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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Forreston, TX
If you’re looking for assisted living in Forreston, 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 Forreston or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Forreston.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Forreston for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 7 assisted living facilities in the Forreston area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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9.6
Review score
30 reviews
I don't think I have ever seen such a large group of caring staff. My wife passed after being here for a few months. The staff constantly greeted me by my name and truly cared how I was doing.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Legacy Oaks of Midlothian is a premier senior living community located in Midlothian, Texas. We offer a continuum of care that includes Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in one convenient location. Our community offers luxury amenities in a charming boutique styled setting....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review score
23 reviews
My mother moved into memory care but after a few weeks it was evident she could go to assisted living. The transition and move was handled easily and in a few days as there was availability. Mom is doing...
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.
Step up to a new level of life at Buffalo Creek, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Waxahachie, Texas, that offers country-style living with the conveniences of a big city. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally,...
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8.9
Review score
14 reviews
My mom could really not live by herself anymore at home. I thought about moving her in with me, but I wanted her to have a nice community with other folks her age with him to socialize. Knowing that 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.
Whether you’re socializing with friends in our courtyard, going on a shopping excursion or relaxing in your private apartment, our assisted living community in Ennis, Texas, just 25 miles south of Dallas, will help you stay as independent as possible. And because our staff is on-site 24 hours a...
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33 Floor plans available
7.6
Review score
49 reviews
My loved one is a resident at Brookdale Waxahachie and this facility has been a blessing! They saved my loved one from being in a subpar place. I will always be grateful to Brookdale! No one complains about...
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 community is more than just a place it live; it’s a place to live well. Our assisted living and memory care community is located in Waxahachie, Texas, which is a vibrant town, just south of Dallas, that offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience. Its small-town charm...
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2.0
Review score
20 reviews
My mom was a resident at Morada from [date removed]. After shopping places in Midlothian and Waxahachie, we were grateful to find Morada. It was kept clean, smelled nice, the food was good and it was...
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.
Find your place at Morada Waxahachie, where desired amenities and convenient services allow residents to live a vibrant lifestyle that encourages independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Assisted Living community in Waxahachie, Texas, offers...
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 Forreston, TX
The average cost of senior living in Forreston is $3,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrett, TX with an average of $3,812 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forreston, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forreston, TX by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forreston, TX
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What families are saying about assisted living in Forreston
Recent reviews for assisted living in Forreston
Morada Waxahachie
4.6
We have had Mom at Morada for a few months. From the beginning the staff has been helpful and kind. The ambience really suits my mother, and my sisters and I are pleased with our choice of assisted living for her.
Brookdale Ennis
5.0
The staff members at Brookdale Ennis community are awesome! the staff has been so kind and loving to my dad. And he is not the most lovable person around at this time in his life! Have bent over backwards to help him and me.
Meadow Creek Senior Living in Lancaster, TX
4.9
A great place to be! Smooth transitioning from previous care facility to Brookdale. Great presentation and follow up from Brookdale Representative (Brittney)!
Complimentary staff and employees throughout entire facility! Very clean and aesthetically appealing place, with a very pleasant ...
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Forreston review score based on 40 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 6 Forreston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Forreston 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
Forreston review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Forreston 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 40 reviews of 6 Forreston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forreston 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.Forreston, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Forreston assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forreston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forreston, 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 Forreston 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 Forreston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forreston, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forreston 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 Forreston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forreston, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forreston 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 Forreston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forreston, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Forreston 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 Forreston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forreston, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forreston 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 Forreston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forreston, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forreston
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 Forreston protect seniors.
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Legacy Oaks of Midlothian Senior Living, Buffalo Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care and Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forreston, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 7 assisted living facilities near Forreston, Texas. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Forreston, Texas are Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care and Arabella of Red Oak Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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