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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ater, TX

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Memory care in Ater offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Ater is about $4,441 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 679 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of AlzCare Alzheimer's Assisted Living - Waco
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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This community is a great place for rehabilitation services. The people were nice and the community was clean. The food was ok and I would recommend this community.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Willow Creek Ranch
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Country Club Retirement Community Assisted Living, CCRC, was designed for people who are ready to make transitions in their life, get a little help with the things that are getting more difficult, yet want to hold on to their independence.CCRC Assisted Living opened June 29, 2009. The Assisted...
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Cost of memory care in Ater, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ater is $4,441 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamilton, TX with an average of $3,633 per month.

Memory care costs in Ater, TX, vs. nearby cities

Ater, TX
$4,441/mo

Memory care costs in Ater, TX, vs. state and national averages

Ater, TX
$4,441/mo
$4,934/mo
U.S. national average
$4,941/mo

Memory care costs in Ater, TX, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,441/mo

Memory care costs in Ater, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,252/mo
Studio
$4,463/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,478/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,345/mo

Senior living costs in Ater vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ater, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAter, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$4,441/mo$4,934/mo$4,941/mo
Assisted Living$4,441/mo$4,770/mo$4,707/mo
Independent Living$3,964/mo$4,247/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Ater, TX:$4,441/mo
Texas:$4,934/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Assisted Living
Ater, TX:$4,441/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Independent Living
Ater, TX:$3,964/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Ater

Recent reviews for memory care in Ater

The Delaney at Lake Waco

5.0
5 stars on all, we have been very pleased. I would want others to know just how caring, friendly and informative all of the staff here are. The room sizes are just fine, they have both individual and shared rooms in memory care. I would recommend The Delaney at Lake Waco, my sister and I ...
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Ascension Living Providence Village in Waco, TX

5.0
I would highly recommend it to anyone who asks. We picked this community because we visited 3 facilities and it was clearly better. Accommodations and dining. Super friendly staff.

The Blake at Waco

5.0
My siblings and I are all pleased with everything that the Blake at Waco has to offer so far. Staff is very friendly and accommodating to our parents needs.

Ater review score based on 131 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 131 reviews of 29 Ater memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ater review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ater review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Ater, TX29 facilities
8.8
Gatesville, TX33 facilities
8.8
South Mountain, TX32 facilities

Review subcategories for Ater memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 131 reviews of 29 Ater memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ater resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ater, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
4.1
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.8
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
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Ater memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ater memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ater, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ater memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Ater that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ater, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ater memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ater Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ater, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ater memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ater, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.6%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.5%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ater memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ater, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.2%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
58.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ater memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Ater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ater, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
75.9%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
72.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
58.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
79.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Ater

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Texas memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Ater protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 32 memory care facilities near Ater, Texas. See the full list.

The 32 memory care facilities near you in Ater, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ater, Texas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

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The cost of memory care facilities in Ater, Texas ranges from $2400 to $7455. The average Memory Care cost in Ater, Texas is $4,441. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ater, Texas typically starts at $2400. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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