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Evergreen at Richardson is located in the northeastern Dallas suburb of Richardson, just east of Plano. It sits minutes away from Breckinridge Park and its recreational area, and multiple bus stops near the property connect residents with Dallas. Residents and visitors appreciate the safety and cleanliness of the facility and give special praise to the staff members for their friendliness. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including a beach-entry salt water pool, a community garden, outdoor sitting areas, a beauty salon and a fitness center.

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<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;survey&nbsp;shows that Richardon’s&nbsp;average cost of assisted living is the highest in its&nbsp;area at $4,350 per month. This is well above the Texas state average of $3,795 and the $4,000 national average.&nbsp;Assisted living is also over $1,000 more costly per month than in nearby&nbsp;Longview ($3,100). Nearby cities with assisted living prices closest to Richmond’s include the Killeen&nbsp;area ($4,053), College Station area ($3,995) and Tyler ($3,800). Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Richardson, so data for the closest city, Dallas, was used.&nbsp;

Assisted Living Costs in Richardson

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Seniors in Richardson can expect to pay varying prices for senior care, depending on their needs and&nbsp;the type of care received. Those receiving full-time care in a skilled nursing home pay the most at an average cost of $5,064 per month. The price of assisted living facilities ($4,350), which provides an intermediate level of care&nbsp;and assistance with activities of daily living,&nbsp;is a few hundred dollars more per month than homemaker services ($4,004) and home health aides ($4,040). However, assisted living fees often include room and board, expenses not usually covered in the costs of home health care. For those who only require part-time care and can travel daily to&nbsp;a center outside the home, adult day health services are the&nbsp;most affordable senior care option at $1,408 per month.

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Richardson

Veteran’s Aid and Attendance The Federal&nbsp;<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">Aid and Attendance</a> program provides qualified veterans and their surviving spouses with monthly payments in addition to their already received pension.&nbsp; To qualify for A&amp;A, an applicant must meet at least one of the following criteria: 
<li>Need a caregiver’s assistance for activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing and dressing</li>
<li>Be legally blind</li>
<li>Be bedridden</li>
<li>Receive care in a nursing home</li>
 To apply, Richardson seniors should send a written report detailing their level of mobility, disability and daily habits to: Department of Veterans Affairs Claims Intake Center Attn:&nbsp; St. Paul Pension Center PO BOX 5365 Janesville, WI&nbsp; 53547-5365 Seniors can also visit the Waco Regional Office to apply in person at&nbsp;701 Clay&nbsp;Avenue, Waco, Texas. Community Care for the Aged and Disabled The Texas Health and Human Services Commission administers&nbsp;<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/handbooks/cw-ccad/section-1000-program-description" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/handbooks/cw-ccad/section-1000-program-description" rel="noopener noreferrer">CCAD</a>, which<a href="https://hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/handbooks/cw-ccad/section-1000-program-description" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://hhs.texas.gov/laws-regulations/handbooks/cw-ccad/section-1000-program-description" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a>&nbsp;is a program that provides services to individuals who would prefer to live in the community rather than a nursing home. Benefits include: 
<li>Assistance with housekeeping and personal care</li>
<li>Home-delivered meals</li>
<li>Emergency services</li>
<li>Case management</li>
 To qualify for CCAD, individuals can earn no more than $2,313 per month and have assets totaling no more than $5,000. Married couples can earn no more than $4,626 per month and have no more than $6,000 in assets. To apply, Richardson seniors can contact the <a href="https://www.connecttocaredallas.org/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.connecttocaredallas.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dallas Aging and Disability Resource Center</a>&nbsp;at (855) 937-2372.&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 27 Assisted Living Communities in Richardson and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Richardson, 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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In Texas, Medicaid&nbsp;is available to seniors aged 65 and older, people with disabilities and children and their caregivers. Medicaid provides free and low-cost health care services to individuals who qualify based on income and other criteria, based on&nbsp;the program that best suits their needs. Depending on the specific program through which a senior is enrolled, Medicaid benefits may include: <ul>
<li>Doctor appointments and hospital stays</li>
<li>Community-based services</li>
<li>Dental, vision and hearing care</li>
<li>Laboratory services</li>
<li>Prescription drugs</li>
<li>Nursing home care</li>
</ul> Seniors may&nbsp;qualify for Medicaid through&nbsp;one of three programs if they also meet certain financial criteria. These programs are: <ol>
<li>The Medicaid&nbsp;<a href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/buy-in" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/buy-in" rel="noopener noreferrer">Buy-In</a> program, where individuals who are working, have a disability and don’t live in an institution can pay monthly to&nbsp;receive benefits&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicaid for people who receive&nbsp;<a href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/have-SSI" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://yourtexasbenefits.hhsc.texas.gov/programs/health/disability-or-65plus/have-SSI" rel="noopener noreferrer">Supplemental Security Income&nbsp;</a></li>
<li>Medicaid 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 care</a></li>
</ol> SSI&nbsp;Medicaid Seniors&nbsp;who meet the below financial limits and are at least 65 years old, blind or disabled&nbsp;are entitled to receive SSI Medicaid: <ul>
<li>Individuals earning no more than $771 in monthly income and&nbsp;with no more than $2,000 in assets; countable&nbsp;assets for Medicaid don’t&nbsp;include the senior’s home, primary vehicle and personal belongings such as furniture</li>
<li>Married couples&nbsp;earning no more than $1,157 in monthly income and with no more than $3,000 in assets</li>
</ul> Long-Term Care To receive long-term care, seniors must be at least 65 years old or have a disability lasting at least 12 months and require at least 30 consecutive days of continuous care.&nbsp;For this program, seniors must pay a portion of their health care costs&nbsp;before receiving free services, and the following financial limits apply: <ul>
<li>Individuals can earn no more than $2,313 in monthly income and have no more than $2,000 in assets.</li>
<li>Married couples can earn no more than $4,626&nbsp;in monthly income and have no more than $3,000 in assets. For married couples where only one partner applies, the&nbsp;spouse not applying may&nbsp;keep up to $126,420 in assets.</li>
</ul> While those who live in a nursing home and meet the financial limits are entitled to receive Medicaid services, seniors&nbsp;who wish to receive benefits in an assisted living&nbsp;facility must&nbsp;enroll in a waiver program. STAR+PLUS Home and Community-Based Services&nbsp;Waiver The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/insurance-financial-help/starplus-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/insurance-financial-help/starplus-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs" rel="noopener noreferrer">STAR+PLUS&nbsp;HCBS waiver </a>may be an option for Richardson seniors&nbsp;who would like to receive long-term care while living in an assisted living facility.&nbsp; To qualify, a senior must: <ul>
<li>Require a nursing home level of care</li>
<li>Be approved for Medicaid and meet the Medicaid&nbsp;SSI&nbsp;or long-term care program financial limits&nbsp;</li>
<li>Not be enrolled in any other Medicaid waiver program</li>
</ul> Services&nbsp;available through this waiver include: <ul>
<li>Assisted living</li>
<li>Service coordination</li>
<li>Respite care</li>
<li>Personal assistance</li>
<li>At-home nursing</li>
<li>Home-delivered meals</li>
<li>Occupational, physical and speech therapies</li>
<li>Medical equipment</li>
<li>Dental care</li>
</ul> To apply for Medicaid services, seniors can complete the form&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home" rel="noopener noreferrer">online</a>&nbsp;or call (877) 541-7905.&nbsp; Richardson seniors interested in STAR+PLUS should call (877) 782-6440. Those approved for Medicaid and STAR+PLUS receive a packet in the mail detailing their medical plan choices. Seniors should select a plan and return the packet within 15 days of receipt.

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Assisted Living Resources in Richardson

The Dallas Area Agency on Aging serves seniors and their caregivers through benefits counseling and care coordination services, such as home repairs, income support and personal assistance.

Area Agency on Aging

Dallas and Collin counties serve seniors through several community senior centers that encourage socializing, recreational activities and lifelong learning.&nbsp;The centers offer various services, such as low-cost meals, transportation and benefits counseling from trained volunteers.

Senior Centers (Dallas and Collin Counties)

Richardson area veterans resources include county veteran services and the Veterans Center of North Texas. Each office serves area vets and their loved ones by providing benefits resources and advocacy. Services include counseling, food pantries, claims assistance and support groups.

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Colonial Oaks at Campbell Park in Garland is a beautiful community offering assisted living and memory care. We have studio and one-bedroom apartments at a competitive rate. Our apartments include spacious living, large walk-in closets and oversized bathroom. They also include a kitchenette with a full size refrigerator. We offer all the amenities that you could want in an assisted living such as activities, bus trips, weekly laundry, medication distribution, 3 meals a day, and housekeeping weekly. We also offer a movie theatre where our residents watch their favorite movies. Our community prides itself in the excellent care given to each resident with experienced resident aides. We have a nurse and memory care director on staff and on call 24/7. Ivy is our community and therapy dog who is present every day during business hours to give therapy and love to our sweet residents. Please stop by at any time and take a tour of our lovely community. 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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Nestled in a residential neighborhood with plentiful nearby amenities, the brand-new Orchard Park of Murphy is designed to evoke feelings of a comfortable home. We offer an array of amenities, services and support to you or your loved one so the senior years can be enjoyed.

Orchard Park of Murphy is operated by Good Neighbor Care, a nationally recognized as a leading manager of high-quality senior living communities. With over two decades of service, we take great pride in understanding our residents, their needs and lifestyle choices. Whether you seek the best in memory care, assisted living or independent living Good Neighbor Care offers the best options to choose from.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

Among the best things about moving to Orchard Park of Murphy is that it is a community where your time will be spent amongst friends. Our common areas are designed for comfort and interaction. We lovingly craft activities meant to engage residents and staff alike. On any day, you may find residents engaged in Bible study, bingo, arts and crafts, trips and outings or reading groups.

Freed from the stress and difficulty of preparing meals and the chore of cleanup, our residents look forward to dining on cuisine prepared by our expert culinary staff. And while there are three meals prepared per day, residents are free to grab snacks and beverages at any time.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

Orchard Park of Murphy features 24-hour staffing, meaning that help is always just around the corner. If something breaks, we fix it - home maintenance will never be a chore for you again! We will take care of the housekeeping and laundry, keeping your home and belongings tidy. Salon and barber shop services are even available on site.

Our assisted living community offers compassionate care services that support your independence We are there to help with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, toileting, mobility and medication management. Those who suffer from memory loss conditions such as Alzheimer&#39;s or dementia thrive in our memory care neighborhood. With our enriching activities, designed to stimulate the mind and highly trained staff, we provide the security and support to help your loved one regain freedom.

We invite you to visit us at Orchard Park of Murphy and see what makes our lovely community so special!

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Conveniently located northeast of Dallas, just south of President George Bush Turnpike on Shiloh Road, this beautiful Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 43 residents in a cozy, residential-style home. From its welcoming front porch, picturesque garden and picnic areas to the inviting central courtyard, Grand Brook of N. Richardson/Garland offers plenty of indoor/outdoor living space for its residents. The community features a multi-use clubhouse, including library, salon, and beautiful living area for larger, communal activities. Residents and families enjoy the homes therapeutic kitchen, themed residential neighborhoods and private dining area for special family gatherings.

Grand Brook Memory Care is family-owned and operated, and dedicated to providing the highest level of care for individuals living with memory impairment. Our homes are thoughtfully designed with the needs of our residents and their families in mind. With a trained and caring staff, a secured community, stimulating activities, fine dining and much, much more, Grand Brook Memory Care provides peace of mind. Our goal is to make each day a meaningful experience for those who call Grand Brook their home. Its truly individualized and loving care at the core of all that we do. 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>

Grand Brook Memory Care of Garland

This is residential living in a beautiful private home...safe, comfortable with a 24-hour awake caregiving team to take care of all your individual needs. We pay particular attention to enabling our seniors to live happily in a warm, loving and supportive environment. We take pride in our quality of care and attention to detail. We anticipate the needs of our residents and plan ahead for their care.

We provide 24-hour personalized care and services for seniors who need one-on-one assistance with activities of daily living. 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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