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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, TX

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Assisted living costs in Salem average about $3,938 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Salem. Our detailed directory has 547 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.

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Photo of Woodville Convalescent Center
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.
Care and compassion shouldn't end at home. At Woodville Convalescent Center, we care about you. From the time you enter our center, our objective is to provide the utmost in quality care with the same compassion you would expect from family. Located in the heart of Tyler county, Woodville...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Salem, TX

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $3,938 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Browndell, TX with an average of $3,136 per month.

Assisted living costs in Salem, TX, vs. nearby cities

Salem, TX
$3,938/mo
$3,497/mo

Assisted living costs in Salem, TX, vs. state and national averages

Salem, TX
$3,938/mo
$4,772/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Salem, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,938/mo
$3,996/mo

Assisted living costs in Salem, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,389/mo
Studio
$4,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,552/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,865/mo

Senior living costs in Salem 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: Salem, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSalem, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$3,938/mo$4,772/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,996/mo$4,938/mo$4,944/mo
Independent Living$3,948/mo$4,249/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Salem, TX:$3,938/mo
Texas:$4,772/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Salem, TX:$3,996/mo
Texas:$4,938/mo
U.S.:$4,944/mo
Independent Living
Salem, TX:$3,948/mo
Texas:$4,249/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Salem, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Salem.

What families are saying about assisted living in Salem

Recent reviews for assisted living in Salem

Collier Park in Beaumont, TX

5.0
The community offers a warm environment. Residents and staff develop a family relationship with each other. They encourage each other socially and emotionally. Wonderful referral from your agency. Thank you.

The Verandah Retirement Community in Lake Charles, LA

4.6
I would tell them my Mother is taken very good care of and the staff is phenomenal. I would highly recommend The Verandah to any one that has an elderly loved one that needs that extra bit of assistance in their golden years.I picked Verandah after visiting several facilities and much prayer . ...
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Sage Oak Assisted Living and Memory Care of Lake Charles

4.9
I moved into Sage Oak because I wasn’t happy with my situation at another local community. The staff at Sage Oak is more cheerful and more helpful than where I was before. And the food is GREAT – I can’t pick a favorite, because I haven’t had the same thing twice! My advice to anyone ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews at Brookdale Dowlen Oaks mention the warm and inviting nature of the staff, who treat residents and families like part of their own family.Residents enjoy the compassionate hearts and caring attitudes of the staff at Lucas Court and Collier Park.
Nice and clean facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness of communities like Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Lucas Court, and Brookdale Lake Charles, with praise for their well-maintained living spaces and beautiful gardens.Residents of Pelican Bay comment on the pristine condition of their rooms and commo ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities are a crucial aspect of senior living, and communities such as Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Lucas Court, and The Verandah Retirement Community offer a wide range of options to keep residents active and social.Bingo, museum outings, and gardening classes are just a few of the popular a ...
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Supportive and helpful staff. Many residents share that the staff at their community provide more than just care; they offer support and encouragement to help improve the lives of their loved ones. Reviews for Lucas Court and Brookdale Dowlen Oaks highlight the positive impact of staff members on the emotional and social ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a significant factor in overall satisfaction with senior living communities. Reviews for Lucas Court, Collier Park, and Brookdale Dowlen Oaks praise the excellent dining experiences, with residents looking forward to mealtimes and appreciating the accommodations made for di ...
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Home-like atmosphere. Several reviews mention that the communities they have chosen provide a homelike atmosphere, allowing residents to feel comfortable and familiar with their surroundings. Reviews for Lucas Court, Collier Park, and The Verandah Retirement Community emphasize the importance of this sense of c ...
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Salem review score based on 83 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 83 reviews of 27 Salem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Salem review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Salem review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Salem, TX27 facilities
8.1
Kirbyville, TX22 facilities
4.9
Newton, TX7 facilities

Review subcategories for Salem assisted living

When assisted living 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 83 reviews of 27 Salem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Salem resident and family assisted living 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.
Salem, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Salem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salem, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.5%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.7%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Salem 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 Salem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salem, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.9%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
37%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Salem

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Salem protect seniors.
Learn about Texas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Lucas Court and Collier Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Salem, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 28 assisted living facilities near Salem, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Salem, Texas are Brookdale Dowlen Oaks and Lucas Court. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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