN AT TWIN CREEKSLocated in the Twin Creeks development near W. Exchange Parkway and Highway 75 on the corner of Medical Drive and Junction in Allen, this brand new Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 32 residents in two, small residential-style...
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Photo of Twin Rivers Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Everyone that we've had contact with has been so nice and so helpful. All the common areas are so clean and bright and pleasant. My dad has only had great things to say about the food. He has enjoyed many of...
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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Photo of Martin Crest Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Food rating based on what my mil said. I never had any of what they served. Activity rating also based on her opinion. The ladies at the front desk. The people who provided hands on care and never seemed out...
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.
Get a taste of the sweet life at Martin Crest, where a full calendar of activities and social programs, in addition to apartments with thoughtful amenities, offers an enriching lifestyle for seniors. Our community provides Assisted Living and Memory Care in Weatherford, Texas, in a relaxed...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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Staff have been friendly and helpful, efforts are made to assign same staff to residents on a recurring basis, my Dad is in memory care there, he did not think he needed memory care (or any assistance...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Sunrise Senior Living of Plano! Step into our beautiful community and you can't help but feel right at home. From our beautiful gardens and winding walking paths to our screened in porches, comfortable decor and all of the touches of home, our mission is to make our residents and their...
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Cost of assisted living in Ponder, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $4,638 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Worth, TX with an average of $4,577 per month.

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

Ponder, TX
$4,638/mo
$4,569/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,638/mo
$6,295/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,521/mo
Studio
$4,177/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,590/mo

Senior living costs in Ponder 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: Ponder, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typePonder, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$4,638/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,295/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,816/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ponder, TX:$4,638/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ponder, TX:$6,295/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ponder, TX:$2,816/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ponder, 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 Ponder.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ponder

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ponder

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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Mayberry Gardens in Garland, TX

4.7
These answers are based on the previous owners. It's only been a month or two since the new owner took over. I've been quite pleased over the past year. Management has always been quick to respond to any problems. They maintain quality personnel who have such loving personalities. I won't say ...
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Ponder review score based on 20,241 family reviews

8.6
Review score426 facilities20241 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 20241 reviews of 426 Ponder assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ponder 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

Ponder review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ponder, TX426 facilities
8.6
Plano, TX426 facilities
8.6
Dallas, TX426 facilities

Review subcategories for Ponder 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 20,241 reviews of 426 Ponder assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ponder 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.
Ponder, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.2
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ponder assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponder assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponder, 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 Ponder 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 Ponder that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.3%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.5%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.7%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.6%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.8%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.2%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.6%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ponder 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 Ponder Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.5%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.1%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ponder 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 Ponder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.2%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.5%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.3%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponder 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 Ponder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.5%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.8%
37%
Room service
Room service
63.8%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.7%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponder 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 Ponder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponder, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.3%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.6%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.9%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.8%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.6%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.9%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.2%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.2%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
71.3%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
48.7%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.1%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ponder

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 Ponder protect seniors.
Learn about Texas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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