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Memory care in Buckholts 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 Buckholts is about $4,276 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 324 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Garden Estates of Temple
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44 Floor plans available
9.7
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80 reviews
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I have had both a sister and a brother at Garden Estates. My sister was there for eight years and my brother for only eight months. We were well pleased both times. The administration and staff are...
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.
Garden Estates of Temple offers upscale independent and assisted living with a broad range of living options and services to meet senior's changing needs. We offer 24 hour care, 7 days a week with an on-site nurse, attentive staff, beautiful grounds, lovely apartment homes with beautiful lounges,...
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9.4
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65 reviews
9.4
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65 reviews
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58%
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22%
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11%
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Here're my thoughts: WP is a top notch facility. The staff is incredibly caring and friendly (this includes the maintenance man). They work hard to make sure each resident is cared for medically and...
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.
Wildflower Place is located in Temple, Texas, near Lake Belton. The lake and the surrounding parks are a popular afternoon outing for our residents and their families. We are also near downtown and residents enjoy trips to town for shopping, dining and other entertainment.Our community offers...
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9.2
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19 reviews
9.2
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19 reviews
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63%
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I am grateful for the attentive care my wife is provided. It is a great relief knowing her medicines are administered properly and on time. The staff does their best to make her feel at home and cared for....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Mercy House Temple is a residential care home in Temple, TX, which serves Bell County. This small area is located in Central Texas, close to Fort Hood, Austin, and Waco. The small city has lovely amenities and a number of notable art venues. It's a peaceful place to live and because of its...
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Photo of Western Hills Senior Living
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22 Floor plans available
9.1
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33 reviews
9.1
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33 reviews
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They have been great to my mom and I honestly believe their consistent care and attention have improved her life dramatically. I would recommend. I don't what else I could say. Just give the place a chance...
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.
A Rich and Full LifeDo you want to exchange the burdens of household chores for a retirement season rich in quality care, genuine friendships and a long list of inspiring activities and events? If so, look no further than our warm and friendly assisted living community in Temple, Texas. Because...
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Photo of Sodalis Temple
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9.1
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64 reviews
9.1
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The staff is nice but there have been some issues with my brother's medicines. He said the nurse there is not nice but I have not met her.
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.
Whether you enjoy the freedom of personal independence or the comfort of being catered to, Sodalis Temple is tailored to meet your personal needs and preferences. Assisted living and respite services are all available. Our community offers a wide range of options and services for seniors who want...
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Photo of Stoney Brook of Belton
55 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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17 reviews
8.9
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17 reviews
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I found that aids and med techs are always changing - only a few are there consistently. My mom's only been there 2 months, so we're still learning roles of people.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Located in picturesque Belton, Bell County, Texas, Stoney Brook of Belton is a beautiful assisted living community you’ll enjoy being a part of. Our modern, beautiful, stone-like building and well cared for grounds with ample courtyard and outdoor space creates the at-home feel you desire. And,...
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Photo of Canyon Creek Memory Care
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8.1
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45 reviews
8.1
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45 reviews
5 star
56%
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9%
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Mom is settling in at Canyon Creek Memory Care. Is a good place for her. I’ve been impressed with the staff and the cleanliness of the place. It’s organized, they have activities that she can participate in....
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.
The Arbor House of Temple's memory care philosophy is based on the belief that each resident is entitled to the highest quality of life through wellness services that work to promote independence, healthful lifestyles, dignity, and a sense of security. The right of each resident to determine...
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Just about all of it has made it a great experience and I would recommend WIll O Bell Assisted Living community to other families
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.
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Cost of memory care in Buckholts, TX

The average cost of senior living in Buckholts is $4,276 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little River-Academy, TX with an average of $4,148 per month.

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

Buckholts, TX
$4,276/mo
$5,131/mo
$5,063/mo

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

Buckholts, TX
$4,276/mo
$4,934/mo
U.S. national average
$4,939/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,276/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,098/mo
Studio
$4,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,165/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,688/mo

Senior living costs in Buckholts 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: Buckholts, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuckholts, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$4,276/mo$4,934/mo$4,939/mo
Assisted Living$4,276/mo$4,766/mo$4,706/mo
Independent Living$3,813/mo$4,248/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Buckholts, TX:$4,276/mo
Texas:$4,934/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
Assisted Living
Buckholts, TX:$4,276/mo
Texas:$4,766/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Independent Living
Buckholts, TX:$3,813/mo
Texas:$4,248/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Buckholts

Recent reviews for memory care in Buckholts

Canyon Creek Memory Care in Temple, TX

5.0
Canyon Creek was a great place! The facility and staff are great. As I myself tried to personally take care of my mother, but it was overwhelming. I was glad to find Canyon Creek. My mother was well cared for. They were great not only with my mother but all the patients. The 8 months my mother ...
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Garden Estates of Temple

5.0
We absolutely love Garden Estates my Father in law is so happy and well taken care of. He loves the staff and we consider them family. Has made friends. Enjoys the food and Church devices. He likes that his place gets cleaned and laundry gets done. We give it 5 stars. Our prayers were answered ...
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The Mercy House in Temple, TX

4.9
When searching for the right place for our loved one, we visited several communities-but the moment we stepped into Mercy House, both in Temple and Georgetown, we felt an overwhelming sense of peace. These homes are warm, inviting,& truly feel like a family environment. The smaller, intimate ...
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Buckholts review score based on 57 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 8 Buckholts memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buckholts 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

Buckholts review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Buckholts, TX8 facilities
8.5
Rogers, TX82 facilities
8.6
Cameron, TX61 facilities

Review subcategories for Buckholts 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 57 reviews of 8 Buckholts memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buckholts 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.
Buckholts, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
4.3
Care services
4.3
3.9
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.8
Activities
4.1
3.8
Value for cost*
4.2
3.8
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Buckholts memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buckholts memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buckholts, 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 Buckholts 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 Buckholts that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buckholts, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
69.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
27.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buckholts 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 Buckholts Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buckholts, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
44.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buckholts 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 Buckholts partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buckholts, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
49.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
62.5%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Buckholts 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 Buckholts communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buckholts, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
87.5%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buckholts 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 Buckholts offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buckholts, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
75%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
87.5%
52.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
87.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Buckholts

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 Buckholts protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Estates of Temple, Wildflower Place and The Mercy House are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buckholts, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 8 memory care facilities near Buckholts, Texas. See the full list.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Buckholts, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buckholts, 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 Buckholts, 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 Buckholts, Texas ranges from $2395 to $9930. The average Memory Care cost in Buckholts, Texas is $4,276. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Buckholts, Texas typically starts at $2395. 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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