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10 Best Nursing Homes in Whitson, TX
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Whitson 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 Whitson, 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 Whitson or another care type is right for you. Browse 27 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Whitson.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Whitson, TX
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Cost of nursing homes in Whitson, TX
The average cost of senior living in Whitson is $4,508 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little River-Academy, TX with an average of $4,033 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Whitson
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Whitson
Stoney Brook of Hewitt
4.9
We were very fond of Stoney Brook right away, even though our loved one was not there for very long we were very impressed. They are a small enough community to where the residents will get more one on one care. Overall our loved one was pleased with the meals and dining, and we were pleased ...
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Wildflower Place in Temple, TX
4.1
The staff are very friendly and attentive. Although it is not a "Memory Care" place per se, they handle my mother's needs with dementia pretty well most of the time. The caregivers' kindness is a real gift to my family.
There have been a lot of changes at Wildflower Place in the last few ...
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Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, TX
5.0
Mother has been a resident here for eleven years. The staff is doing a good job. The director and activities coordinator go above and beyond to help residents stay active and involved. The nurse addresses the healthcare needs. Maintenance is very helpful.
Whitson nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitson nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitson, 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 Whitson 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 Whitson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Whitson, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Whitson 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 Whitson Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Whitson, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whitson 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 Whitson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whitson, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitson 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 Whitson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whitson, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitson 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 Whitson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whitson, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbor House of Waco, Garden Estates of Temple and The Delaney at Lake Waco are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Whitson, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 27 nursing homes facilities near Whitson, Texas. See the full list.
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