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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Red Oak 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 Red Oak, 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 Red Oak or another care type is right for you. Browse 11 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Red Oak.
You may also consider nearby communities such as DeSoto, Cedar Hill or Pecan Hill.
Types of care available in Red Oak, TX
The Plaza at Edgemere is a great place! Staff is very helpful and friendly. Adam does an amazing job with the food and restaurants. It has everything a person could want. A beauty salon. A ride to church. Great food. Fun activities. Happy hour. And the building, art and gardens are truly beautiful.
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.
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.
200 Washington St, Red Oak, TX 75154
The independent living was great. My husband had to go to Memory Care and I wouldn't recommend that to anyone. We moved from there in November 2022 because of the Memory Care facility. I moved in with my...
Welcome to the stunning newArabella of Red Oak!The first premier senior living campus in Ellis county where you can enjoy the serenity of the country-side and the convenience of the city.With concierge-style amenities and services to bring comfort and enjoyment to each day, residents are treated...
1329 Brown St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
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...
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,...
2250 Brown Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165
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...
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...
747 W Pleasant Run Rd, Desoto, TX 75115
Deer Creek is a pretty good place. It's not a fancy place. However, they are quick to respond to any questions or concerns I may have. The food is inconsistent for my loved one. I've had to intervene and...
We offer high quality assisted living services in a wonderful country setting in DeSoto, Texas. We are ideally located at the southern end of Dallas County, in an area that offers up a quiet environment while still being close to Dallas’ great recreational and cultural activities. At our...
2400 W Pleasant Run Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146
I like the care her for my mom. The staff are caring and very attentive to her needs. The menu seems to be appealing. I am happy knowing my mom is in great care. I like that they have activiites for her to...
Meadow Creek is an exceptional assisted living community that has an ideal location in Lancaster, TX. Our community provides a relaxing environment for seniors, where they’ll have access to everything they need to live a full life. As an assisted living community, our encouraging staff supports...
401 Solon Rd, Waxahachie, TX 75165
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...
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...
602 E Belt Line Rd, Cedar Hill, TX 75104
Only recommend if family able to be present to advocate for loved one. We are not sure if we would recommend this community to others. Depending on the person and family situation. It was our dad that was...
Cedar Hill is a well-respected senior living community that offers assisted living services to seniors in Cedar Hill, TX. We pride ourselves on offering quality and outstanding care for our residents. Our professional staff goes out of their way to make sure all of our seniors are well taken care...
207 E Parkerville Rd, Desoto, TX 75115
This is our second time for rehabilitation. The facility looks better and is cleaner the our last visit. Our mother is going for the rehabilitation to long term care side. But we have seen no difference in...
1515 N Elm St, Lancaster, TX 75134-3241
151 Country Meadows Blvd, Waxahachie, TX 75165
I came here from "[removed]" after back surgery. I had to go to a "fine nursing home and rehab center"; because [removed] would not to rehab after they made me lay in the bed over the weekend. I will...
2401 N. Houston School Road, Lancaster, TX 75134
Angels of Hands is an Assisted Living and Adult Day Care geared to serving male residents only.Mission:To provide a wide range of professional, high quality health care service while ensuring compassionate care designed to optimize every patient’s dignity, autonomy and comfort.•1 story...
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
This small but growing suburban community on the southern edge of the Dallas–Fort Worth area offers a quiet retirement at a safe distance from the big-city congestion and high living costs of the metropolis to the north.
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — in Red Oak are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost of a private nursing home room in 2020 was about $6,700 in the Dallas–Fort Worth area and $6,400 in the state of Texas, according to Genworth. To learn more about the cost of nursing homes in Red Oak, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Red Oak are rated seven points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated slightly higher than the average.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 107 | 99 | 110 | 107 | 105 | 111 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $72,560 per year | $42,412 per year | $65,728 per year | $26,950 per year | $38,099 per year | $4,812 per year | $837 per month |
The top hospitals that service Red Oak include:
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Waxahachie
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
Texas overall has warmer temperatures than much of the country. North Texas, where Red Oak is located, has a humid subtropical climate. This means the city experiences four seasons, but summers are very hot and humid and winters are mild, like an extended autumn. Severe thunderstorms, sometimes with tornadoes, are especially common in spring and summer months. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 46°F | 57°F | 35°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 85°F | 96°F | 73°F |
Air Quality
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
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34.8 | 10.8% | 12,770 | 853.3 per square mile | 3 |
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2% | 0.8% | 32.9% | 20.4% | <0.1% | 6.7% | 42.6% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Ellis County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 25.7% | 71.1% | 3.3% |
Outdoor attractions in Red Oak:
Transportation
Senior residents of Red Oak can make travel arrangements with Community Transit Services (CTS), which operates scheduled transportation services throughout Ellis County.
Avalon Memory Care - Fort Worth, Sunrise of Fort Worth and Brookdale Lake Highlands are the top-rated nursing homes near Red Oak, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 11 nursing homes near Red Oak, Texas. See the full list.
The best nursing home facilities near you in Red Oak, Texas are Arabella of Red Oak Senior Living. These nursing home communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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