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Assisted living costs in Hays average about $5,028 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 157 communities in Hays. Our detailed directory has 4899 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Austin, Dripping Springs and Lakeway.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of The Blake at New Braunfels
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The facility is great, and there seems to be a larger group of active residents than other facilities we have experienced. Most issues we have encountered have been due to turnover of caregivers which seems...
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.
The Blake at New Braunfels, conveniently located between San Antonio and Austin, features resort-style comfort and service. Hospitality and luxury are blended to create an exceptional senior retirement community. You are going to feel right at home!The Blake at New Braunfels is a proposed upscale...
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They do everything very well. The only way they could improve is offer more activities. My mother really likes the food and the staff!
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mallard Home care has been in business for a little over a year now. Although the staff and management have had many year in senior care. We are fully licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Serives and the Department of Agining and Disabilty. Located in the new Falcon point subdivision...
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The place is nice and my sister enjoys being around people. The staff overall is good at the upper levels but they have had some turnover with the other people especially kitchen and dining staff.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to the Court at Round Rock! Life is simply wonderful at Court at Round Rock. You can go on outings to local eateries, baseball games At the Dell Diamond, local parks, and many other fantastic places. The family oriented atmosphere is warm and relaxed. The community Embraces the small town...
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As with any large organization, there were some hiccups. Although the staff at Eden Hill are great and my Dad is quite happy there.
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.
Assisted Living at EdenHill CommunitiesLet us customize your care with a plan tailored to support your individual needs. We’ll handle the daily details, and you live life to the fullest: Enjoy life-enriching social activities, spend time in our nature areas, or join neighbors for a delicious...
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There was a change of ownership a while back and a lot of staff changes. That was hard. Now everything seems to be running smoothly, I don't know the new staff as well as I did the old. Communication with...
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.
At The Monarch at Round Rock Memory Care, we believe that a strong support system is fundamental to achieving happiness and well-being. As part of our commitment to personalized care, we operate two assisted living communities, Our approach revolves around tailoring our environments to suit the...
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Oaktree is such a loving place. The staff is amazing and the care they give is top notch. The kitchen is so clean and they care enough to give many options "off the menu" to accommodate. I have eaten there...
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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Riva Ridge Assisted Living was a true blessing for my family and my father during his final 3.5 months. From the start, we knew we had made the right choice. The facility, managed by owner [name removed], is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Imagine a home for your loved one where they are able to enjoy friendship, love, and acceptance. Where someone understands their exceptional needs and guides them through the day. Where caregivers are competent, nurturing, and attentive. A place where you can be sure they are safe, clean, and...
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The Wesleyan is absolutely wonderful. The staff are very caring and helpful. They are so pleasant to be around. They have treated me so well and I am more than satisfied with the care. The community is very...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
A Rich Tradition Brings a New SeasonThe Wesleyan at Scenic located on Scenic Drive in Georgetown is part of the rich tradition of Wesleyan Homes. Wesleyan Homes has been a ministry of the Central Texas United Methodist Church since 1962. Our corporate offices are not a thousand miles away, but...
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Staff are super nice. They have had growing pains but I think they are fully staffed now. The food is great. My husband is very happy there.
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.
Bader House of Georgetown, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. Our activities programs are 7 days a week, 10 hours a day to keep your loved one engaged. We like to keep our residents linked to their abilities and allow as much freedom in a...
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Moving my parents here has been the best choice they have made . It's been a wonderful experience so far. The are enjoying socialing with people there own age and that they have things in common with. They...
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.
Life Simplified. For them. And, for you. Laurel Hall Memory Care Community at The Wesleyan at Estrella located off Williams Drive and Estrella Crossing is part of the rich tradition of Wesleyan Homes. Wesleyan Homes has been a ministry of the Central Texas United Methodist Church since1962. Our...
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Photo of Arbor House of Marble Falls
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While it is impossible to be perfect with that type of care and services. They do an amazing job. We picked them because of the appearance, cleanliness, willingness to accommodate, and location for us.
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.
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[name removed] was happy. We were happy because she was happy. She was always clean, gained weight, enjoyed the many activities even the exercise class, and [name removed] always singing Sweet Caroline to...
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.
CelesteCare of Horseshoe Bay offers a fresh, innovative approach to assisted living and licensed memory care. A trusted team of caregivers truly committed to making our residents feel welcome and loved. Advanced technology that significantly raises the bar on the quality of our care.Fun programs...
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Caring and on top of it. Someone is always checking on my mom and there for her needs. They respond promptly when alerted. Staff is always letter her know what activities are going and seeing if she wants...
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.
Who We AreHi! We are a family owned and operated business here in San Antonio!Gemstone assisted living communities offers a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for your senior loved ones who need some help with their daily activities.?Our team of experts include registered nurses,...
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What I really love about this community is how friendly and kind the staff are and how engaged the residents are with different activities. My moms favorite game hands down is Bingo! We love that this place...
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.
The Canyons of Stone Oak is 100% focused on caring for the individual and their personal journey with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. All of our employees are uniquely trained to understand and anticipate the individual needs of each resident. Each resident will follow their own personal...
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Staff-the staff in the memory care was very nice, especially [name removed]. I believe they provided gentle care. [name removed], the manager was extremely difficult to get in touch with, she didn't respond...
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.
The Gardens of Buda Memory Care has been serving seniors since 2000, and our new Assisted Living community opened in 2018. WE ARE NOW DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. We are minutes from downtown Buda and nestled among beautiful trees. Due to the technology boom in Austin, our residents come from...
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Photo of Seasons Alzheimers Care and Assisted LivingCommunity card badge
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The room is nice and big enough for his things; the care is overall very good; food is good most of the time; activities are a bit sparse (but he doesn't participate much); my biggest complaint is...
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.
Season's Alzheimer's and Assisted Care is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of San Antonio, Texas which is in Bexar County with small portions extending into Medina and Comal counties. San Antonio is a city with a great deal of history. The Alamo is a national...
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We placed my mom in Tran’s Senior Oasis 20 months ago, and we could not have been more pleased with the care she was provided. Dr. Tran and her staff should be the model for assisted living. Dr. Tran and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tran’s Senior Oasis is a six-bed spectacular personal-care home licensed and in exemplary standing with the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Service (DADS). Why is Tran’s Senior Oasis different from other personal-care homes? Here are 10 top reasons:•#1 Tran’s Senior Oasis is owned...
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Living at Maravilla at the Domain has been wonderful — the amenities feel very upscale, the dining options are delicious, and there are always great wellness classes and social events to enjoy. The staff are...
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.
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Dad is doing well at Willows. [name removed] and [name removed] really have things taken care of. The facility is a nice one. The staff is attentive. The place is just the right size. We are happy with the...
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.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Shady Hollow Assisted Living Shady Hollow Assisted Living is a senior care home located in Austin, Texas, part of Travis County. Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States and offers a plethora of activities for the entire family. It is famous for its vibrant music and live...
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Shady Hollow is a beautiful house with big shady trees and grassy yard. It is well kept and very clean. It is a peaceful environment and my room was quiet with a large window. [names removed]and the owner...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Shady Hollow II Assisted Living Shady Hollow II Assisted Living is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Austin, Texas which is in Travis County. Austin is first and foremost known as a music city. The numerous concert venues and local musicians make this city ideal...
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I cannot say enough great things about Autumn Leaves! They are so loving and caring to all their residence. I can see the true compassion that each of the employees have for the residence. Communication...
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.
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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.
Private and Semiprivate Floor plans, Three meals daily, 24 hour attendant supervision, Housekeeping Daily, Nurse on Staff, Full Time Activities Program, Emergency Call System, Utilities & Cable included in base price.  Our home offers different levels of care which can include assistance with...
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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.
Querencia at Barton Creek is a resort-style life care retirement community in Austin for ages 62 and over. We are located on 38 acres and our Independent Living section includes 10 villas and 157 apartment homes (one, two, or three bedroom), with a choice of 19 different floor plans ranging from...

Cost of assisted living in Hays, TX

The average cost of senior living in Hays is $5,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lockhart, TX with an average of $4,301 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hays, TX, vs. state and national averages

Hays, TX
$5,028/mo
$4,577/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Hays, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,028/mo
$6,984/mo

Assisted living costs in Hays, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,475/mo
Studio
$4,489/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,645/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,490/mo

Senior living costs in Hays vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Hays, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHays, TXTexasU.S.
Assisted Living$5,028/mo$4,577/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,984/mo$6,322/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,686/mo$3,111/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Hays, TX:$5,028/mo
Texas:$4,577/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Hays, TX:$6,984/mo
Texas:$6,322/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Hays, TX:$3,686/mo
Texas:$3,111/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hays, TX

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What families are saying about assisted living in Hays

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hays

Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care in Live Oak, TX

5.0
We have been nothing short of pleased with our experience with serenity Oaks. My grandmother is getting the absolute best care there. Everybody is so friendly. The food is great and the place is always clean. The staff is always smiling. You can tell they really enjoy their jobs.

Autumn Leaves of Georgetown

5.0
5 stars for all! The staff are super nice and caring. Only one negative would be that I think they need someone to man the door, sometimes it takes a while for them to let me in when I ring the doorbell. Sometimes I have to ring several times. If staff is busy I understand the patient care ...
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Mallard Home Care in Pflugerville, TX

5.0
This is a clean home along with my mom's room. She likes the meals they serve here. A few times through the day they have games available. The experience and care has been great and I would recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful staff with genuine care. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their community. At Ledgestone Senior Living, for example, the staff were described as friends to residents, always thinking of ways to bring happiness and comfort. However, some community members also express frustrations ...
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Variety of well-planned activities. Many residents enjoy the range of activities offered at their communities. For example, at The Auberge at Onion Creek, the facility offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music and holiday celebrations. At The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living, activities director Kat goes above and beyond to p ...
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Quality meals and flexible dining options. High-quality meals are a common theme among positive reviews, with some communities like Brookdale Westlake Hills offering restaurant-style dining experiences. Others, like Orchard Park of Kyle, praise the chef for accommodating individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Individually tailored care and accommodations. Several residents appreciate the personalized care they receive at their communities. For instance, at Brookdale Gaines Ranch, the staff take time to understand residents' needs and help them adjust to their new environment. At The Legacy at Oak Hill, the team accommodates resident requests, ...
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Welcoming community atmosphere. Many residents find joy in the sense of community and friendship at their facilities. For instance, at The Auberge at Onion Creek, the vibe is described as warm and welcoming, making residents feel at home. At Sodalis Austin, the staff and residents are described as genuinely caring and frie ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Residents at various communities express appreciation for the on-site services and amenities, such as salons, doctors, and therapists. For instance, at The Philomena, the facility offers in-house medical support and a beauty salon, allowing residents to easily access the services they need.
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Hays review score based on 842 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 842 reviews of 157 Hays assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hays review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Hays review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Hays, TX157 facilities
8.5
Lockhart, TX147 facilities
8.7
Austin, TX98 facilities

Review subcategories for Hays assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 842 reviews of 157 Hays assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hays resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Hays, TX averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
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3.4
Care services
3.1
3.1
Staff
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3.3
Meals & dining
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Hays assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hays assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hays, 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 Hays assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Hays that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hays, TXNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.5%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.3%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.6%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hays assisted living

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 Hays Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hays, TXNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.9%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hays assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hays partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hays, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.6%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.1%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
63.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.2%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Hays assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hays communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hays, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
55.4%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.9%
18.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hays assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Hays offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hays, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.8%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.3%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.4%
39.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
54.8%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.6%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.1%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hays

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Texas assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hays protect seniors.
Learn about Texas assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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