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Memory care in Merit 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 Merit is about $5,377 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 136 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 11/26/25
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Photo of Anointed Senior Living McKinney
1919 Photos available
9.5
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36 reviews
9.5
Review score
36 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
14%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
11%
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We have been very pleased with our experience at Anointed. The facility and staff create a very homey, friendly atmosphere. Since the facility is relatively small, my husband and the other residents are...
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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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wylie
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.4
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36 reviews
8.4
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36 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
17%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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My mom lives with us but when I was traveling outside the US, I needed respite care for 3 weeks. New Haven was a great fit for us and mom was well taken care of. We would definitely use New Haven again 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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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Photo of Golden Grace
1111 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
5 star
100%
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0%
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0%
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0%
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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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7.7
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58 reviews
7.7
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58 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
2 star
9%
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7%
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I would like to praise all the hard working staff [names removed]. They have been very friendly ,tentative, informative and caring. [name removed] is sweet, helpful, and always working hard in the books...
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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Photo of Countryside Senior Living Greenville
11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
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50%
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We chose Harrison House because it was the first one I looked at. I needed to get him into someplace quickly and they had availability. The room sizes at the facility are plenty of space for what he needs....
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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Photo of Colonial Lodge Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Wolfe City Development Ltd
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 memory care in Merit, TX

The average cost of senior living in Merit is $5,377 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leonard, TX with an average of $4,597 per month.

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

Merit, TX
$5,377/mo
$5,879/mo

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

Merit, TX
$5,377/mo
$4,935/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,377/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,895/mo
Studio
$4,580/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,380/mo

Senior living costs in Merit 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: Merit, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerit, TXTexasU.S.
Memory Care$5,377/mo$4,935/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$5,039/mo$4,770/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$4,106/mo$4,247/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Merit, TX:$5,377/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Merit, TX:$5,039/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Merit, TX:$4,106/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Merit

Recent reviews for memory care in Merit

The Oaks at Liberty Grove in Rowlett, TX

5.0
Our loved one is adjusting very well there, he is getting much more comfortable quicker then he was at the previous community he was at. The medical staff team and the entire staff team are just amazing. They are always on top of everything always keep us informed. The place is very well ...
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BeeHive Homes of Rowlett Memory Care

5.0
I took some friends one day to tour the facility. I let people know that it never smells like other facilities I have been to. The staff had always been very friendly towards visitors and very attentive to the residents. The care they receive is great. Have mentioned to others out of state that ...
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Stonefield in McKinney, TX

5.0
We chose Stonefield Assisted Living and Memory Care because I was very impressed with their staff members and the overall facility. You can tell that the staff members care, they are very good with communication with us and always keep us in the loop. The administration and the directors all ...
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Merit review score based on 27 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 7 Merit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merit 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

Merit review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Merit, TX7 facilities
8.6
Farmersville, TX6 facilities
8.3
Celeste, TX209 facilities

Review subcategories for Merit 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 27 reviews of 7 Merit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merit 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.
Merit, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Merit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merit, 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 Merit 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 Merit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merit 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 Merit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merit 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 Merit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Merit 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 Merit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merit 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 Merit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merit, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Merit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 10 memory care facilities near Merit, Texas. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Merit, Texas are Avalon Memory Care - Allen and Avalon Memory Care - McKinney Ranch Parkway. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Merit, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merit, 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 Merit, 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 Merit, Texas ranges from $1250 to $489900. The average Memory Care cost in Merit, Texas is $5,377. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Merit, 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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