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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Melissa, TX
Memory care in Melissa 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 Melissa is about $6,586 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 319 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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13 reviews
Mom spent the final 8 months of her life in Avalon Memory Care in Allen. The staff was great. There was rarely a day that my brother or I did not come by and they were always friendly to us and did their...
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.
Welcome to Avalon Memory Care in Allen. We are located at the intersection of North Greenville Avenue and High Meadow Drive, right across the street from the Allen High School Football Stadium. Besides this gorgeous secure environment, Avalon brings its national award-winning care in the...
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9.6
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76 reviews
They have been really good with my dad in memory care and based on the experience we have had, we would recommend Legend of McKinney to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
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9.5
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45 reviews
We chose Grand Brook Memory Care of McKinney because of the homelike atmosphere and the positive approach. The staff are all happy and caring and seem to genuinely enjoy their work.
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.
WELCOME TO GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF MCKINNEY! Located close to McKinney's charming historic downtown, near the Highway 75/State Hwy 121 interchange, this beautiful Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 43 residents in a cozy, residential-style home. From its welcoming front porch,...
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9.2
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16 reviews
Thank you to Village on the Park McKinney for taking such good care of my mother. We are grateful for the safe, secure feeling she has and love hearing about the new friends she has made since moving in.
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.
Village on the Park McKinney is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and...
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8.5
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4 reviews
The experience is great. The only reason I gave a 4 for care services is they haven't been able to get a hair professional in, we had to cut Moms hair ourselves. The new owners are fantastic, but the 4 for...
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.
Golden Grace DAHS is your home away from home.Golden Grace DAHS is dedicated to providing specialized care services for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other Dementias.The program promotes social, emotional and physical well-being to our members to achieve optimal health and remaining as...
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8.5
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56 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Redbud Place and the overall experience has been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The meals are good. The care services are also great. I...
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.
Redbud Place is located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet tree lined neighborhood on the edge of town. Our comfortable homelike community promotes independence while assisting residents with daily routines such as: Medication management Monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high...
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8.0
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34 reviews
Anointed Senior Living is a beautiful newly remodeled facility. This team is incredibly kind and accommodating. The staff are amazing! They care so deeply for residents, even down to birthday parties with...
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.
Anointed Senior Living McKinneyWelcome to Anointed Senior Living McKinney, in McKinney, Texas! ***Under NEW OWNERSHIP as of June 4, 2024, with new services and a completely renovated facility.***A freshly designed memory-care community featuring a brightly-lit, open floor plan with comfortable...
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7.7
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36 reviews
My mom passed away. She did really like it here though. The staff were all great! Very good to her. I highly recommend Cariad at North Brook Assisted Living and Memory Care.
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.
At Cariad at North Brook we offer top notch service in a warm, caring environment. We are located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet neighborhood near the All Ruschhaupt Soccer Complex.We welcome both you and your family by offering a private dining room for entertaining guests, overnight...
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5.7
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52 reviews
Overall good experience but they did seem short handed at times but that may be part for the industry post covid They were very friendly and very willing to work with us to ensure our loved one was well...
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.
The Ivy of McKinney is a warm and cozy Community designed to promote creativity and independence within a safe and loving environment. The Ivy of McKinney provides first-class McKinney Assisted Living and Memory Care - we would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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: Memory Care
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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.
Village Green offers a homelike family atmosphere with loving care for your loved one.Our environment allows residents to continue living in comfort with dignity and respect. Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions have a traumatic effect on everyone involved. Our homes enable seniors with...
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Cost of memory care in Melissa, TX
The average cost of senior living in Melissa is $6,586 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitewright, TX with an average of $3,786 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Melissa, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Melissa
Recent reviews for memory care in Melissa
The Healthcare Resort of Plano
5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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Landing at Watermere - Frisco
5.0
Moving memaw into a memory care wasn’t easy but seeing all the activities and events they offer put me at ease, she loves it here! I love to keep up with her activities on their community Facebook page!
Tribute Senior Living in Prosper, TX
4.3
Overall they are fantastic here. There can be times that the care staff can get frustrated with the residents. The call button response time could be improved upon, and this might be due to the lack of staff as in any community.
Melissa review score based on 60 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 10 Melissa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Melissa 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
Melissa review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Melissa 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 60 reviews of 10 Melissa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Melissa 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.Melissa, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Melissa memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melissa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melissa, 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 Melissa 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 Melissa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Melissa 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 Melissa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
90%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melissa 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 Melissa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
90%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Melissa 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 Melissa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
70%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melissa 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 Melissa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melissa, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
90%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
90%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
70%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Avalon Memory Care - Allen and Avalon Memory Care - Carrollton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Melissa, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Melissa, Texas. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Melissa, Texas are Landing at Watermere - Frisco, The Waterford at Plano and Legend of McKinney. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Melissa, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Melissa, 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 Melissa, 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 Melissa, Texas ranges from $1250 to $489900. The average Memory Care cost in Melissa, Texas is $6,586. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Melissa, Texas typically starts at $1250. 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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