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Memory care in Rusk 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 Rusk is about $4,088 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 44 communities, read 617 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. They are really nice and treat my loved one very well. My loved one really likes the staff. The food tastes really good according to my loved...
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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The staff really work hard at making Mom welcome and feel at home. This is a great fit for our family. I wish there were more activities to keep the residents occupied. The food is great, they really work...
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 Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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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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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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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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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
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.
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
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.
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.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Lufkin, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. We also...
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Moved mom in during the pandemic, many options and activities were closed. As they are starting up she has met some new friends and is settling in nicely.
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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.

Cost of memory care in Rusk, TX

The average cost of senior living in Rusk is $4,088 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kennard, TX with an average of $3,881 per month.

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

Rusk, TX
$4,088/mo
$4,031/mo
$4,071/mo

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

Rusk, TX
$4,088/mo
$4,931/mo
U.S. national average
$4,939/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,088/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,751/mo
Studio
$4,173/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,284/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,930/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,095/mo

Senior living costs in Rusk 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: Rusk, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRusk, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$4,088/mo$4,931/mo$4,939/mo
Assisted Living$4,088/mo$4,766/mo$4,706/mo
Independent Living$3,900/mo$4,248/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
Rusk, TX:$4,088/mo
Texas:$4,931/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
Assisted Living
Rusk, TX:$4,088/mo
Texas:$4,766/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Independent Living
Rusk, TX:$3,900/mo
Texas:$4,248/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Rusk

Recent reviews for memory care in Rusk

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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Magnolia Court in Nacogdoches, TX

4.0
Overall our experience with Magnolia Court has been a good one. The staff here is friendly and for the most part do a good job taking care of the residents. I do advise talking to them and making it clear the sort of care that you think works best for your loved one, they're very accommodating ...
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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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Rusk review score based on 114 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 114 reviews of 39 Rusk memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rusk 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

Rusk review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Rusk, TX39 facilities
7.7
Gallatin, TX50 facilities
8.3
Reklaw, TX54 facilities

Review subcategories for Rusk 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 114 reviews of 39 Rusk memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rusk 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.
Rusk, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.2
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Rusk memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rusk memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rusk, 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 Rusk 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 Rusk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
69.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
27.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.1%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rusk 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 Rusk Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41%
44.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rusk 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 Rusk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
49.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.8%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Rusk 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 Rusk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.2%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.4%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
48.7%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rusk 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 Rusk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rusk, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.6%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.4%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
43.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Rusk

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Willow Park, Garden Estates of Tyler and Brookdale Henderson are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rusk, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 44 memory care facilities near Rusk, Texas. See the full list.

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

The 44 memory care facilities near you in Rusk, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rusk, 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 Rusk, 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 Rusk, Texas ranges from $1875 to $7630. The average Memory Care cost in Rusk, Texas is $4,088. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Rusk, Texas typically starts at $1875. 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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