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I visited several long term and assisted living facilities. Long term was an absolutely turns off because I wasn't spoken to at any of them. Assisted living locations were much more. Friendly and eager to...
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.
Ashwood Court has a hands on approach that allows us to better understand our Residents, their families and their needs. We know that everyone is different and their needs vary, so we offer a variety of services to help every Resident achieve their highest quality of life. We strive to exceed...
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When we had to move my mother-in-law from Eden Estates, there were no openings at Oak Hollow. We placed her at another [community removed] and we were terribly unhappy with the management. After 3 months...
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.
For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community, located in a quiet neighborhood in Bedford, Texas, offers a safe environment and exceptional memory care to help your loved one preserve their sense of self.Because we specialize in memory care, our purpose-built...
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Mom is doing well at LE. She doesn't like the food much but she is a very picky eater and I am sure that would be a complaint of any facility!
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.
We believe it is the little things that are the secret to a retirement that is carefree and personally fulfilling: a warm and inviting community where every home is part of a neighborhood, a wide range of social, cultural and intellectual activities and a staff that believes that there is nothing...
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Everybody was amazing with care! Food was ok... not the best. Buildings were a bit dated. I would recommend this place to others who need a place for their loved one.
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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5 on all of them. My mother loves how friendly everyone is, she is doing incredibly well there after losing her husband of 69 years. She also loves the food.
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.
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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I would recommend Traditions. It's clean and the food is good. Plenty of coffee and tea 24/7. We picked them because of the staff.
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.
Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the residential community of Sherman, Texas. Located just a few minutes from area shops and restaurants, as well as medical facilities and religious organizations, our community offers a close proximity to...
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I would give all of them a 5. We have been very satisfied with facility and staff. My mom is VERY happy there. The only criticism I have is that they could organize newcomer information better. It's a...
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.
At our assisted living community, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is an integral part of aging well and living well. You can connect with other seniors who share similar interests and common experiences, such as career fields, college days or time in the service. And...
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Worked for our need for short-term respite care (one month)- very accommodating of our short time frame. Staff & residents were kind. Park-like setting & large windows very soothing altho the building was...
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.
For the past 30 years, Parkwood is the Mid-Cities choice for exceptional senior care, allowing residents to enjoy the lifestyle they love with a full continuum of supportive care. Parkwood features TWO assisted living neighborhoods, ensuring a perfect fit for your family. Both feature worry free,...
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From the first meeting at Martin Crest, the people that work there obviously care a great deal for the people that reside there. The facility is beautiful, clean, and welcoming. While Memory Care is...
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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The Staff treats you like family. Depending on her needs, she moved from one room to another because her wheelchair wouldn't fit in the bathroom door.
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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Photo of Carver Heights Estates Senior Living
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It was clean, not too big and most of the staff were friendly and helpful. We had one or two issues with a staff person not being very helpful but that was resolved.
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.
At Carver Heights Estates we acknowledge that every individual requires different levels of care at varying points of their lives. We are dedicated to providing specialized care specifically tailored to each resident’s unique needs throughout the aging experience. Our levels of care include...
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The initial tour went well and all my concerns were addressed. Onboarding was easy because the staff was very helpful. I highly recommend this place.
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.
We are proud to introduce the Reserve at North Dallas, newly renovated all inclusive community. In addition to the $5.5 million investment we made to serve our independent living and assisted living community, we have created a vibrant lifestyle so our residents will have a life filled with...
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We have had a great experience with assisted living at Brookdale Denton North. I like that it feels more like a home versus a hospital / institutional environment.
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 looking for assisted living serves that provide an active lifestyle, then look no further. Our community in Denton, Texas, is the place for you. Our ever-changing events calendar brims with such activities as card and board games, clubs, movies and happy hour socials. Express your...
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The facility is bright, light and CLEAN and doesn't smell like old people. Everyone is super nice - always smiling and extremely helpful if you need something or have a question.
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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Everyone really seemed to truly care for mom and even became attached to her and wept when she passed. My mother sadly went down very quickly which was not at all expected from her doctors Everyone from the...
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.
ABOUT IRIS MEMORY CARE OF TURTLE CREEKIris Memory Care is proud to be the premier home-like Assisted Living Community in Dallas to specialize in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care. At Iris Memory Care, we believe that our expertise and specialized knowledge of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia...
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The staff at Brookdale were so nice, extremely helpful and reassuring at every phase of our experience there. My Mother actually stayed about a week and a half all told because of her condition. We got her...
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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My interaction with Sharon and Dusty was always pleasant. My mom seems very adjusted there too. I would absolutely recommend Mercer Terrace to others, it's peaceful and serene.
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.
The heartbeat of Mercer Place is our caring staff and homelike senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. Residents can engage in...
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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 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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Too often, they served cold meals when hot meals were the expectation. Especially at dinner. The apartment size and location of the community were fine.
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.
One of the most unique benefits of Monticello West, is that we bring care to you. You can move throughout your life journey all within familiar surroundings. Start in independent living and as you need it begin receiving assisted living services. Home is home no matter what level of care you...
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Good location, great staff, very good care. They could improve on the food by adding more of a variety and serving it warmer than it currently is.
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.
Bristol Park at Eagle Mountain is an Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in the beautiful Eagle Mountain area of Fort Worth. Right between Saginaw and Lake Worth Texas. It is close to Downtown and the Alliance area. We are perfectly balance between city life and country living.
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Fort Worth is that the facility is clean and bright. Smells good. It's convenient to my house. Food seems good and yes we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Step into Sunrise Assisted Living of Fort Worth, and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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Great staff. Property is beautiful and super clean. Great food. Super entertainment for residents. My friend is very, very happy there.
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 The Grove on Forest Lane, we believe in an intentional senior living experience full of community and camaraderie. Through compassionate, highly personalized care and support, we empower our residents to live their best life as independently as possible in a place that feels just like home. In...
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So far, so good. The staff is attentive and the food is good. I would recommend them to others who are needing to find care for their loved one. He's only been there about three weeks, but seems to be doing...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 14 to 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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There are a number of things that I like about Mustang Creek but specifically I like the way staff interacts with the residents. Whenever I visit, I notice the staff greeting the residents and throwing in...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 10 to 13 residents per house and one of our houses specializes in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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Nice facility. Only issue is that just charged me [amount removed] one time fee for cat peeing on carpet. It was a surprise charge. Hopefully, it won't become an issue. I would recommend to people who don't...
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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Cost of assisted living in Ponder, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $5,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Argyle, TX with an average of $4,724 per month.

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

Ponder, TX
$5,245/mo
$6,035/mo
$5,808/mo

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

Ponder, TX
$5,245/mo
$4,821/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,245/mo
$5,570/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,794/mo
Private
$5,125/mo
Studio
$4,914/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,980/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,923/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,691/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$5,245/mo$4,821/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,570/mo$5,003/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,524/mo$4,319/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ponder, TX:$5,245/mo
Texas:$4,821/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ponder, TX:$5,570/mo
Texas:$5,003/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ponder, TX:$4,524/mo
Texas:$4,319/mo
U.S.:$4,016/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

Wilshire in Burleson, TX

4.0
It's been good overall With the ownership change there have been some hiccups All I keep hearing is: "food supposed to be getting better, but not yet" "seemed to be short staffed" In-laws are slowly adjusting, I keep encouraging to be social and get involved/go down for activities but without ...
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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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Ponder review score based on 2,107 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2107 reviews of 353 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

8.4
Ponder, TX353 facilities
8.3
DISH, TX25 facilities
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Justin, TX41 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 2,107 reviews of 353 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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*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
83.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.6%
54.5%
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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
82.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
38.2%
14%
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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
31.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
63.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
13.4%
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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
49.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.8%
18.1%
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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
67.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
44.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
46.3%
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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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