10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carrollton, TX. Page 2

 

Learn More About Memory Care in Carrollton, TX

 

Greetings from Carrollton, Texas – originally a haven for early pioneers, and now a beautiful locale for senior living.

In Carrollton, memory care communities — sometimes called Alzheimer’s care or dementia care facilities — provide specialized care for seniors who have Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other forms of memory loss. These communities offer personalized cognitive rehabilitation programs alongside assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Memory care usually includes 24-hour supervision and unique design elements, like outdoor gardens and color-coded walls, to help ease anxiety, agitation, and other symptoms of dementia.

Cost of Memory Care in Carrollton, TX

The median monthly cost of memory care in Carrollton is about $7,000, and the median monthly cost of memory care in the state of Texas is around $6,400, according to Genworth.

 

Learn More About Carrollton, TX

 

Cost of Living

 

Located within the Dallas metropolitan area, Carrollton’s cost of living is slightly higher than the national average. Carrollton, however, is more reasonably priced than some of its close neighbors, which makes it an excellent destination for senior living.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
104	104	105	102	102	106

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$83,227 per year	$51,302 per year	$70,570 per year	$33,263 per year	$42,071 per year	$5,869 per year	$837 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Carrollton include:

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Carrollton

• Facility type: nonprofit acute care
• Bed count: 90+
• Specialties: 24/7 emergency care, cardiac catheterization lab, imaging services, rehabilitation and therapy services, cancer care

Carrollton Springs

• Facility type: proprietary psychiatric
• Bed count: 70+
• Specialties: behavioral healthcare

Select Specialty Hospital – Dallas

• Facility type: proprietary long term care
• Bed count: 80+
• Specialties: chronic lung disease, mechanical ventilator dependence, post-surgery care

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Carrollton’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which brings long, hot summers and cool, wet winters. The average humidity level is 60%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 64%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
45°F	55°F	35°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
86°F	96°F	76°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 135

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 38.0″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
37.6	10.6%	134,071	3,682.6 per square mile	2.8

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.4%	15.1%	10.1%	32.7%	0.1%	2.6%	40.1%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Dallas: 24/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Dallas County

Democratic	Republican	Other
61.1%	34.9%	4.0%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Located amongst multiple creeks, lakes, and rivers, the city of Carrollton was first established as a successful grain mill, known as Trinity Mills. Carrollton is a perfect mix of old and new, featuring historical sites, over 30 public parks, and various upscale country clubs.

Pieces of historical Carrollton remain today in such places throughout the city as Historic Downtown Carrollton, Carrollton Town Square, and the Belle Allen Home – a three-story prairie-style house built in 1910 and previously owned by Belle Allen, a civic leader. Explore more of the town’s history at the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum, or visit the site of the historic Trinity Mills.

Step out into nature at one of Carrollton’s 30 parks, including Pioneer Park and the vast Elm Fork Nature Preserve. Afterwards, play a round of golf at any number of the city’s luxurious country clubs: Indian Creek Golf club (featuring 36 holes), Oak Creek Tennis Club, or Maridoe Golf Club, among others.

 

Transportation

The city of Carrollton offers public transportation through the Green and Silver Lines of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). DART provides a reduced fare for seniors, as well as a dial-a-ride paratransit service.