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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Doolittle, TX
Assisted living costs in Doolittle average about $3,960 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Doolittle. Our detailed directory has 62 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as McAllen, Edinburg and Weslaco.
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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10 reviews
What can I say? A lot! Avalon Memory care is where you should place your loved one. The staff are professional and full of grace. We placed our mother there in less than a week. Very quick and expertly...
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.
At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...
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9.0
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37 reviews
All 5's. The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care was a blessing, kindness and understand staff relieved a lot of my worries and stress. My mother passed away on [date removed] , which...
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.
Introducing The Gardens at Brook Ridge Brand New, State-of-the-Art Assisted Living & Memory Care Community The Gardens at Brook Ridge is a warm, welcoming assisted living home that fosters a sense of community for the residents. The overall design balances the operational needs of...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.0
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8 reviews
We were on a little bit of a time crunch but we found the garden area and outdoor area with Waterford Gardens to be a big plus for us. The rooms are a little on the smaller side and we have to wear a mask,...
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.
Waterford Gardens On Griffin ParkwayLocated in beautiful Mission, Texas, Waterford Gardens On Griffin Parkway is an assisted living community with ample green space and walking paths. Our property is situated in a quiet residential area within just minutes of a variety of activities including...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
7.2
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5 reviews
Great place for my husband while he could stay due to an illness he had to leave. I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a place to care for a loved one
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Biltmore Personal Care Home Biltmore Personal Care Home is a senior care home that is located in the large city of McAllen, TX and in Hidalgo county. McAllen is in the southern part of Texas in the Rio Grande Valley. It is known for its wonderful scenery and beautiful weather. The group home...
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Great place to live in. Wonderful personalized care of the residents, amazing staff, beautiful grounds and delicious food. ...and a very kind relation with resident’s family.
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.
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.
Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located just a few minutes from several area hospitals, is a leader in healthcare offering the community of McAllen a variety of services. Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is proud to be the recipient of the 2011 National Quality Bronze...
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 assisted living in Doolittle, TX
The average cost of senior living in Doolittle is $3,960 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lyford, TX with an average of $3,237 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Doolittle, TX vs. nearby cities
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Doolittle, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Doolittle, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Doolittle
Recent reviews for assisted living in Doolittle
The Bridges At Edinburg
5.0
I just can't say enough good things about Bridges. They have taken good care of my mom and they are on top of things. She had a fall before coming here and since coming here has been improving. They are located conveniently for our family and they are really just a great community from top to ...
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Waterford Gardens on Griffin Parkway in Mission, TX
5.0
This is the place I was looking for. I can't imagine my loved one being in another community. The gardens and waterfalls on the grounds of the community are so peaceful for the residents to take advantage of. There is a pleasant smell to the community.
All the staff have been friendly and ...
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Biltmore Assisted Living in McAllen, TX
5.0
I would recommend Biltmore to other families. It's a good place and it's reasonable
Doolittle assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Doolittle assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Doolittle, 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 Doolittle assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Doolittle that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Doolittle, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
85.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Doolittle assisted living
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 Doolittle Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Doolittle, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Doolittle assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Doolittle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Doolittle, TXNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Doolittle assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Doolittle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Doolittle, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Doolittle assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Doolittle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Doolittle, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
45.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Doolittle
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Doolittle protect seniors.
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Avalon Memory Care - Edinburg, The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care and Biltmore Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Doolittle, Texas. See full list of communities.
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