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122 Assisted Living Communities in Houston, Texas

The average cost of assisted living iseveralthe city is $3,863 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 122 Assisted Living Communities in Houston and X in the surrounding areas.

  • Assisted living: $3,863
  • Nursing home semiprivate room: $5,095
  • In-home care: $3,909
  • Adult day health services: $1,300

Assisted Living Facilities near Houston, Texas

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Assisted Living Costs in Houston

According to the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care study, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Houston is just between the national average ($4,000) and the state average ($3,795). When compared with Austin, the capital of Texas, the cost of assisted living in Houston is more than $1,000 lower. In smaller cities throughout Texas, such as El Paso ($2,250) and Corpus Christi ($2,975), the monthly cost of assisted living is considerably less than in Houston.

Cost of Assisted Living Comparison Chart

Houston

$3,863

National average

$4,000

State average

$3,795

Austin

$5,190

Brownsville

$3,472

Corpus Christi

$2,975

El Paso

$2,250

San Antonio

$3,975

Waco

$3,695

Care Cost Comparison

The type of care required is the most significant factor that influences the cost of senior care in Houston and throughout the country. In Houston, the cost of nursing home care is more than $1,000 higher than the cost of assisted living. When compared with home care, the cost of assisted living is only slightly less. However, it’s important to consider other costs that are associated with continuing to live in the home when budgeting for home care, such as rent, utilities, groceries and home maintenance, which make home care a far more expensive option. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

  • Assisted living: $3,863
  • Homemaker services: $3,909
  • Home health aide: $4,099
  • Adult day health: $1,300
  • Nursing home care (semiprivate room): $5,095

 

Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

Assisted living

$3,863

Homemaker services

$3,909

Home health aide

$4,099

Adult day health

$1,300

Nursing home care (semiprivate room)

$5,095

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Houston

Medicaid in Texas

Texas’ STAR+PLUS is the state’s Medicaid managed care program. It’s specifically designed for residents of Texas who are living with disabilities and those who are aged 65 or older. The program covers a range of services including assisted living or home care, access to medical care, case management and social support.

Senior applicants of this program must be 65 years of age or older and reside in Texas. They must also fall under one of the following categories:
 

  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients
  • Eligible for the STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services waiver
  • Medicaid recipients accessing the program through a Social Security exclusion program
  • Seniors residing in a nursing home while receiving Medicaid
  • Those enrolled in Medicaid’s Breast and Cervical Cancer program

 


It’s also necessary for applicants to require full-time support and assistance with daily living or to require full-time medical supervision. To be approved for the STAR+PLUS program, seniors must also meet the financial eligibility requirements of the program, as follows:

 

 

 

  • Individual income may not exceed $750 per month
  • Individual assets may not exceed a value of $2,000, excluding the applicant’s home

 


This program is capped and only accepts a specified number of applicants each year. Seniors must re-apply annually to continue in the program. Further details about eligibility and how to apply can be obtained by calling 1-866-566-8989.

 

 

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

Community First Choice

The CFC option is part of the state’s Medicaid program. It’s designed to help seniors avoid further institutionalization by providing medical care and regular nurse visits to those who reside in assisted living facilities or who are receiving home care. The program provides seniors the chance to choose care providers when possible.

CFC is an entitlement program, which means that the eligibility requirements are more flexible. Applicants must be 65 years of age or older and require daily support to be eligible for this program. Applicants are also required to meet the financial eligibility requirements of the state Medicaid program. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, seniors can contact 1-866-566-8989.

Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

The CCAD program is a non-Medicaid program that’s run by the state of Texas’ Department of Health and Human Services. The program provides care options to seniors who choose to remain in their home or who live in an assisted living facility.

To be eligible, seniors must be residents of Texas who are not receiving Medicaid. They must also require daily care and meet the program’s financial requirements, as follows:

 

 

  • Individual income may not exceed $2,250 per month
  • Individual assets may not exceed a value of $5,000



  • To apply, seniors can visit their local Aging and Disability Resource Center or call 1-855-937-2372.

    Optional State Supplement

    Seniors who require additional financial support to help pay for the cost of room and board in an assisted living facility or long-term care home may apply for an optional state supplement(OSS). OSS payments are provided to seniors who receive long-term care and are a supplement to federal SSI payments.

    The amount of OSS received is calculated based on the senior’s income and budgetary needs. Seniors can apply by contacting the Texas Department of Health and Human Services at 1-855-937-2372.

 

 

Assisted Living Resources in Houston

Senior Community Centers in Houston

Senior centers in the Houston area offer a range of services to seniors including peer support groups, social activities, fitness classes, congregate meals and education programs.

Jim and JoAnn Fonteno Senior Education Center
6600 Bissonnet Street Houston, Texas 77074
(713) 981-4703

West University Senior Center and Community Building
6104 Auden Street West University Place, Texas 77005
(713) 662-5895

South Houston Senior Center
1007 State Street South Houston, Texas 77587
(713) 977-7700

Hardy Senior Center
11901 West Hardy Road Houston, Texas 77076
(281) 260-6772

Houston Area Agency on Aging

Area Agencies on Aging provide seniors with access to services and support including Medicaid and benefits assistance, case management services and other resources that can provide seniors with day-to-day services. Harris County Area Agency on Aging
8000 North Stadium Drive Houston, Texas 77054
(832) 393-4301

Veterans Affairs

Some seniors may be eligible for additional assistance with financial and medical needs through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Seniors can visit their local VA office to inquire about programs and eligibility requirements.

VA Houston Regional Benefit Office
6900 Almeda Road Houston, Texas 77030
1-800-827-1000

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