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Frisco is an affluent suburb of Dallas, part of the thriving DFW Metroplex. It’s home to FC Dallas, a semi-professional soccer team that plays in a stadium off the quaint downtown area. Frisco is known as an excellent place to raise children, and its low crime rate makes it a safer place for seniors, as well. There’s plenty to see and do in the Dallas area for history buffs, from Dealy plaza downtown to the Fort Worth Stockyards, which are still in operation today. Many area attractions are close to DART transit lines, allowing those who don’t drive ready access to these and other shopping and dining destinations.
Frisco has hot summers and mild winters with rare snow. While seniors sensitive to high temperatures may be uncomfortable, those who have health conditions alleviated by hot, dry weather may find relief. Seniors make up about 8% of Frisco’s population of 200,000, an age group that will soon need accommodations in an assisted living community.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Frisco is $4,150, although the costs for each facility can vary.
Note: Data for Frisco was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Dallas, was used.
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Assisted living fees in Frisco are several hundred dollars higher than the state average, at $4,150 compared to the Texas state average of $3,750 and a little higher than the national average, as well, which is $4,051. Among the states that border Texas, only New Mexico has a higher state average cost of assisted living, at $4,100. Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas all range between $3175 and $3,650.
Frisco, as part of the Dallas metro area, has a higher cost of living than many other large cities in the state. Austin, the state’s capital, is the most expensive, at $5,395. However, other major metro areas of Houston and San Antonio are notably cheaper, at $3,750 each, matching the state’s average. Kerrville, a city near Frisco, averages the same, while El Paso, far to the south, is considerably less expensive, at $2,000 per month.
Texas residents, including seniors living in Frisco, may be eligible for financial assistance paying for assisted living fees. The program is administered through the Texas Medicaid system, called the STAR+PLUS HCBS program. It’s open to those who are enrolled in Texas Medicaid and receive Social Security Income. Applicants must also verify that they require a nursing home level of care, as well. Recipients don’t have to live in a nursing home. Instead, they may use the waiver monies to pay for home health care and homemaking assistance, or residence in an assisted living community.
Learn more about this program, the eligibility requirements, and the application process on our Assisted Living in Texas page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Meals on Wheels | (972) 562-6996 | Local volunteers deliver fresh, hot meals to seniors Monday through Friday. Eligibility is based on income and a qualifying disability or seniors who are unable to prepare their own healthy meals may also receive services. |
| Collin County Committee on Wellness Center for Older Adults | (972) 941-7335 | This organization provides seniors with counseling and help enrolling in benefits such as food stamps and health care. Support groups, such as grief counseling and caregiver support are optional. The Wellness Centar also provides loans of medical equipment and preventative health services. |
| Dallas Area Regional Transit (DART) | (214) 979-1111 | The DART offers light rail and bus travel across the greater Dallas area. Seniors and those with a qualifying disability are eligible for a reduced rate pass, issued annually. Handicapped rides and paratransport are available on request. |
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | (800) 272-3921 | The Agency on Aging serves several North Texas counties, including Collin County. Seniors are guided towards resources that meet their needs including meal services, government benefits, and health care screenings. Other services include different support groups for the elderly and their caregivers. The Agency on Aging also sponsors several different social opportunities through outreach events and holiday celebrations. |
| The Grove at Frisco Commons | (972) 292-6550 | The Grove is a large senior center nestled in a grove of trees. A large swimming pool and a fitness center with top-of-the-line equipment offer scenarios many different fitness options. Common areas are open for card games or bingo and bridge tournaments. Scheduled events here include lunches during the weekdays, educational seminars and guest speakers, and wellness screenings. |
| Collin County Veteran Services | (972) 881-3060 | Military veterans and their surviving spouses receive medical benefits here such as primary care, wellness checks, and diagnosis of illnesses. Diabetes care and prescription services (through mail order delivery) are available. Specialty services include ophthalmological testing, audiology, and physical and occupational therapies. Mental health services and counseling are also provided. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (214) 823-5700 | “RSVP” operates several different volunteer programs for seniors wishing to give back to the community. Some include after school tutoring, teaching English as a second language, or helping with community trash pick-ups and beautification. |
Assisted living communities in Frisco, as in all of Texas, are licensed and regulated by the Texas Department of Health and Senior Services. These facilities are divided into two tiers, according to the level of care offered. Communities must comply with the licensure requirements of their respective designations, including certifications and training for the staff, proper staffing ratios, cleanliness and mobility accommodations. TDHSS also inspects for general livability and meal availability for residents. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page to learn more about these laws and regulations.