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9 Best Nursing Homes in Ellis County, TX
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Ellis County 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 Ellis County, 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 Ellis County or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Ellis County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Glen Oaks, Wynnewood Hills and Elderwoods.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilmer, Bobwyn and Ferris.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Ellis County, TX
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9.5
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23 reviews
My mother moved into memory care but after a few weeks it was evident she could go to assisted living. The transition and move was handled easily and in a few days as there was availability. Mom is 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.
Step up to a new level of life at Buffalo Creek, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Waxahachie, Texas, that offers country-style living with the conveniences of a big city. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally,...
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8.9
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14 reviews
My mom could really not live by herself anymore at home. I thought about moving her in with me, but I wanted her to have a nice community with other folks her age with him to socialize. Knowing that the...
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.
Whether you’re socializing with friends in our courtyard, going on a shopping excursion or relaxing in your private apartment, our assisted living community in Ennis, Texas, just 25 miles south of Dallas, will help you stay as independent as possible. And because our staff is on-site 24 hours a...
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7.6
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49 reviews
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale Waxahachie and this facility has been a blessing! They saved my loved one from being in a subpar place. I will always be grateful to Brookdale! No one complains about...
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.
Our community is more than just a place it live; it’s a place to live well. Our assisted living and memory care community is located in Waxahachie, Texas, which is a vibrant town, just south of Dallas, that offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience. Its small-town charm...
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20 reviews
My mom was a resident at Morada from [date removed]. After shopping places in Midlothian and Waxahachie, we were grateful to find Morada. It was kept clean, smelled nice, the food was good and it was...
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.
Find your place at Morada Waxahachie, where desired amenities and convenient services allow residents to live a vibrant lifestyle that encourages independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Assisted Living community in Waxahachie, Texas, offers...
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I read a bad review on here after my experience and was astonished. It doesn’t even sound like the same place I took my mom. This place has been totally remodeled by new ownership and is under new management...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
The Ennis Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center licensed by the Centers for Medicare Services and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. We are conveniently located 30 minutes south of Downtown Dallas in the heart of Ennis, Texas. We embrace this quaint town...
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Cost of nursing homes in Ellis County, TX
The average cost of senior living in Ellis County is $4,083 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrett, TX with an average of $3,921 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ellis County, TX vs. nearby counties
Ellis County, TX
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ellis County, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ellis County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Ellis County, TX by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ellis County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ellis County
Morada Waxahachie
4.6
We have had Mom at Morada for a few months. From the beginning the staff has been helpful and kind. The ambience really suits my mother, and my sisters and I are pleased with our choice of assisted living for her.
Brookdale Ennis
5.0
The staff members at Brookdale Ennis community are awesome! the staff has been so kind and loving to my dad. And he is not the most lovable person around at this time in his life! Have bent over backwards to help him and me.
Park Manor Health Care & Rehab in Desoto, TX
5.0
They have nurses on staff 24 hours a day. They take care of them and actual RN who hand out the medicine. They are very clean and friendly. The food is very good. They call me when anything happens, and they are good to my mom and dad. The only thing is I wish it wasn't private pay.
Ellis County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellis County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellis County, 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 Ellis County 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 Ellis County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ellis County 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 Ellis County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellis County 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 Ellis County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellis County 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 Ellis County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ellis County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Ellis County 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 Ellis County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ellis County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
60%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highlands Village Senior Living of Mansfield, Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care and Buffalo Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Ellis County, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Ellis County, Texas. See the full list.
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