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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dorchester, TX
If you’re looking for assisted living in Dorchester, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Dorchester or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Dorchester.
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9.2
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24 reviews
This is a very nice place. The food is very good and the caregivers are very nice. I haven’t seen any activities other than watching tv and that concerns me a bit. They don’t seem to have much for my...
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.
Traditions Senior Living and Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the residential community of Sherman, Texas. Located just a few minutes from area shops and restaurants, as well as medical facilities and religious organizations, our community offers a close proximity to...
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8.5
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34 reviews
I would recommend Brookdale. It's a quiet and friendly community suited well for my family member. We picked this community because of the cleanliness, care services & staff.
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.
Our luxurious senior living community set on three acres of beautiful landscaped grounds in Sherman, Texas, offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Should your needs change over time, and you require memory care, you have the security of knowing you can remain here, in your...
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9.8
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53 reviews
The comprehensive care and attention at Landing at Watermere Frisco have made a significant difference in our aunt's life. The personalized approach to her needs and well-being is truly commendable.
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.
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9.9
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75 reviews
Very nice facility. The staff is very friendly, they care a lot about the residents and they take care of them really well. They're very knowledgeable when it comes to the needs of residents and if families...
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.
Retirement is the time to indulge yourself, to live purposefully and re-ignite some of those passions that got left by the wayside throughout the years. At our community in Dallas, Texas, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we’re here to help you live your...
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9.9
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61 reviews
What we really like about the Rosewood Assisted Living community is the Catholic Services that are offered. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who...
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Rosewood, we honor each...
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9.9
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43 reviews
I'm so grateful that we found Brookdale Assisted Living. The people here are so caring and sweet. We felt welcome from the very start of my moms time here. Mom walks a lot more than before she moved in the...
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.
If you’re ready to live an active life of leisure, our community, which provides assisted living and memory care services, is the place for you. We’re nestled on five acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Farmers Branch, Texas, part of the Greater Dallas Area, and conveniently located near...
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9.8
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76 reviews
They have been really good with my dad in memory care and based on the experience we have had, we would recommend Legend of McKinney to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
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9.3
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129 reviews
Thank you and your staff for taking precautions to keep all residents safe from any type of virus. This made me and my family feel especially grateful to you and the team at River Oaks.
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At River Oaks, we honor each...
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9.6
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157 reviews
My Mother lives at the Waterford Plano They are so kind and helpful. The food is Great and servi e is good. I would recommend this facility to anyone.. I feel like if you're loved one or friend needs a Sr...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Gain the wealth of friendship while enjoying the good life at The Waterford at Plano. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Plano, Texas, affords residents a privileged lifestyle with quality services and top-notch amenities that continue to exceed expectations. Residents gather...
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9.6
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65 reviews
Overall experience - The people we worked with made the transition very easy. Cleanliness - I never saw anything that seemed unclean, in the general facility or in my dad's room. Quality of care - My dad...
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.
Willow Bend Assisted Living and Memory Care is committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service...
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9.6
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87 reviews
All of the staff at Atria Carrollton were extremely professional and friendly. Mom ate the same breakfast everyday but her complaints were usually about dinner. Quality and quantity.
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.
Situated in a residential neighborhood in the heart of Carrollton, Texas, Atria Carrollton is a bright and airy community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care just outside the outskirts Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.Relax with a day of shopping and dining at nearby retail...
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9.6
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35 reviews
I highly recommend this facility. They have recently changed Directors as well as several other staff. The change has been nearly seamless and pt family members have been kept up to date on the various...
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.
Broaden your horizons and experience comfortable living at Pecan Point, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Sherman, Texas. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. Our...
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9.6
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47 reviews
Thank you to the caring staff at Village on the Park. We moved our mother there in September after realizing she was no longer safe living in her home. She has blossomed in the environment and her quality of...
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.
Village on the Park Stonebridge Ranch is a beautifully designed community with a rich mixture of lovely architecture, intricate landscaping, and natural beauty. For example, the nearby natural Wildwood Lake touches up beautifully against the Stone Bridge Ranch County Club. Both locations offer...
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9.5
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45 reviews
We chose Grand Brook Memory Care of McKinney because of the homelike atmosphere and the positive approach. The staff are all happy and caring and seem to genuinely enjoy their work.
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.
WELCOME TO GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF MCKINNEY! Located close to McKinney's charming historic downtown, near the Highway 75/State Hwy 121 interchange, this beautiful Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 43 residents in a cozy, residential-style home. From its welcoming front porch,...
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9.5
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30 reviews
I'm going to give a 5 in all categories, the most important being the staff. We thought my mom would stay in memory care permanently, but she didn't! I believe this was in part due to the excellent care at...
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.
WELCOME TO GRAND BROOK MEMORY CARE OF CARROLLTON! Conveniently located at the entrance of the Castle Hills master-planned community at King Arthur Blvd. and N. Josey Lane, this beautiful Grand Brook community comfortably accommodates 43 residents in a cozy, residential-style home. From its...
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9.8
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10 reviews
Avalon in Lewisville, TX provided excellent care for my family member the last two years of his life. The staff was attentive and very helpful. I would highly recommend this place for care for your loved...
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.
We provide professional and sensitive care for the physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual needs of your loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other cognitive impairments. At Avalon, we focus on the safety and well-being of our residents, 24-hours a day, seven days a...
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9.5
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6 reviews
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...
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 BeeHive Homes of Rowlett, we enjoy a unique and personal approach to memory care. Like most assisted livings/memory cares, we offer both long-term and respite care that combines housing, assistance with ADL’s, nutrition, daily activities, and health care services as needed. What makes us...
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9.5
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21 reviews
We had mama there from June till March when she passed. She was on hospice for a few months. The facility is small and has a limited amount of residents. There are private and semi private rooms. They did a...
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.
Welcome HomeIris Memory Care is proud to be the first Assisted Living Community in Rowlett to offer specialized Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care. At Iris Memory Care, we believe that our expertise and specialized knowledge of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia combined with our heartfelt...
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9.5
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74 reviews
As far as the snacks go, they don't really offer them. My father is kind of inward with dementia and I have to keep bringing things like maybe a diet soda or wants a donut or the cranberry juice is actually...
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 Walnut Place, our residents know about our historically good reputation and appreciate our location close to Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. Like our residents, chances are, you’ll just feel like you belong here. A sense of fellowship abounds—a feeling of belonging. Our residents are not...
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9.5
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52 reviews
Its an ideal place to have your parent be comfortable and respected. I witnessed how Avalon Memory Care cared for my mother as though they been knowing her since childhood. She was loved by staff and...
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.
WARM, FRIENDLY, STRESS-FREE ENVIRONMENTS FOR RESIDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES AVALON is ideal for a permanent residence. The neighborhoods are lovely, quiet, safe; plus, our staff is awake and on duty around the clock to assist residents with health and personal needs. Wheelchairs and walkers are...
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9.5
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22 reviews
Long time caring staff. Very responsive. Only negative is the transportation services. Limited availability and some activities cancelled at last minute. I absolutely recommend Forum at Park Lane to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Forum at Park Lane continues it's true tradition of excellence recently winning BEST INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITY by U.S News and World Report and BEST PLACES TO WORK by the U.S News and World Report!The Forum at Park Lane offers Independent Living and Assisted Living. Our community offers...
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9.4
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85 reviews
My mother is 93 and entered the Memory Care Community at Collin Oaks 4 months ago after recently losing her husband of 74 years. She has adjusted well and is very happy. At each visit she tells us how nice...
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.
When you come to our community, which provides assisted living services and memory care in Plano, Texas, you can stay as active as you want. As an assisted living resident, you can engage in a little friendly competition over board or card games, join classes to boost both your mental and...
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9.8
Review score
7 reviews
Mom spent the final 8 months of her life in Avalon Memory Care in Allen. The staff was great. There was rarely a day that my brother or I did not come by and they were always friendly to us and did their...
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.
Welcome to Avalon Memory Care in Allen. We are located at the intersection of North Greenville Avenue and High Meadow Drive, right across the street from the Allen High School Football Stadium. Besides this gorgeous secure environment, Avalon brings its national award-winning care in the...
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9.4
Review score
18 reviews
We highly recommend this place to people that need more help. We really appreciated the service and care for my relative that they gave them to help my cousin especially Ms [name removed] for always their...
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.
Garland Serenity Home is a fully licensed Assisted Living & Memory Care Facility. Serving Dallas Metroplex families since 2015.Garland Serenity Home operates a elderly care facility, dedicated to providing a comfortable, friendly and family environment to our residents. We pride ourselves in...
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9.3
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22 reviews
Stone Brook has so far been a wonderful experience for my father. The staff provides a high level of care and compassion, and the security measures in place seem to be more than adequate. I am very pleased...
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.
Stone Brook Assisted Living is nestled in the beautiful Denison, Texas, conveniently located near many of the major medical centers in town. Our welcoming, home like atmosphere and friendly staff are beyond compare. You can live the pampered lifestyle of being served home- style meals in our...
Cost of assisted living in Dorchester, TX
The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $5,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitesboro, TX with an average of $4,383 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dorchester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorchester
Silverado Southlake
4.0
My dad is doing great, it was a little adjustment at first but going good now. We love the facility. It is bright and airy and there is more for them to do. They were my favorite when touring. I like that they can go outside and walk in the garden when he wants. They also have a mini golf course ...
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The Healthcare Resort of Plano
5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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Avalon Memory Care - Garland
5.0
They made cook to order meals for my mom. I have experienced other memory care facilities and most have staff that turnover quite often. It is great to see that the staff is so consistent and they truly love the residents they care for.
Dorchester review score based on 1,195 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 1195 reviews of 271 Dorchester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dorchester 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
Dorchester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dorchester 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 1,195 reviews of 271 Dorchester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester 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.Dorchester, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Dorchester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.6%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.1%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.1%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.1%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.4%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.8%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester 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 Dorchester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.6%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.5%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.4%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
56.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.8%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
54.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.6%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.6%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
63.5%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorchester
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 Dorchester protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Brookdale Lake Highlands and Rosewood Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 290 assisted living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dorchester, Texas are Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Brookdale Lake Highlands and Brookdale Farmers Branch. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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