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10 Best Nursing Homes in Gainesville, TX

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Gainesville 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville or another care type is right for you. Browse 217 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Gainesville.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Gainesville, TX

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Photo of Silver Leaf Assisted Living at WillowCreek Circle
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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.
Silver Leaf Assisted Living at WillowCreek Circle is located in Allen, TX in Collen County. We offer you support from a staff that is there for you at all times in a group home setting. Our staff is available seven days a week and at all hours of the day and night, so that you can know that you...
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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.
Creekside Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a community that is dedicated to providing a program of care and activity for persons with cognitive limitations related to Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia. We are a free-standing, specialized community, and we offer long-term care, short...
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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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: 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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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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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.
Marriott's Collin Oaks Guest Home offers assisted living for seniors in a warm and comfortable environment without being formal. A single story design makes it easier for residents to navigate and find their way. At Village Oaks, we have created Companion Living® to encourage our seniors to...
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: 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.

Cost of nursing homes in Gainesville, TX

The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $5,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Jo, TX with an average of $3,346 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Gainesville, TX vs. nearby cities

Gainesville, TX
$5,790/mo
$5,932/mo

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

Gainesville, TX
$5,790/mo
$4,834/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

$5,915/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,790/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,893/mo
Studio
$5,057/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,704/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Gainesville

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gainesville

Silverado Southlake

4.0
My dad is doing great, it was a little adjustment at first but going good now. We love the facility. It is bright and airy and there is more for them to do. They were my favorite when touring. I like that they can go outside and walk in the garden when he wants. They also have a mini golf course ...
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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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Avalon at Willow Bend II in Carrollton, TX

5.0
The staff at Avalon was wonderful especially [Name removed],[Name removed] and [Name removed]. They made [Name removed] last 3 months as pleasant as possible. They were also there for me. The food was excellent.That was [Name removed]'s comment. They had someone feed him when he could no longer ...
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Gainesville nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.4%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.3%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
74.7%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75.8%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.2%
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
48.9%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
47.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.2%
0.4%
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