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Garland, Texas, is a family-friendly suburb located along Lake Ray Hubbard. Seniors can enjoy hiking the outdoor trails at Windsurf Park, fishing and boating in the lake and picnicking. For those who prefer indoor entertainment, Garland is close enough to Dallas for easy access to the Dallas Museum of Art, Dealy Plaza and many shopping and dining opportunities, such as the famous Galleria Mall. The city is also home to the Southfork Ranch, which was featured on the television show, Dallas. Garland is one of the more affordable suburbs of Dallas, with a cost of living right on par with the national average. This, plus the absence of a state income tax in Texas, may make it easier for Garland seniors on a budget to afford assisted living.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Garland is $4,150, although the costs for individual facilities will vary.
Note: Data for Garland was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Dallas, was used.
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Assisted living fees in Garland average $4,150 per month, which is on par with the national average and $400 more than the statewide average of $3,750. Compared to neighboring states, assisted living fees in Texas are among the highest, with the exception of New Mexico, where seniors pay $4,100. Fees in Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma are lower at $3,175, $3,650 and $3,518, respectively.
Among other large Texas cities, Garland, as part of the Dallas metro area, is one of the most expensive for average monthly assisted living fees. Austin, the state’s capital, is significantly higher, at $5,395. Assisted living fees in San Antonio and Houston, at $3,750 are a few hundred dollars less than in Garland. Nearby Kerrville, a few hours to the west, also has average assisted living fees of $3,750 per month.
Texas Medicaid administers a waiver program, known as the STAR+PLUS HCBS program, to allow seniors to take residence in assisted living instead of living in a nursing home. Eligibility is income-based, and applicants need to be enrolled in Medicaid first, as well as demonstrate that they need a nursing home level of care.
Learn more about this program, the eligibility requirements and the application process on our Assisted Living in Texas page.
| Contact | Description | |
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | (800) 272-3921 | This is a coalition of area counties dedicated to advancing the interests of senior citizens. The AAA provides counselors to help seniors apply for health care and benefits and find a residence in long-term care. It also coordinates support groups for the elderly and their caregivers, conducts health screenings and works to lobby for laws protecting the interests of the elderly. |
| Dallas Area Regional Transit (DART) | (214) 979-1111 | Dallas operates a light rail and fixed bus route transit system serving the city and surrounding suburbs. Garland seniors are eligible for reduced fares, and paratransit and handicapped shuttle transportation is available for those who need it. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program | (214) 823-5700 | The RSVP is a program that matches potential volunteers with local agencies that have openings and opportunities that suit the senior’s skills and interests. Some volunteer programs for seniors can include working in local libraries, tutoring and reading stories to children, participating in area cleanups and teaching ESL. |
| Garland Senior Activity Center | (972) 205-2769 | This facility administers events and programs for seniors to help encourage socialization and give them a place to learn new skills, pursue favorite hobbies and participate in health screenings and educational seminars. Typical activities include light fitness classes, card and bingo games and holiday celebrations. |
| Wellness Center For Older Adults | (972) 953-7669 | This is a community outreach service open to area seniors. It provides group counseling for topics, such as grief and respite for caregivers. The Wellness Center also provides health screenings and programs that offer loans of durable medical equipment to those in need. |
| Dallas County Veterans Services | (972) 692-4939 | Military veterans can receive assistance applying for VA benefits here. Other services include mental health and PTSD counseling, as well as grief counseling for surviving spouses. |
| Legal Aid of Northwest Texas | (888) 529-5277 | Seniors who meet certain income guidelines can receive pro bono assistance from area attorneys. Typical cases include civil matters, as well as preparing legal documents, such as wills, living wills and transferring power of attorney. |
Garland assisted living communities are licensed and regulated by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services. To obtain and retain licensure, these facilities must meet certain criteria and pass inspections. Visit our Assisted Living in Texas page to learn more about these regulations.