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I had no idea where to start when beginning the search for my parents. I was pleased to learn that VOP McKinney had larger apartments (2 bedroom) as my parents had to downsize from their home. The...
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 McKinney is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and...
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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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I would give Legend of McKinney a 5 plus. It's excellent for the money. And the staff and director care so much for each person there. Room sizes are perfect. Loads of amenities. And absolutely beautiful.
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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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
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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.
Offering compassionate memory care services, Villagio of McKinney, was freshly designed to feature a brightly lit, open floor plan designed with comfortable furnishings and decorative home accessories. McKinney residents can bring their own furniture, photographs and other meaningful items so...
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The staff truly cares for each and every patient and understands their unique levels of need. Activities are always available, and there are numerous areas for families to gather with their loved ones. Rooms...
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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The absolute best thing is the director [name removed] and the main caregiver, [name removed]. They are truly angels on earth. The other things I like are the location (super quiet at the end of a nice...
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.
When Avalon started with one home in Plano in 1995 we never anticipated there would be a need for a location further north. With the explosion of growth occurring in the outlying suburbs more calls have come from these areas necessitating a need for quality care without the long commute. Avalon...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Redbud Place and the overall experience has been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The meals are good. The care services are also great. I...
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.
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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My Grandfather has had nothing but positive things to say about the staff. We are from a larger community so there are less social events then he is used to but the staff does their best to keep him engaged.
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 Cariad at North Brook we offer top notch service in a warm, caring environment. We are located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet neighborhood near the All Ruschhaupt Soccer Complex.We welcome both you and your family by offering a private dining room for entertaining guests, overnight...
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Overall good experience but they did seem short handed at times but that may be part for the industry post covid They were very friendly and very willing to work with us to ensure our loved one was well...
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.
Recently opened in the spring of 2011, The Ivy of McKinney is a warm and cozy Community designed to promote creativity and independence within a safe and loving environment. The Ivy of McKinney provides first-class McKinney Assisted Living and Memory Care - we would love for you to visit us with...
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They all take very good care of my mother. My only issue is occasionally there is a language barrier between the caregivers and the patients/families but we just work around it. Sometimes it is an issue...
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.
Serein Residential Care Home is located in McKinney, TX in Collin County. This residential care home provides help when you need it in an area that is full of things to do and see. Those who spend time in McKinney appreciate all that it offers including Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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.
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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.
Villagio of McKinney assisted living community is nestled in McKinney, Collin County, Texas. The community's convenient location on Eldorado Parkway, just off of I-75, makes it easy for loved ones from both McKinney and Dallas to visit residents. Although not in a residential area, the community...
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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.
Village Green offers a homelike family atmosphere with loving care for your loved one.Our environment allows residents to continue living in comfort with dignity and respect. Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions have a traumatic effect on everyone involved. Our homes enable seniors with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Melissa, TX

The average cost of senior living in Melissa is $5,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitewright, TX with an average of $4,421 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melissa, TX vs. nearby cities

Melissa, TX
$5,913/mo
$6,478/mo
$5,507/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melissa, TX vs. the state and national average

Melissa, TX
$5,913/mo
$4,718/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melissa vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,913/mo
$6,501/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Melissa, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$5,591/mo
Private
$5,475/mo
Studio
$5,920/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,185/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,183/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Melissa, TX

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Melissa.

What families are saying about assisted living in Melissa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Melissa

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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Mayberry Gardens in Garland, TX

4.7
These answers are based on the previous owners. It's only been a month or two since the new owner took over. I've been quite pleased over the past year. Management has always been quick to respond to any problems. They maintain quality personnel who have such loving personalities. I won't say ...
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Silver Leaf Assisted Living at Blue Cypress in Richardson, TX

5.0
Dignified Living is an absolutely wonderful place, I can't say enough good things about them! It's a beautiful, clean facility, and the staff are the most caring individuals I know. The amount of personal care and genuine concern they show for my father is more than I could ask for, they really ...
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Melissa review score based on 70 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 14 Melissa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Melissa 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

Melissa review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Melissa, TX14 facilities
8.4
Anna, TX22 facilities
8.7
New Hope, TX33 facilities

Review subcategories for Melissa 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 70 reviews of 14 Melissa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Melissa 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.
Melissa, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Melissa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melissa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melissa, 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 Melissa 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 Melissa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.6%
48.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Melissa 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 Melissa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melissa 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 Melissa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Melissa 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 Melissa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melissa, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melissa 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 Melissa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melissa, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Melissa

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 Melissa protect seniors.

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Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Village on the Park McKinney and Avalon Memory Care - Allen are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Melissa, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 16 assisted living facilities near Melissa, Texas. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Melissa, Texas are Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Avalon Memory Care - Allen and Avalon Memory Care - Carrollton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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