How can I afford a Care Advisor?

Anyone can afford an Assisted Living Locator Care Advisor. That’s because we are paid only when we help you make a decision about your senior’s living location and we are paid by the location you choose. And because we only receive payment when you’re paying the Care Community directly, we’ll also put you in touch with your state’s social service network to make sure that you receive the proper state support in the event that you are unable to pay for senior care and housing yourself.

What can a Care Advisor help me with?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor specializes in knowing your senior housing and in home care options, but via their referral network they can connect you with state resources in the event that you need to consider state resources to finance and secure senior housing, as well as a wide variety of specialists who focus on some aspect of the senior services industry- Eldercare Attorneys, Financial Specialists, Real Estate Agents, Downsizing Specialists, Home Health Experts, and just about any other senior service need you can think of.

Who is my Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Glad you asked. This site gives you a number of ways to find your local Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor. Pick one and we’ll either get them on the phone, or make sure that they contact you in a timely fashion. Click here to get to our Care Advisor page.

How are Care Advisors trained?

Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors are vetted for the right set of skills before they ever even buy a franchise. Once they do, we provide comprehensive initial training and a 13 week “in community” onboarding process. We ask all Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors to become Certified Senior Advisors, a nationwide accreditation program that provides additional industry specific knowledge. Care Advisors also participate in continuing education provided by us and provided by local senior oriented industry associations to ensure that they understand the latest tools, techniques and industry rules and regulations to help you navigate the senior experience.

What does a Care Advisor do?

An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor spends time at each of the communities and homes in your local area. They understand how well the community is performing against state standards and they understand what the community is good at- in short, they understand what isn’t in the community’s glossy brochure. An Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor networks to ensure that they have a broad array of qualified resource team members that they can call on to help deal with challenges beyond senior housing and care, which is their own area of expertise. And Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors spend time with families and seniors. They can’t help if they don’t know and understand you and your family. Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisors have a structured way to identify important needs that you and your senior have, which they then use to match you to the best community choices or the best members of their resource network that can meet your needs.

Who is Assisted Living Locators®?

A franchise business based in Arizona, with local owners and operators across the US. Our Care Advisors bring problem solving skills and compassion to your local senior community, and we supply the training, processes and industry knowledge they need to provide you with the help you want.

Where are your Care Advisors located?

Everywhere. If we don’t have a Care Advisor yet in your local area, we’ll find you an affiliate advisor who can help. But every month we train more Care Advisors to meet the growing needs of seniors in every community across the US. You can find your local Care Advisor by using the tools on this website. And because we are nationwide, we can help you in your town or in towns all across the US.

When should I contact an Assisted Living Locators® Care Advisor?

Since Care Advisors understand the entire range of living options available to seniors, any family with a senior over 55 can benefit from their expertise. Use us to understand your independent living options if your senior wants more time for leisure pursuits after 55. Use us especially when you are concerned about the safety or health of your senior loved one. And it’s critically important that you reach out to us if your senior is in the hospital or rehabilitation facility so that we help you navigate the immediate next health care and housing steps that must be taken, giving you a voice in how the health care and insurance systems in your state manage your senior’s needs.

Assisted Living In Austin, TX

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Find the Best Assisted Living Near Austin, TX

Assisted living in Austin, TX, is a great choice for people considering their retirement housing options. Local assisted living facilities offer community living, personal care, and clinical care services to fit the needs of seniors. Active seniors can enjoy the amenities of the assisted living community where they live, while also taking part in Austin’s wide range of local activities.

If you’re considering assisted living housing options to help you care for your elderly loved one, the search may become confusing or overwhelming. There are so many options near Austin, so how do you know which one to pick? Our local Assisted Living Locators advisors are here to help! We pay attention to your family’s needs and preferences and then use our expertise to guide you in the right direction.

Your Austin, TX Senior Living Advisor

Traci Duff

Serving Collin County - Plano, Allen, McKinney, North Dallas, Frisco, & Murphy

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Finding the right home for your loved one can be confusing and stressful. I can help you find the right care solution for now and the future. I also connect families with all the tools and resources they need to make this transition easier.

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What is the Cost of Assisted Living in Austin, TX

In the Austin area, the average cost of assisted living is approximately $5,345 per month, according to Genworth.

Austin, TX, at a Glance

Austin, the capital of Texas, is a trendy city known for the University of Texas and a range of entertainment and outdoor activities. Austin is home to more than 950,000 people. In the coming decades, the Austin area is expected to be a hub for older adults. The estimate is that more than 500,000 people aged 65 and older will live in Austin and the surrounding area. This means that this area will need to add resources for older adults to meet the demands of this growing population. This exciting city also provides assisted living options for seniors who could use extra support.

Austin Weather and Climate

Austin, TX’s weather is a draw for seniors, as the area provides a warmer climate without the hassles of snow and ice. Nonetheless, air conditioning is important for cooling down from the heat. Austin falls within a humid subtropical climate that features mild winters and hot summers. Expect summer temperature averages of 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, with nighttime summer temperatures sometimes going down to the 50s. Throughout the year, the temperature tends to stay within the range of the 40s to the 90s.

Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care

Having good hospitals nearby is an important factor in a senior’s decision of where to live. As the capital city of Texas and home to a major university, Austin offers some of the top hospitals in the state. A few options include:

St. David’s Medical Center
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple
UT Health Austin

Transportation

Your assisted living facility may offer transportation to shopping and to doctor’s appointments. Otherwise, the city provides good public transportation through its Capital Metro system. You also have easy access to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, from which friends, family, and loved ones can come visit you easily. Further, the city has environmentally friendly options like bicycling and bike share and car share programs.

Arts, Culture, and Recreation

Austin is known for its culture and entertainment. Seniors who reside here can visit museums like the world-class Blanton. The city has many resident artists who share their talents. Austin is considered the “Live Music Capital of the World” as a place where you can enjoy many concerts and musical events. The city has entertainment districts filled with top-level restaurants and attractions, plus it includes water sports and other outdoor activities.

Sports fans in Austin can head to the University of Texas to see the Longhorns play football and other college sports. Otherwise, this is not a major sports area, although it does house minor-league teams, and the Major League Soccer team Austin FC is starting in the area.

How Do I Pay for Austin, TX Assisted Living?

Veteran's Benefits

If you are a veteran or the spouse of a veteran, look into whether your veteran’s benefits can help. You may qualify under the Improved Pension Program. For those who qualify, Aid and Attendance offers monetary benefits to help with the costs of daily assistance, such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication.

Long-Term Care Insurance

If you have coverage under a long-term care insurance plan, this could help with the cost of assisted living. The coverage varies by the carrier and plan.

Home Equity

If you own a home, consider a home equity line of credit. This method may help you leverage your home investment to help cover the cost of assisted living.

Medicare

A Medicare plan may help with the costs of medical care while you live in assisted living. It does not cover the cost of the housing itself.

Medicaid

If you qualify for Medicaid, it may cover some of the services you receive in assisted living. Also, Texas has a STAR+PLUS Waiver program that provides Medicaid payments to help cover the cost of assisted living facilities. Qualification includes having Medicaid eligibility and showing you meet the level of care for a nursing home.

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FAQ About Assisted Living in Austin, TX

Austin, Texas, has many top-rated assisted living facilities. Some of the top ones are Brookdale in both Gaines Ranch and Northwest Hills, Elmcroft, and Belmont Village West.

This city has a long list of assisted living facilities to choose from. There are 35 of this type of facility in the Austin area, while there are more near the city.

Yes, there are local advisors you can talk to about assisted living facilities in Austin, Texas. We have local Senior Advisors in North Austin and South Austin to provide specific advice for the part of the city you are considering.