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10 Best Nursing Homes in Bell County, TX

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Bell County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Bell County, TX may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Bell County or another care type is right for you. Browse 17 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Bell County.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Bell County, TX

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Photo of Garden Estates of TempleCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
78 reviews
9.8
Review score
78 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
29%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
5%
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I would not hesitate to recommend Garden Estates to everyone. It is an exceptional place to live for those who need a little or even a lot of help. They are a wonderful administrative group with whom 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.
Garden Estates of Temple offers upscale independent and assisted living with a broad range of living options and services to meet senior's changing needs. We offer 24 hour care, 7 days a week with an on-site nurse, attentive staff, beautiful grounds, lovely apartment homes with beautiful lounges,...
Photo of Canyon Creek Memory Care
55 Photos available
9.1
Review score
43 reviews
9.1
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43 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
26%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
9%
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Canyon Creek was a great place! The facility and staff are great. As I myself tried to personally take care of my mother, but it was overwhelming. I was glad to find Canyon Creek. My mother was well cared...
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.
The Arbor House of Temple's memory care philosophy is based on the belief that each resident is entitled to the highest quality of life through wellness services that work to promote independence, healthful lifestyles, dignity, and a sense of security. The right of each resident to determine...
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Photo of Stoney Brook of Belton
55 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
Review score
16 reviews
9.1
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
6%
1 star
0%
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They offer a lot of activities but my dad doesn't really participate (his choice). My mom died a year ago and they really did a good job looking after my dad a little extra right after it. He seems really...
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.
Located in picturesque Belton, Bell County, Texas, Stoney Brook of Belton is a beautiful assisted living community you’ll enjoy being a part of. Our modern, beautiful, stone-like building and well cared for grounds with ample courtyard and outdoor space creates the at-home feel you desire. And,...
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Photo of Brookdale Western Hills
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
29 reviews
9.0
Review score
29 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
41%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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The friendliness of the staff as well as the meals and dining both get a 5+. The care services received a 4 but is gradually improving. When it come to the activities those received a 3 is gradually...
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.
A Rich and Full LifeDo you want to exchange the burdens of household chores for a retirement season rich in quality care, genuine friendships and a long list of inspiring activities and events? If so, look no further than our warm and friendly assisted living community in Temple, Texas. Because...
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Photo of The Mercy House
99 Photos available
8.6
Review score
16 reviews
8.6
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
6%
1 star
6%
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The staff was easy to work with and treated the residents with respect. The facility was kept clean and neat. My questions and concerns were addressed in a timely manner. The move in process went very...
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.
Mercy House Temple is a residential care home in Temple, TX, which serves Bell County. This small area is located in Central Texas, close to Fort Hood, Austin, and Waco. The small city has lovely amenities and a number of notable art venues. It's a peaceful place to live and because of its...
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1111 Photos available
7.9
Review score
56 reviews
7.9
Review score
56 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
11%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
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The staff at Sodalis Temple all takes good care of my dad. I would recommend Sodalis Temple to other families who are searching for care for their loved ones.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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7.9
Review score
53 reviews
7.9
Review score
53 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
26%
3 star
13%
2 star
4%
1 star
8%
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Staff was always very caring towards Frances. The nurses, aides and even housekeepers. Also liked their monthly family dinners with the residents.
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.
Wildflower Place is located in Temple, Texas, near Lake Belton. The lake and the surrounding parks are a popular afternoon outing for our residents and their families. We are also near downtown and residents enjoy trips to town for shopping, dining and other entertainment.Our community offers...
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Photo of Luvida Memory Care
11 Photo available
5 star
66%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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My mother has been a residence for over three months. She has settled in nicely. The staff are very attentive and caring. Food is very well prepared. Definitely worth moving her to this facility.
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.
For the correct Google maps directions please search: Loop 121 Auction Barn Road
Photo of Fundamental - Creekside Terrace
88 Photos available
5 star
58%
4 star
21%
3 star
18%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
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My loved one enjoys it. We like the interaction with them and the clean atmosphere. they also have really good activities for them
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Creekside Terrace provides customized care plans to meet each residents specific needs in 24-hour skilled nursing setting. Our 126-bed building has both private and semi-private suites. We are a home away from home for our guests, treating each guest with dignity and respect. The dedicated staff...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Bell County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Bell County is $4,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little River-Academy, TX with an average of $4,033 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bell County, TX vs. nearby counties

Bell County, TX
$4,082/mo
$4,082/mo
$4,872/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bell County, TX vs. the state and national average

Bell County, TX
$4,082/mo
$4,834/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bell County vs. other types of senior living

$4,082/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,082/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Bell County, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,281/mo
Studio
$4,194/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,759/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,290/mo

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Bell County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Bell County

Wildflower Place in Temple, TX

4.1
The staff are very friendly and attentive. Although it is not a "Memory Care" place per se, they handle my mother's needs with dementia pretty well most of the time. The caregivers' kindness is a real gift to my family. There have been a lot of changes at Wildflower Place in the last few ...
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Sodalis Temple

5.0
We moved my father into Sodalis Temple last Summer. We chose it because it was more like home. The staff is very kind. They take care of his needs, and they're very helpful. They're just great. We have no problem at all with the food, and he's been eating well. For activities, they take him for ...
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Luvida Memory Care in Belton, TX

5.0
WE LOVE LUVIDA MEMORY CARE! It is truly a perfect fit for our Dad and his needs and our family. The decision to have him somewhere, other than home, was SO hard, but we knew immediately, after meeting [name removed] and her staff, that we were in the right place!!

Bell County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bell County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bell County, 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 Bell County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Bell County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bell County, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bell County nursing homes

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 Bell County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bell County, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bell County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bell County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bell County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bell County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bell County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bell County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bell County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Bell County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bell County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Estates of Temple, Stoney Brook of Copperas Cove and Canyon Creek Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Bell County, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 17 nursing homes facilities near Bell County, Texas. See the full list.

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