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The environment inside Legend of McKinney is purposefully designed to offer a variety of experiences centered around building community and supporting each person's independence. You'll discover casual dining or coffee in The Bistro, great books in the library, full-length films in the Oscars Theater, as well as crafts and activity rooms. The Harmony Day Spa offers a therapeutic and relaxing whirlpool and hair salon. With your privacy in mind, we've created a Personal Care Suite where you can consult with our health care team in a comfortable private setting.

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Dubbed by Money Magazine as the &ldquo;Number 1 Place to Live in 2014,&rdquo; McKinney, Texas is a modern city that stays close to its authentic southern roots. It is one of the fastest growing cities in the country and is the county seat of Collin County.
 Assisted living in McKinney means rolling hills as well as wide open spaces, magnificent old trees and towering skyscrapers, a historic downtown area and safe neighborhoods. A number of companies have relocated to the area giving McKinney residents access to jobs in green energy, medical services, hospitality, among other industries. McKinney seniors enjoy big city amenities and services served with good-old fashioned southern charm.

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With several boutiques, galleries, cafes and restaurants vying for attention, McKinney&rsquo;s downtown area is an exciting place to explore. You don&rsquo;t have to go very far to discover something new and interesting. Seniors and their family and visitors who prefer to commune with nature can visit the
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 Heard Natural Science Museum &amp; Wildlife Sanctuary
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. A quiet stroll among the flower gardens and shaded trails is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in glorious Texas sunshine. In the mood to catch a play or a dance recital? The Collin County Courthouse is now the
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 McKinney Performing Arts Center
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Seniors in McKinney and their caregivers receive excellent support from the <a title="North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging" href="http://www.nctcog.org/cs/aging/index.asp" target="_blank">North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging</a>. By creating a well-coordinated and far-reaching network of health and social services, this organization helps McKinney seniors live a full and active life. Seniors who need assistance with their basic needs or making medical decisions can count on them for assistance, guidance and relevant information. Assisted living in McKinney is further enhanced and supported by the <a title="Senior Recreation Center" href="http://www.mckinneytexas.org/index.aspx?NID=621" target="_blank">Senior Recreation Center</a> on College Street. Offering a wide array of classes, age-appropriate sports activities, outings and lectures, the center keeps seniors busy, engaged and stimulated. A welcoming and comfortable haven, senior citizens are encouraged to drop by the center for a cup of coffee, conversation and the company of their friends.

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The newly renovated Holiday Chateau McKinney is a pet-friendly, independent senior living community located in McKinney, Texas just five miles west of historic downtown McKinney.

Chateau McKinney features spacious senior apartments available in studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Each unit includes modern amenities like a kitchenette, washer and dryer hookups, and individual thermostat control. Select floor plans feature a patio or balcony, providing residents with their own private outdoor space. Covered and individual garage parking are also available.

The well-maintained grounds feature a large courtyard, patio space, gardens and an outdoor swimming pool with hot tub. Indoor common areas are designed to foster engagement and include an event space, theater, fitness center and private dining room. A well-stocked library is available for book clubs or solo readers, and residents enjoy the convenience of an on-site barber shop and beauty salon, as well as a large screen TV lounge.

The community offers a wide range of all-inclusive services and amenities, such as housekeeping, light linen services and a calendar of social events. Three freshly prepared meals are served each day in the dining room, with a variety of menu options crafted by the culinary team. Scheduled transportation is also available for appointments, outings and errands.

Upon move-in, each resident receives a wearable Lively® Mobile Plus GPS device, which provides 24/7 emergency medical and personal assistance both within the community and outside it. Physical and occupational therapy and home care services are available on-site from third-party providers for an additional cost.

Chateau McKinney is less than a 10-minute drive from the Baylor Scott &amp; White Medical Center, Landon Winery and Walmart Neighborhood Market.

 To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://apps.hhs.texas.gov/ltcsearch/">Texas Long-Term Care Provider Search</a>

Chateau McKinney

Avalon Memory Care has gone to great lengths to provide a mode of care that is uniquely tailored to the special needs of the Alzheimers victim. We are concerned with every phase of the residents needs (physical, emotional, and social). We work to restore and support the residents self esteem, dignity, and the resumption of as many of the daily personal tasks of which the resident is capable. Surrounded by family treasures and memories, the residents live in the comfort and privacy of their own rooms in a spacious, ranch style, one level home with built-in security features such as a secured patio and roomy backyard. They bond with and enjoy the companionship of other residents and inevitably form a family feeling that eliminates the loneliness or isolation often experienced in institutional settings. They enjoy luxury accommodations including exquisite furnishings in these fine homes.
We provide professional and sensitive care for the physical, emotional, mental, and social needs of our residents. Our care focuses on the safety and well-being of our residents, 24-hours a day. We have many excellent referrals and are licensed by the State of Texas as a small/large Class B Assisted Living with Alzheimer and Related Disorders certification. 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>

Avalon Memory Care - Meadow Ranch

Pioneer Ridge is located in the Stonebridge area of McKinney, next to the Stonebridge Golf Course. We are close to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities. Pioneer Ridge is an all-inclusive aging-in-place independent living community, featuring two managing couples who live onsite to provide comfort and safety 24/7. Our culinary team provides 3 made from scratch meals daily. Our housekeeping team cleans your apartment weekly, and can provide fresh linens and towels each week. We take care of all of your maintenance needs, and your rent includes all utilities (except phone), TV, and internet. We have a busy activity calendar daily, and weekly outings to local restaurants, and places of interest. Our bus provides transportation to doctor appointments, errands, and outings Monday through Friday.

Pioneer Ridge Gracious Retirement Living 

We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a wonderful living environment everyday. Our genuine caring staff, home style meals, daily activities add to our residents' experience.Through special events, activities, clubs and ongoing cultural enrichment programs, we offer unlimited opportunities for you to get to know other residents and us. Call to set up an appointment for a tour because we delight in showing you our home.<h5>Amenities and Services</h5><ul><li>Daily assistance with bathing and dressing</li><li>Medication management</li><li>Dining assistance and special diets</li><li>Assistance with reminders and redirection</li><li>Escorts and assistance with walking</li><li>Emergency response call system</li><li>Housekeeping</li><li>Laundry and linen service</li> </ul>*Rates subject to change at any time. Level of care not included. 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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The environment inside Legend of McKinney is purposefully designed to offer a variety of experiences centered around building community and supporting each person's independence. You'll discover casual dining or coffee in The Bistro, great books in the library, full-length films in the Oscars Theater, as well as crafts and activity rooms. The Harmony Day Spa offers a therapeutic and relaxing whirlpool and hair salon. With your privacy in mind, we've created a Personal Care Suite where you can consult with our health care team in a comfortable private setting.

This community offers a Gold Leaf Dining experience for all residents which entail fresh prepared meals in our own kitchen by our staff of professional Gold Leaf Chefs.  Breakfast consists of a wide array of traditional breakfast items, including eggs cooked to order. For lunch and dinner, you may choose a freshly prepared selection from the Gold Leaf Choice menu or the Café Select menu, and your choice will be brought to your table by one of our friendly wait staff. The Gold Leaf Choice menu is created by the chef and changes daily.

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Associates receive training through a thorough onboarding program and ongoing, annual training as required by the state regulations.  Department heads are required to participate in bi-annual training in their designated field of expertise.

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This community publishes a monthly newsletter which often contains a calendar of planned events, a schedule of daily activities is posted at the community.  Families will receive a phone call if there is any change in the health of the resident.

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A half hour before mealtimes, aroma therapy is used to stimulate synapses in the brain to recognize that it is time to eat, residents are escorted to the dining room and accompanied at the table by an associate who demonstrates mirroring techniques to enhance memories of proper eating techniques.

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This community is very proud to have a diverse community of residents who enjoy a wide range of activities from physical exercise, exploring their artistic talents, cooking classes and volunteering their time in various local community projects, just to name a few.

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This community offers scheduled transportation via shuttle buses for our assisted living resident’s convenience.  Community is equipped with a porte-cochere for the convenience and safety of all residents.

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Trained associates are on the premises 24-hours a day, electromagnetic locking doors, specialty carpets near doors with alarms, etc.

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Staff-to-resident ratio will fluctuate depending on the number of residents.

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Residents are allowed to have well-behaved pets and there is ample space outdoors for residents to enjoy with their pets. 

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When residents appear to be moving towards an exit, associates are trained to re-direct them back to their activities or apartments.  Special carpet designed to deter residents are placed around fire exits and the doors in each community are installed with electro-magnetic locking systems.

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Programs and activities for Memory Care Residents are customized based on personal interest, cognitive and physical abilities using the resident’s life story.  

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Each resident’s health and cognitive functioning are assessed by the health care coordinator when they move into the community.  Each resident is assessed again 30 days after move-in and every 120 days after that by the Healthcare Coordinator.

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Anytime there is a change in the health or behavior of a resident, the family is notified with a phone call.

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Some of the life enrichment opportunities include: trips to the theater and art venues, outings to shopping and attractions, community and cultural events, informative lectures and educational speakers, volunteer opportunities, fitness classes, walking groups, social and themed parties, book clubs, family events and much more.

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