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Memory care in Athens 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 Athens is about $3,953 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 46 communities, read 625 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Attention to detail making sure everything is done such as making sure my dad is changed, could do a better job. very nice looking place, overall! It was clean, the staff were friendly, and they seemed to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Heritage Oaks Retirement VillageEnjoy the peaceful surroundings of Heritage Oaks Retirement Village, an assisted living community located in Corsicana, Texas. Our charming facility offers attractive residential living options for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, yet desire...
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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We toured this location while looking into options for our loved one. It was a very nice looking place, it was clean and the staff we met were friendly. The activities in particular looked impressive, they...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Greenbrier Nursing and Rehab of Tyler, Texas has proudly served East Texas for over 30 years! Greenbrier is a participating member of the Chamber of Commerce and recently had a ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of a new rehab unit. We are located right off Loop 323 in a quiet neighborhood...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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.
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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.
Free State CrestwoodLocated in beautiful East Texas, you’ll find Free State Crestwood Assisted Living, a Senior Care Centers assisted living facility. With a variety of attractive residential living options, it’s the perfect choice for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, but...
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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.
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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.
The Gardens At Hawkins Explore The Gardens At Hawkins, an assisted living community located in Hawkins, Texas. We're located in a quaint, country-like town nestled into a wooded area and just minutes from US Highway 80. You'll find our residents enjoy a large, landscaped property that's split...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Athens, TX

The average cost of senior living in Athens is $3,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seven Points, TX with an average of $3,567 per month.

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

Athens, TX
$3,953/mo
$3,941/mo
$4,005/mo

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

Athens, TX
$3,953/mo
$4,935/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,953/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,899/mo
Studio
$4,131/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,258/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,782/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,523/mo

Senior living costs in Athens 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: Athens, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAthens, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$3,953/mo$4,935/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$3,953/mo$4,770/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,938/mo$4,248/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Athens, TX:$3,953/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Athens, TX:$3,953/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Athens, TX:$3,938/mo
Texas:$4,248/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Athens

Recent reviews for memory care in Athens

The Hamptons of Tyler Senior Living

4.9
What initially drew us to The Hamptons at Pineforest was the location, it is close to my mom and that was important to keep them close by so they could visit often. We have really liked the staff so far, they have been friendly and helpful in every way imaginable and we would definitely ...
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East Texas Alf Reunion Inn, LLC in Tyler, TX

5.0
They have activities but he doesn't participate because he's antisocial. Before his wife died they had actually lived there before so he wanted to come back. They're smaller than most places so they can pay more attention to things, they're also a local company so there was the local touch ...
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Dogwood Trails in Palestine, TX

5.0
They have a really good program, and they take a lot of time to explain things throughout the the whole process, which is really helpful. Every one of the staff we've worked with has been fantastic. They always take the time to make sure we understand what's happening and that we get updates. ...
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Athens review score based on 122 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 122 reviews of 42 Athens memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Athens 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

Athens review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Athens, TX42 facilities
7.5
Murchison, TX46 facilities
7.9
Malakoff, TX45 facilities

Review subcategories for Athens 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 122 reviews of 42 Athens memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Athens 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.
Athens, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Athens memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Athens memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Athens, 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 Athens 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 Athens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Athens, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.5%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Athens 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 Athens Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Athens, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.1%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Athens 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 Athens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Athens, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.2%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Athens 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 Athens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Athens, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
40.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Athens 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 Athens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Athens, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Athens

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 Athens protect seniors.
Learn about Texas memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 46 memory care facilities near Athens, Texas. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Athens, Texas are Atria Willow Park and Garden Estates of Tyler. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 46 memory care facilities near you in Athens, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Athens, Texas, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Athens, Texas, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Athens, Texas ranges from $1950 to $7630. The average Memory Care cost in Athens, Texas is $3,953. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Athens, Texas typically starts at $1950. 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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