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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo Gap, TX
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buffalo Gap nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Buffalo Gap, TX may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Buffalo Gap or another care type is right for you. Browse 11 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buffalo Gap.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Oplin, Wingate and Winters.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Oplin, Wingate and Winters.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Buffalo Gap, TX
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9.0
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11 reviews
All the staff, the cleanliness, the love and care, the atmosphere, meals, dining with grace, activities, patio, theatre, [name removed] hair stylist, concierge, maintenance, housekeeping, dietary, snacks,...
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.
Lyndale – Abilene Memory Care meets the dynamic needs of families and seniors dealing with dementia including Alzheimer’s, and other memory-related impairments. Our friendly, calming environment helps each resident feel at home. We provide consistent sights, sounds, aromas and experiences to...
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The therapy team is doing a good job. I think they could work harder with him mentally to push him a little more and repeat things. They're really friendly. The nurses are really sweet. They'll let me know...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Mesa Springs Healthcare Center is committed to providing customized care and state-of-the-art service to all of our residents. Our therapists specialize in treating a wide variety of health conditions, and we strive help our residents regain their independence and return home. We offer a safe,...
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12 reviews
When it comes to the care services, I had to be reminded more than once she must be watched taking her meds. They all complain about the food. Our loved one enjoys the music but not really a games or craft...
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.
Wisteria Place Senior Living and Memory Care Our Senior Living Community offers a full range of lifestyle options so you can live the way you want to live. Our active seniors get to enjoy a large variety of personalized services and exquisitely tailored amenities. We know you’ll feel right at...
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We picked this community, because of the price. I would recommend it. The apartments are nice. The amenities are refrigerator and microwave in the apartment as well as ceiling fan, personal thermostat,...
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.
Discover a vibrant community at Morada Abilene, offering Assisted Living services in Abilene, Texas. Our experienced staff and friendly residents make everyone feel at home, while our spacious apartment homes provide the perfect place to cozy up at the end of the day. Imagine an apartment home...
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Our loved one was very resistant going into an assisted living community but after a few days when she started to engage with the activities she really opened up and not is happy being there. She also talks...
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.
Not only do Mike and Kathy Cauveaux from Abilene Physical Therapy refer clients from their physical therapy clinic to Lyndale Abilene, Kathy's mom is also a resident of the community. 'Mom wanted to live at Royal Estates and we were supportive of her decision. She is more active now than she has...
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I have been very happy with this community. They are very family-oriented and take the time to get to know the residents. they always have lots of activities for the residence. I would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
There’s no better place to begin your retirement journey than the Wesley Court community. Nestled on 70 beautifully landscaped acres, Wesley Court is a private residential neighborhood consisting of executive and garden homes, independent living apartments, assisted living apartments, and private...
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Cost of nursing homes in Buffalo Gap, TX
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Gap is $4,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Putnam, TX with an average of $4,039 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo Gap, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo Gap, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buffalo Gap
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buffalo Gap
Lyndale Abilene Memory Care
5.0
We are more at peace knowing Mom is safe, secure and well loved at Lyndale. Lyndale is a beautiful, clean and the staff is specially trained in memory care.
Mesa Springs Healthcare Center in Abilene, TX
5.0
I would recommend this place. The therapist is excellent and we like each one that has worked with him. They helped him get on his feet. They are all friendly. The nurses are kind and efficient. The ladies clean once a day. At night they take the trash out and they change things out in the ...
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Wisteria Place in Abilene, TX
5.0
I cannot rate the meals and dining because it did not meet my schedule, and when it comes to the activities I cannot comment on that also because I have not been informed of the activities they have going on. I am in independent living status, and the cottages that I live in are very nice. Based ...
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Buffalo Gap nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Gap nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Gap, 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 Buffalo Gap nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buffalo Gap that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Gap nursing homes
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 Buffalo Gap Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Gap nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buffalo Gap partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Gap nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buffalo Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Gap nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buffalo Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Gap, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
0.4%
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Lyndale Abilene Memory Care, Chisholm Court and Mesa Springs Healthcare Center are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buffalo Gap, Texas. See full list of communities.
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