Best Memory Care in El Paso, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 memory care providers in El Paso, TX using TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in TX
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Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Good Samaritan Society – White Acres
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 82
Rank #324 / 635
No
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 40
Rank #573 / 736
43
Facility 43
TX AVG 17
Rank #42 / 386
A+White Acres Assisted Living LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #55 / 607
?-4-
Vista Hills Health Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
El Paso (Vista De Oro)
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 82
Rank #135 / 635
No
51
Facility 51
TX AVG 40
Rank #240 / 736
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 17
Rank #14 / 386
A+-
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 6
Rank #506 / 607
C-104-
The MonteVista at Coronado Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 82
Rank #324 / 635
No
2
Facility 2
TX AVG 40
Rank #730 / 736
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 17
Rank #381 / 386
A+Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC
10
Facility 10
TX AVG 6
Rank #441 / 607
B82Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Simpatico Cielo Vista
MC
AL
El Paso (East El Paso)
114
Facility 114
TX AVG 82
Rank #176 / 635
Yes
64
Facility 64
TX AVG 40
Rank #98 / 736
-A+Simpatico Cielo Vista Operations LLC
11
Facility 11
TX AVG 6
Rank #457 / 607
C29Studio / Suite
Simpatico
MC
AL
El Paso (East El Paso)
129
Facility 129
TX AVG 82
Rank #95 / 635
Yes
56
Facility 56
TX AVG 40
Rank #179 / 736
-A+Simpatico East Operations LLC
10
Facility 10
TX AVG 6
Rank #441 / 607
C-37-
The Legacy at Cimarron
MC
AL
RC
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
110
Facility 110
TX AVG 82
Rank #188 / 635
Yes
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 40
Rank #632 / 736
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 17
Rank #267 / 386
A+Lac Tenant LLC
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 6
Rank #302 / 607
?16Studio / 1 Bed
White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
El Paso (Northwest El Paso)
76
Facility 76
TX AVG 82
Rank #324 / 635
No
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 40
Rank #573 / 736
43
Facility 43
TX AVG 17
Rank #42 / 386
A+White Acres Assisted Living LLC
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #204 / 607
?-41 Bed / 2 Bed
GoodLife Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
El Paso (Northeast El Paso)
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 82
Rank #524 / 635
No---Westwood Drive Enterprises, LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 607
?12Private Rooms
Valley Creek Living Estates by Evermore Living Estates
MC
AL
El Paso (Valley Creek South)
-No
12
Facility 12
TX AVG 40
Rank #646 / 736
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Luxe Life Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
El Paso
32
Facility 32
TX AVG 82
Rank #504 / 635
No
34
Facility 34
TX AVG 40
Rank #436 / 736
--Ignite Medical Resort El Paso, LLC
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #204 / 607
?-4-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other TX memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 10 analyzed for El Paso. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Vista Hills Health Care Center

Vista Hills Health Care Center, located in  the sunny city of EL Paso, TX, is a care facility dedicated to providing quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. This skilled facility offers specialized care by highly skilled clinicians and therapists in a warm, home-like environment.
As part of their services they provide residents with 24/7 skilled nursing care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, respite care services, wound care, and other care services such as their memory care program for residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Additionally they also provide nutritional services through their fine dining options, and full activities programs to ensure that their physical activity, mental stimulation and psychosocial needs are met.

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Overview of The MonteVista at Coronado Senior Living

Situated in El Paso TX, The Montevista at Coronado is a remarkable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Customized levels of support are available for the residents to live life on their own terms in a lovely and comforting environment. With bright, hopeful, and resort-style living for seniors, the community provides a variety of accommodations, ranging from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom, to enjoy their respective perks.

The community caters to a delightful all-in dining experience wherein meals can be requested based on dietary needs. Moreover, it provides community vehicles for both medical and recreational purposes. Visitors like family and friends are also permitted upon compliance with the community’s standard health protocols and safety terms. With its above-and-beyond services and commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, seniors enjoy a great retirement stay.

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Overview of Simpatico Cielo Vista

Simpatico Cielo Vista, located in El Paso, Texas, is committed to the well-being and dignity of memory care and assisted living residents. The Simpatico Way is a holistic approach, integrating cognitive stimulation, physical engagement, and social connectivity within a nurturing environment. Embracing intergenerational relationships, Simpatico empowers staff and families to contribute actively, creating an uplifting atmosphere. The community prioritizes individual needs to preserve residents’ dignity and individuality.

In Simpatico’s Memory Care program, each resident receives personalized attention through a Person-Centered model. Tailored Resident Plans support individual interests and abilities, incorporating activities like fitness classes, musical entertainment, creative art expression, and community trips. Simpatico’s home-style setting enhances each resident’s life experience, focusing on cognitive and sensory stimulation, physical engagement, and fostering social interactions. Activities range from reminiscence therapy and sensory-rich experiences to physical exercises, social discussions, and intergenerational activities, ensuring a comprehensive approach to residents’ well-being. 

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Simpatico

1991 Saul Kleinfeld Dr, El Paso, TX 79936
Overview of Simpatico

Simpatico, located in El Paso, TX, is a senior living community committed to providing quality assisted living services and memory care services to their residents. Their two locations in El Paso; Simpatico Cielo Vista, and Simpatico East, offers a wide array of accommodations from spacious studio-style units to one bedroom apartments featuring kitchenettes, living areas, dining areas, and private baths. Simpatico’s care is deeply rooted in their understanding of the residents’ specific needs, which is why their support follows an approach that focuses on cognitive stimulation, physical engagement, and holistic nurturing.

Their assisted living program provides residents with round the clock supervision and availability of assistance for daily living activities such as bathing and dressing. They also provide assistance with medication reminders and administration while maintaining the residents independence. And to complete their holistic approach, residents are also provided nutritional wellness, intellectual stimulation and lifelong learning, and access to wellness and recreation activities, to boost their overall well being.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society – White Acres

Good Samaritan Society – White Acres, located in El Paso, TX, is a senior living community offering a wide array of services to its residents from assisted living, memory care, long-term skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation. This senior living community offers accommodation options that include utilities, maintenance, and housekeeping services.

As part of their assisted living and memory care services, they provide residents with 24/z staff availability for supervision and support, assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and wellness programs. Laundry and housekeeping services are also provided, giving the residents more opportunities to do what they enjoy.

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Overview of White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community

White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community services in El Paso, TX. Independent living supports private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a supervised setting for residents who may be at risk of wandering, and the combination of care levels can suit someone whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 76 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom residences. The larger layout can suit a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can help when a primary caregiver needs to travel or recover. White Acres Continuous Care Retirement Community is operated by White Acres Assisted Living.

Residents can use the courtyard and on site pool, including water aerobics classes and daily exercise programs through the wellness center. Rehabilitation services are available within the community, while transportation provides rides without requiring residents to arrange every trip independently. Meals are managed by a certified dietitian to address dietary and nutritional needs.

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Overview of The Legacy at Cimarron

Owned by Lac Tenant LLC, The Legacy at Cimarron is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community in Northwest El Paso, Texas. Lifewell Senior Living manages the community, with Executive Director Jacob Boggs serving as administrator. The two-story building offers studio and one-bedroom housing options. It has been operating for 9 years.

Memory care is a central part of the community rather than an added service. The Legacy at Cimarron holds an Alzheimer’s certification and offers its Connections program for residents living with memory loss. The program follows what the community calls its 7 Pillars of Memory Care. These include choice-based living, thoughtful dining, personalized care, and ongoing partnerships with residents’ families, among other areas. About 30 of the community’s 110 beds are dedicated Alzheimer’s units, so memory care has its own defined space within the larger community.

Transportation services and organized fitness and recreation programs are available for residents. Pets are allowed in the community. The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 14, so most errands and outings require driving.

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission inspects the community as part of its regular oversight of assisted living communities. Past reviews have focused on abuse-reporting procedures and safe oxygen storage practices. The community has had to address these areas as part of its standard compliance work.

Families considering memory care may ask about current staff-to-resident ratios during a tour. Overall, The Legacy at Cimarron is a mid-sized community with a strong focus on memory care. Its named memory care program and dedicated Alzheimer’s units provide a clear setting for cognitive care within the larger assisted living community.

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Overview of GoodLife Senior Living

GoodLife Senior Living, located in El Paso, TX, is a senior living community specializing in providing assisted living with memory care services for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive impairments. As part of their services, they provide their residents with 24/7 care and supervision, medication management, mobility assistance and assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing.

This senior living community also ensures that the residents stay is not only healthy to their overall well being but also comfortable. Fresh home cooked meals and snacks are served daily, so the residents would no longer need to worry about meal preparations. Additionally, dining assistance is also offered, as well as oral hygiene, and housekeeping services. The staff also encourage residents to participate in regular activities that promote physical fitness and mental stimulation such as their group exercises and art and music programs.

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Overview of Luxe Life Senior Living

Luxe Life Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in El Paso, Texas. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a supervised, secured setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Luxe Life Senior Living has 32 beds and is operated by Ignite Medical Resort El Paso. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Restaurant style dining with chef prepared meals gives residents a prepared dining option within the community’s meal service. A wellness center, salon and spa, and newly renovated outdoor space offer places for wellness activities, personal care, and time outdoors.

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Overview of Valley Creek Living Estates by Evermore Living Estates

Valley Creek Living Estates is an assisted living and memory care community in El Paso, TX, offering personal care and specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The community also ensures older adults can find a home away from home, especially with its compassionate and welcoming environment. Residents also experience maintenance-free living with 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, housekeeping, and laundry. Along with a specially-trained care team, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Sensory-stimulating activities, light exercises, and fun gatherings help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. Residents can also rest and socialize in the accessible common areas and spacious rooms. Set in the quiet residential area of El Paso, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This assisted living and memory care community is committed to helping older adults age gracefully, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Texas.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in El Paso at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in El Paso, TX. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 83The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in El Paso, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in El Paso, TX

What is the average cost of memory care in El Paso, TX?

The average monthly cost of memory care in El Paso, TX is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in El Paso, TX?

Memory care in El Paso, TX typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in El Paso, TX?

Memory care communities in El Paso, TX typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Texas?

Assisted living in Texas supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Texas Medicaid cover memory care?

Texas Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Texas) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 10 memory care communities in El Paso, TX. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.