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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Amherst, TX
If your loved one needs memory care in Amherst, A Place for Mom can help. With 23 memory care facilities in Amherst, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Amherst incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Amherst memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Amherst, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
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Friona Heritage Estates is a 16-unit assisted living apartment complex, located in the small Texas town of Friona. We have been serving those you care about for over 18 years. Friona has a modern hospital conveniently located just a few blocks away as well as a local pharmacy just down the...
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 memory care in Amherst, TX
The average cost of senior living in Amherst is $4,059 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bovina, TX with an average of $2,668 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amherst, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amherst, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Amherst vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Amherst, TX by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Amherst
Recent reviews for memory care in Amherst
Wilshire on 4th in Lubbock, TX
5.0
As a facility, they were really nice. It was professional, well-organized, reasonably priced, with lovely rooms. I would recommend them to anybody.
Mackenzie Court in Lubbock, TX
4.9
Staff was incredibly patient with my often difficult father. It gave me great piece of mind to know he was in their capable, and caring hands.
Amherst review score based on 80 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 23 Amherst memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Amherst 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
Amherst review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Amherst 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 80 reviews of 23 Amherst memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Amherst 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.Amherst, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Amherst memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Amherst memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Amherst, 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 Amherst 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 Amherst that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amherst, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.5%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.5%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.1%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.9%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.1%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Amherst 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 Amherst Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amherst, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.6%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amherst 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 Amherst partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amherst, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Amherst 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 Amherst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amherst, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amherst 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 Amherst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amherst, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Isle at Raider Ranch, Mackenzie Court and Vitality Living Shadow Hills are the top-rated memory care facilities near Amherst, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 23 memory care facilities near Amherst, Texas. See the full list.
The 23 memory care facilities near you in Amherst, Texas typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Amherst, 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 Amherst, 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 Amherst, Texas ranges from $2000 to $6395. The average Memory Care cost in Amherst, Texas is $4,059. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Amherst, Texas typically starts at $2000. 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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