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Located in Allen, Texas, Groom Senior Living, Inc. is a 30-minute drive from downtown Dallas and close to a shopping mall and the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. The Allen Senior Recreation Center is also just a short drive, which offers a variety of classes for individuals 50 and older, including yoga, art classes and exercise. The facility frequently provides parties and gatherings for its residents, and accolades are always given to the delicious meals and clean surroundings. This community has multiple homes, and residents are allowed to move around until they find the one that's most to their liking.

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According to <a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Genworth’s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Allen is $4,350, which is higher than the state ($3,795) and national ($4,000) averages. Prices in nearby cities, such as Sherman ($3,795), Waco ($3,695) and Tyler ($3,800), are also lower, making Allen one of the most expensive cities in the area for seniors seeking assisted living. Assisted living prices vary statewide. Austin has the highest average costs at $5,190 per month, while prices are lowest in El Paso&nbsp;at $2,250 per month.&nbsp; Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Allen, so data for the closest city, Dallas, was used.&nbsp;

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Senior care costs on average in Allen start at $1,408 per month for adult day health services and go up to $5,064 for semiprivate nursing home care. 44 hours of in-home care services from a homemaker costs $4,004 per month,&nbsp;while a home health aide costs $4,040. Assisted living, which includes room-and-board, costs an average of $4,350 per month.&nbsp; When weighing the costs of each senior care option it’s important to recognize that residential care services, such as a nursing home or assisted living, include ongoing expenses, such as food, utilities and home maintenance.&nbsp;

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Allen

Elderlife&nbsp;Financial Reverse Mortgage Elderlife&nbsp;Financial is a licensed financial services&nbsp;provider that helps seniors access funds to pay for assisted living. Elderlife&nbsp;offers a&nbsp;<a href="https://elderlifefinancial.com/our-services/#ReverseMortgageInfo" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://elderlifefinancial.com/our-services/#ReverseMortgageInfo" rel="noopener noreferrer">reverse mortgage</a>&nbsp;— a&nbsp; financial product that allows elderly homeowners to leverage the equity within their home. To qualify for a reverse mortgage, the applicants must be aged 62 or older, and&nbsp;at least one homeowner must plan on remaining in the house. This can make a reverse mortgage a financial option for couples&nbsp;when only one spouse needs to move into assisted living.&nbsp;&nbsp; In accordance with federal rules, all reverse mortgage applicants must complete HUD-endorsed financial counselling.&nbsp; To learn more,&nbsp;call&nbsp;<a href="https://elderlifefinancial.com/contact-elderlife/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://elderlifefinancial.com/contact-elderlife/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elderlife Financial</a>&nbsp;at (888) 228-4500.&nbsp; VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound <a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer">VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and VA Housebound Allowance&nbsp;</a>are two VA cash benefit programs for veterans and survivors who qualify for a regular VA pension and are either permanently disabled (doesn’t have to be service related) or have a chronic condition that restricts their ability to care for themselves.&nbsp; For the Housebound Allowance, veterans and survivors must have a permanent disability that prevents them from leaving their home most of the time.&nbsp; For the Aid and Attendance Benefit, veterans and survivors must have either a severe visual impairment, be bedridden most of the time, live in a nursing facility or need&nbsp;help from a caregiver to perform activities&nbsp;of daily living.&nbsp; Note: Successful applicants&nbsp;can receive benefits from only one of these two programs.&nbsp; For more information, contact the&nbsp;Veterans Service Officer at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.collincountytx.gov/veterans/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.collincountytx.gov/veterans/Pages/default.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer">Collin County Veterans Services</a> at (972) 881-3060.&nbsp;

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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,350 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 4 Assisted Living Communities in Allen and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Allen, TX<ul><li>Assisted Living: $4,350</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $5,064</li><li>In-home Care: $4,004</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $1,408</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medicaid</a>&nbsp;is the jointly funded state and federal program that provides&nbsp;low-income individuals with access to essential health services, such as hospitalization, X-rays and long-term care.&nbsp;Medicaid is a nationwide entitlement program, therefore, enrollment is guaranteed for everyone who meets the eligibility criteria.&nbsp; In Texas,&nbsp;<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medicaid</a> is administered through Health and Human Services and most programs are delivered through managed care organizations. To qualify for&nbsp;<a href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/long-term-care" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/long-term-care" rel="noopener noreferrer">long-term coverage</a> that includes access to home and community based services, <a href="https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1640" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/1640" rel="noopener noreferrer">seniors must</a>: <ul>
<li>Be aged 65 or older</li>
<li>Be permanent residents of Texas</li>
<li>Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or legal alien</li>
<li>Need continuous long-term care for 30 days or more</li>
<li>Earn under $2,313 per month in income from all sources</li>
<li>Have less than $2,000 in cash, investments and nonresidential real estate ($3,000 when applying with a spouse)</li>
</ul> Applicants are allowed to keep a home in which they and/or their spouse live, as long as that home is worth no more than $585,000.&nbsp; Community Spouse Income and Asset Limits Special income and asset rules apply when only one spouse in a married couple needs long-term Medicaid.&nbsp; The non-applicant, called the community spouse, can receive&nbsp;up to $3,160.50 per month in income that’s transferred from the applicant spouse to ensure the community spouse has enough money to live on.&nbsp; The community spouse is also entitled to up to 50% of the couple’s joint assets, worth up to $126,420 under the community spouse resource allowance.&nbsp; Note: Texas is a Medicaid income cap state. This means that seniors with income that exceeds Medicaid eligibility limits cannot spend-down their excess income on medical expenses in order to qualify for Medicaid coverage.&nbsp; STAR+PLUS Managed Care Program Seniors aged 65&nbsp;or older who have Medicaid coverage and need the type of care normally provided in a nursing facility may qualify for home and community based services through <a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/programs/starplus" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/programs/starplus" rel="noopener noreferrer">STAR+PLUS</a>, a Texas Medicaid managed care program.&nbsp; STAR+PLUS lets medically fragile seniors remain in a community setting, such as assisted living, by funding additional services and supports that would normally be provided in a nursing home.&nbsp; Services available through STAR+PLUS include: <ul>
<li>Assisted living</li>
<li>Cognitive therapy&nbsp;</li>
<li>Dental care</li>
<li>Emergency response service</li>
<li>Home delivered meals&nbsp;</li>
<li>Skilled and intermittent nursing services</li>
<li>Medical supplies and adaptive aids&nbsp;</li>
<li>Minor home modifications to improve safety and accessibility</li>
<li>Personal care services to assist with bathing, dressing and eating</li>
<li>In-home respite care</li>
<li>Rehabilitation services, such as physiotherapy</li>
<li>Transition assistance for seniors currently living in a nursing facility</li>
<li>Financial management services&nbsp;</li>
</ul> Allen is located within the STAR+PLUS Dallas Managed Care Service Area where the&nbsp;managed care organizations&nbsp;are Molina and Superior.&nbsp; For more information on Texas Medicaid and the STAR+PLUS program, contact the local&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/wps/portal/hhsc/Member/FindAnOfficeWizard/!ut/p/a1/jZDBboMwDIafhisxDUN0tzA6YCllq7SV5jKFKaVIkKAkHe3bL-W8dvPN1vfZ1o8YqhGT_Ltrue2U5P21Z9HnkqxXeQULWq1oCIRkaZbhJYY4dMDeAZs3yHISBrQiyROQIik3aZJigOh_Pi5oVDiCxg8fz84PyirYlgso_vR3iM3IvQ9m4N6JGYAbRQC9INb2qpnz2BPZ4LhFTIuD0EL7J-3GR2tH8-iBB9M0-Rd10lacuWmEFIfOGv9LDR6sBdfSg1z042-LjspYVN_00Ti819C9DrvYkB_WiklG/dl5/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?localeInfo=en" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/wps/portal/hhsc/Member/FindAnOfficeWizard/!ut/p/a1/jZDBboMwDIafhisxDUN0tzA6YCllq7SV5jKFKaVIkKAkHe3bL-W8dvPN1vfZ1o8YqhGT_Ltrue2U5P21Z9HnkqxXeQULWq1oCIRkaZbhJYY4dMDeAZs3yHISBrQiyROQIik3aZJigOh_Pi5oVDiCxg8fz84PyirYlgso_vR3iM3IvQ9m4N6JGYAbRQC9INb2qpnz2BPZ4LhFTIuD0EL7J-3GR2tH8-iBB9M0-Rd10lacuWmEFIfOGv9LDR6sBdfSg1z042-LjspYVN_00Ti819C9DrvYkB_WiklG/dl5/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?localeInfo=en" rel="noopener noreferrer">Texas Health and Human Services</a> benefits office at (214) 750-4619.&nbsp;

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Assisted Living Resources in Allen

Allen Community Outreach is a charitable organization that operates a food pantry, low-cost resale boutique and free case management program for area residents.&nbsp; Low-income seniors who need legal advice can attend the <a href="https://firstallen.org/events/legal-aid-clinic/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://firstallen.org/events/legal-aid-clinic/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Collin County Legal Aid Clinic</a>&nbsp;held on the second Thursday of each month from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the FUMC Allen Fellowship Hall.&nbsp;

Community Aid Agencies

Allen Parks and Recreation Department operates the Allen Senior Recreation Center, a community center for&nbsp;individuals aged 50 and older. Annual memberships cost just $5 per year and include access to a fully-furnished fitness center, computer lab, billiards and ping-pong tables and special events, such as holiday parties. The center offers a low-cost lunch daily and hosts a variety of fitness classes, social groups and seniors wellness programs.&nbsp;

Senior Center

Veterans and survivors can contact Collin County Veterans Services for free help with VA benefit applications and appeals, information on state veterans benefits and assistance obtaining service records.&nbsp;

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Reviews of Allen Assisted Living Facilities

Tucked within the desirable city of Allen located just north of Dallas, Parkview in Allen provides a carefree and secure independent lifestyle in a beautiful community featuring resort-style amenities. We are conveniently located near area medical centers, shopping and much more. When residents are not exploring the nearby area, they cherish many of the wonderful amenities that make living here so special, such as an elegant clubhouse, spacious dining room and dance floor, a world-class pool and spa, a fitness center, activities room and much more.

Parkview in Allen is a part of Holiday Retirement, a company in the business of providing comfort, value and security to seniors. Since 1971, Holiday has been creating cheerful communities for individuals who want to enjoy an independent and enriching retirement.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

We offer apartments in a selection of sizes, ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom, two-bath floor plans. All accommodations come standard with all-electric kitchens, large patios or balconies, spacious closets and nine-foot ceilings with crown molding. Homes come ready for washer and dryer hook-up, while additional laundry facilities are also located on site.

For a little outside fun, our swimming pool is a great place to visit. Inside, residents can take care of a variety of personal tasks in our business center, catch up with friends in our beautiful dining room over a delicious meal and enjoy a favorite film in the media center.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

During their stay at Parkview in Allen, seniors have access to a variety of convenient services. These include salon and barber services, regular housekeeping, home maintenance and even scheduled transportation to area destinations. Our community managers live right on site and are always available to provide support as needed.

We understand that each individual is unique and that needs may change over time. Holiday does not provide any health care services. However, residents are welcome to receive services from any outside home health care provider of their choice to help them continue enjoying life at our community.

Parkview in Allen is the ideal location for superb retirement living in Allen, Texas.

Parkview in Allen

<h4>PASSIONATE LIVING, AT YOUR SERVICE IN ALLEN, TEXAS</h4>
Every stage of lifes journey should be refined and graceful. Full and festive. Rich and rewarding. At Vitality Court Texas Star, we are committed to ensuring that every service and every amenity help create the enriched, active life you or your loved one deserves.

<h4>LIFESTYLE OPTIONS</h4>
Both the assisted living and memory care communities at Vitality Court Texas Star offers the highest quality in living accommodations, culinary experiences, engagements, and health and well-being servicesall performed by knowledgeable and caring team members. We know each resident, their life stories, familiar routines, and lifelong passions, and are able to weave a life, energy, and purpose into the foundation of daily living.

We are proud to serve residents and their families from all over northeastern Texas and the Collin County region, including Dallas, Fort Worth, and Plano. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://apps.hhs.texas.gov/ltcsearch/">Texas Long-Term Care Provider Search</a>

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Live the Retirement Lifestyle You've Dreamed Of!

Our Community features an active lifestyle, with a full complement of amenities and services so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with family and friends.

Our independent lifestyle includes a live-in management team that is available throughout the day and when our residents need them.

Enjoy delicious dining options - Our Executive Chef and Culinary Team prepares three delicious meals from scratch every day, and snacks and beverages are available anytime.

Convenient Services and Transportation - Weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, transportation to doctor's appointments and shopping as well as fun and exciting activities and events are included in the monthly rent.

Relax and socialize with friends - We provide numerous, purposefully designed areas to relax and enjoy a puzzle, a book, a cup of coffee or a conversation with a new friend.

If you need some basic help such as medication reminders, you can utilize a third-party home health care provider who already tends to a number of our residents. This allows you to only pay for the services you need.

Our carefree living allows our residents to focus on activities they WANT to do, rather than tasks they need to do.

Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Welcome to Mustang Creek Estates Residential Assisted Living. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifestyle free from the burdens of home ownership. Located in the city of Allen, we provide a variety of on-site services to help our residents enjoy their stay to the fullest. In addition, we provide a choice amount of amenities to promote a relaxing experience for individuals residing at our community. Accommodations come in a selection of options. Depending on the individual, Mustang Creek Estates Residential Assisted Living could be the perfect fit for seniors seeking senior living options in or around Allen, Texas.

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