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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in El Gato, TX
Assisted living costs in El Gato average about $3,980 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in El Gato. Our detailed directory has 46 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 Edinburg, McAllen and Weslaco.
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9.2
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39 reviews
The care she received at The Gardens at Brook Ridge was excellent. The staff took excellent care of her. I think the nurses showed exceptional care for the residents.
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...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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Cost of assisted living in El Gato, TX
The average cost of senior living in El Gato is $3,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Feria, TX with an average of $3,637 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in El Gato, TX vs. nearby cities
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in El Gato, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in El Gato
Recent reviews for assisted living in El Gato
The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Pharr, TX
5.0
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 was her 94 Birthday. I am grateful to all at The Gardens who helped me through this last ...
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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
4.7
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, but when we are outside we do not have to. The staff and chef have been able to keep our ...
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El Gato assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Gato assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Gato, 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 El Gato 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 El Gato that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in El Gato 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 El Gato Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
El Gato, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Gato 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 El Gato partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Gato, TXNational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Gato 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 El Gato offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Gato, TXNational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
State regulations for assisted living in El Gato
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 El Gato protect seniors.
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The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, Avalon Memory Care - Edinburg and Waterford Gardens on Griffin Parkway are the top-rated assisted living facilities near El Gato, Texas. See full list of communities.
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