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Welcome to Nixon Assisted Living of Houston. 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 Houston, 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, Nixon Assisted Living of Houston could be the perfect fit for seniors seeking senior living options in or around Houston, TX.

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According to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Genworth 2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;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.

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

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Houston

Community First Choice 
 
The&nbsp;<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/programs/community-first-choice" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CFC</a>&nbsp;option is part of the state&rsquo;s Medicaid program. It&rsquo;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&nbsp;<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/aging" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CCAD program</a>&nbsp;is a non-Medicaid program that&rsquo;s run by the state of Texas&rsquo; 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&rsquo;s financial requirements, as follows:

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	<li>Individual income may not exceed $2,250 per month</li>
	<li>Individual assets may not exceed a value of $5,000</li>
	 
	 
	 
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	<li>To apply, seniors can visit their<a href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/content/other-programs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;local Aging and Disability Resource Center</a>&nbsp;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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/progdesc/ssi_st_asst/2011/tx.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">optional state supplement</a>(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&rsquo;s income and budgetary needs. Seniors can apply by contacting the Texas Department of Health and Human Services at 1-855-937-2372.</li>
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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 4 Assisted Living Communities in Houston and X in the surrounding areas.<ul><li>Assisted living: $3,863</li><li>Nursing home semiprivate room: $5,095</li><li>In-home care: $3,909</li><li>Adult day health services: $1,300</li></ul>

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Texas&rsquo;&nbsp;<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/programs/starplus" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">STAR+PLUS</a>&nbsp;is the state&rsquo;s Medicaid managed care program. It&rsquo;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: 
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	<li>Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients</li>
	<li>Eligible for the STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services waiver</li>
	<li>Medicaid recipients accessing the program through a Social Security exclusion program</li>
	<li>Seniors residing in a nursing home while receiving Medicaid</li>
	<li>Those enrolled in Medicaid&rsquo;s Breast and Cervical Cancer program</li>
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It&rsquo;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:

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	<li>Individual income may not exceed $750 per month</li>
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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.


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The Village of the Heights offers a convenient location inside the loop in the Heights area of Houston. Here, residents receive the care they need while maintaining ties to family, friends, and the community. From beautiful suites with quality amenities and services to delicious meals and stimulating activitiesThe Village of the Heights offers distinct, handcrafted assisted living and Memory Care living options. 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>

The Village of the Heights

Clearwater at The Heights offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. Youll feel at home right away with our friendly team members and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a heated outdoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center. Additionally, youll enjoy a plethora of upscale dining options with specially curated menus by our Savor Culinary team.

At Clearwater at The Heights, we make sure to emphasize the importance of an active and engaging community, which is why we feature happy hours and wine tastings, holiday parties, and social events for family and friends. If youd like to explore the greater Houston area, you can take part in a group outing to a local restaurant, a historical landmark, or one of the many nearby recreation areas. We want your daily life at Clearwater at The Heights to be refreshing, relaxing, and reinvigorating ? all on your own terms.

Feel the warmth of a joyful atmosphere at Clearwater at The Heights. Strike your own balance between privacy and social engagement. Based on your personalized care plan, every aspect of your needs will be met by our compassionate and dedicated team in the comfort of your community. Your apartment home is your private oasis, offering peace and relaxation, while the community is your everyday resort. Luxurious services and amenities include:

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<li>Support with Daily Living Activities
<li>Emergency Response System
<li>On-Site Comprehensive Therapy Services
<li>Scheduled Transportation &amp; Concierge Services
<li>Weekly Housekeeping &amp; Laundry Services
<li>Multiple Dining Venues
<li>Fitness Center with Classes
<li>Spa &amp; Salon Services
<li>PAR Golf Simulator
<li>Movie Theater</li>
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Clearwater at The Heights's Clearbrook Memory Support neighborhood provides specialized care for people living with Alzheimers or another form of memory impairment. Our holistic approach to care and programming caters to residents unique needs and involves the family at every step. Our experienced, compassionate care team understands the intricacies and challenges of memory loss illnesses and, most importantly, know how to connect with the individual.

Clearwater at The Heights's specially designed Clearbrook Memory Support neighborhood is easy to navigate and foster a sense of pride and independence for residents of all abilities. We aim to create an atmosphere that empowers the individual to engage with their life, family, and community in a meaningful way. At Clearwater, your family is our family. 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>

Clearwater at The Heights

<h4>Looking for a vibrant home environment where your loved will thrive?</h4>

The Villas of Sycamore Creek Ranch at The Heights was designed with your loved one's needs in mind. Our revolutionary resident-centered designed community was purpose-built for memory care, specifically, to address the unique needs of Alzheimers, and age-related dementias.

Step inside our community and you'll discover why we are the region's most sought after memory care. Industry professionals prefer The Villas over other memory care providers because of our resident-centered design, our delicious savory meals, and our proactive round-the-clock care.

<h4>RESIDENT CENTERED DESIGN</h4>
Our community was designed from the ground up to serve the needs of your loved one. When you step inside The Ranch youll find lots of life, love, and laughter in a home-filled atmosphere where residents thrive. We spent years researching and fine-tuning our design where every detail matters. We made sure every detail enriched and supported the lives of our residents. Features include studio floorplans, adaptive living resources for safety, a multi-sensory environment to reduce anxiety, an abundance of natural light and adaptive lighting to help reduce sundowning, indoor and outdoor walking paths, friendly wayfinding interior design to help reduce confusion, and even night lights in the bathrooms. Details really do matter to us, because we understand the impact of dementia in the lives of our residents and their loved ones.

<h4>DELICIOUS SAVORY MEALS</h4>
Just like at your home, mealtime plays an important role in your loved ones social life. Our community is built around the kitchen and dining areas where our team prepares fresh homemade meals, and tasty aromas, in our open kitchen Bringing some much needed stability to your loved ones routine. Our menu features your loved ones favorite foods, and family recipes made from scratch.

Dining is one of lifes greatest pleasures and should be celebrated with family and friends. Team members assist with family-style dining, and even join your loved one for the meal. So come and pull up a chair, families are always welcome to dine with their loved ones at The Ranch. Thats why we designed our dining to be an intimate and warm setting.

<h4>PROACTIVE PERSON-CENTERED CARE</h4>
Who takes care of your loved one matters. We understand it takes someone special to help your loved one navigate through the challenges of memory loss. It all begins by choosing the right care team member. Once selected our proactive caring staff receives more training than the state requires. Through this extensive training and our intimate knowledge of each resident, we can begin to anticipate what triggers anxiety, thus redirecting your loved ones attention to create soothing, positive experiences without the use of mood-stabilizing drugs. Through love and compassion, we are committed to caring for individuals coping with memory loss, by affirming purpose, providing engaging care through innovative resources, and creating meaningful moments. In fact, we empower our dementia care team to find ways to create small impromptu moments that bring joy to the hearts of our residents. We believe these meaningful moments are just as powerful as planned activities. Our focus is to live life to the fullest every day, regardless of the care needs of your loved one. 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>

The Villas of SCR at The Heights

Brookdale The Heights
 provides our residents with lifestyles, housing, and services in comfortable surroundings combined with exceptional amenities, programs, and care. Through Brookdale's signature Personalized Assisted Living we customize our care offerings for the individual. This allows each assisted living and Alzheimer's care resident the freedom and opportunity to make choices that will ease their lifestyle transitions. Residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the proper lifestyle and care accommodations as their needs change.

We promise Respect for Individual Preferences and offer personalized care needs in an atmosphere that encourages each resident to live in health and longevity. Our residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate assisted living and Alzheimer's care accommodations as those needs change.

Our community is dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents every day with signature services for those who value their freedom and independence, but desire or need services providing them with the highest level of quality, care, and value.

Our Clare Bridge Place program serves those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Each day, we promise to work to deliver Daily Moments of Success for each resident. The Clare Bridge Daily Path provides structure and activities each day designed to meet specific needs of those with dementia, while the Clare Bridge Dining Program, designed by a gerontologist and registered dietitian, helps residents in need of Alzheimer's care retain the ability to enjoy and master the daily dining experience. 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>

Brookdale The Heights

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