Page 3 of Best Memory Care in Houston, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 78 memory care providers in Houston, 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brookdale Spring Shadows
MC
AL
Houston (Spring Branch North)
104
Facility 104
TX AVG 82
Rank #220 / 635
?Yes
36
Facility 36
TX AVG 40
Rank #419 / 736
48
Facility 48
TX AVG 17
Rank #17 / 386
A+Arc Spring Shadow, L.p
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 607
13Standard Studio / Deluxe Studio / Semi-Private Studio / Private Studio
Brookdale Champions
MC
AL
Houston (Edenbrook At Champions)
103
Facility 103
TX AVG 82
Rank #226 / 635
?Yes
21
Facility 21
TX AVG 40
Rank #561 / 736
48
Facility 48
TX AVG 17
Rank #17 / 386
A+Hbp Leaseco LLC
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 607
-3Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Buckingham
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Houston (Mid West)
130
Facility 130
TX AVG 82
Rank #91 / 635
?No
56
Facility 56
TX AVG 40
Rank #179 / 736
20
Facility 20
TX AVG 17
Rank #100 / 386
-Buckingham Senior Living Community Inc
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #152 / 607
12Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Capstone Healthcare Estates at Veterans Memorial
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Houston
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 82
Rank #135 / 635
C-No
51
Facility 51
TX AVG 40
Rank #240 / 736
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Apex Oaks at Clear Lake Assisted Living
MC
AL
Houston
44
Facility 44
TX AVG 82
Rank #478 / 635
CNo
25
Facility 25
TX AVG 40
Rank #531 / 736
--12410 Space Center, LLC
15
Facility 15
TX AVG 6
Rank #517 / 607
312-
Good Living Community Care Inc.
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Houston (Mid West)
16
Facility 16
TX AVG 82
Rank #524 / 635
D-Yes
88
Facility 88
TX AVG 40
Rank #4 / 736
--Good Living Community Care, Inc
18
Facility 18
TX AVG 6
Rank #547 / 607
108-
Clearwater at The Heights
MC
AL
IL
Houston (Northside)
267
Facility 267
TX AVG 82
Rank #3 / 635
-Yes
74
Facility 74
TX AVG 40
Rank #37 / 736
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 17
Rank #354 / 386
-Cre-Hcw The Heights Trs LLC
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 607
--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Heritage Tomball
MC
AL
HOS
IL
RC
Tomball
147
Facility 147
TX AVG 82
Rank #53 / 635
?No
63
Facility 63
TX AVG 40
Rank #111 / 736
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 17
Rank #169 / 386
-1221 Graham Drive Opco LLC
4
Facility 4
TX AVG 6
Rank #204 / 607
24Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village of River Oaks
MC
AL
IL
Houston (Montrose)
120
Facility 120
TX AVG 82
Rank #135 / 635
?Yes
83
Facility 83
TX AVG 40
Rank #10 / 736
9
Facility 9
TX AVG 17
Rank #291 / 386
-Bmsh II River Oaks Tx Owner LLC
1
Facility 1
TX AVG 6
Rank #55 / 607
-1Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Tradition – Woodway
MC
AL
IL
Houston (Westside)
121
Facility 121
TX AVG 82
Rank #132 / 635
-No
64
Facility 64
TX AVG 40
Rank #98 / 736
6
Facility 6
TX AVG 17
Rank #330 / 386
-Woodway Tradition, LP
0
Facility 0
TX AVG 6
Rank #1 / 607
2-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Brookdale Spring Shadows

Maintain independence while receiving the right amount of support at Brookdale Spring Shadows, an outstanding senior living community in Houston, TX, that offers a supportive environment designed to enhance independence while providing tailored care. This community caters to both assisted living and memory care needs, ensuring residents receive personalized attention. Seniors here enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with services like housekeeping, meals, and assistance with daily activities readily available. A robust calendar of events fosters social engagement and exploration of new interests, encouraging residents to forge new friendships and stay active.

What sets Brookdale Spring Shadows apart is its dedication to enhancing each resident’s quality of life through specialized care programs and amenities. From a serene courtyard and garden to a well-stocked library and therapeutic spaces, the community offers diverse opportunities for relaxation and enrichment. With round-the-clock emergency support and a focus on dementia-friendly activities, Brookdale Spring Shadows provides a secure, nurturing environment where seniors can thrive and maintain their sense of identity and purpose.

$4,005/Month

Contact Brookdale Spring Shadows

Overview of Brookdale Champions

Live well and age well at Brookdale Champions in Houston, Texas, an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents can enjoy a range of activities, such as joining a walking group, attending movie nights, participating in B-Fit exercise classes, or playing a round of billiards. With basic utilities and maintenance included, residents have fewer bills to worry about and more time to focus on enjoying their day. The community is designed to cater to individual needs, allowing residents to live independently with assistance available for tasks like personal grooming and medication management.

Brookdale Champions strives to empower residents to live life on their terms, providing personalized care and a vibrant social environment. The community offers a variety of amenities and programs, including fitness classes, drama club, Bible study, happy hour socials, and memory care activities like karaoke and art classes. Dining options are tailored to residents’ preferences, with menus featuring their suggestions and family recipes. Brookdale Champions aims to create a warm, engaging environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their golden years.

$3,975/Month

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Overview of The Buckingham

The Buckingham offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Houston’s Mid West neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services but no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time because different care levels are available within the same community.

The community has 130 beds, with one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom housing options. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Buckingham Senior Living Community operates the community, and Elise Green serves as administrator.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 56 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. A Walk Score of 56 makes the area somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently.

Contact The Buckingham

Overview of Capstone Healthcare Estates at Veterans Memorial

Capstone Healthcare Estates at Veterans Memorial in Houston, Texas, provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Hospice care and palliative care focus on comfort for someone with a serious or end of life illness. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. These care options may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs supervision or a family seeking short term support from a trained care setting.

The community has 120 beds. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicare covering short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid helping with a long stay when savings may not cover it, and private pay meaning the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 2 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident, while a Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

Contact Capstone Healthcare Estates at Veterans Memorial

Overview of Apex Oaks at Clear Lake Assisted Living

Apex Oaks at Clear Lake Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care in Houston, TX. Assisted living includes help with personal needs, mobility and transfers, incontinence management, medication management, and reminders, while 24-hour care and staffing provide support around the clock.

Memory care serves residents experiencing various levels of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive changes, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs support related to those conditions. Respite care provides a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time away.

The community has 44 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Montessori-based activities offer a structured program for residents, and an on-site salon and spa provide personal care services without requiring a trip outside the community.

Contact Apex Oaks at Clear Lake Assisted Living

Good Living Community Care Inc.

5715 & 5719 Dolores Street, 5719 Dolores St, Houston, TX 77057
Overview of Good Living Community Care

Creating an environment that empowers residents to pursue the things they love, Good Living Community Care Inc. is a remarkable senior living community in Harris County, Houston, TX, offering nursing care, memory care, and assisted living. The community features a home-like environment supported by a professional management team and well-experienced care team that provides 24-hour supervision and assistance. Residents are empowered to live comfortably with the help of services like personal care assistance, meal preparation, medication management, and more.

Committed to keeping residents engaged, interested, and active as much as possible, the community conducts an array of social and recreational activities, including fitness activities, professional entertainment, community trips, recreational activities, and more. Housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are provided to make residents’ daily life more convenient and simple. The community provides a nutritionist that works with residents to create a dietary plan that matches their needs and preferences.

Contact Good Living Community Care Inc.

Overview of Clearwater at the Heights

Two hundred sixty-seven beds makes Clearwater at the Heights one of the larger senior living communities in Houston, and scale shows up in the details here. It’s a high-rise at 1245 W 18th Street in the Northside neighborhood, opened in March 2022, so about four years old now, run by administrator Veronica Weathers on behalf of Cre-Hcw The Heights Trs LLC.

Walkability is genuinely strong; a Walk Score of 74 puts this in “very walkable” range, meaning shops, restaurants, and cultural spots are realistically reachable without a car. Apartments run from compact studios up to two-bedrooms, spanning 369 to nearly 1,500 square feet, so there’s real range in how residents can live day to day.

Care spans three types under one roof: assisted living, independent living, and memory care, with 21 dedicated Alzheimer’s units and formal Alzheimer’s certification behind the memory-care piece specifically. Twenty-four-hour staffing covers the whole community regardless of which care level a resident falls under.

A saltwater heated pool, fitness center, spa services, and chef-prepared dining through the Savor Culinary team anchor daily life, while wellness programs and a steady calendar of social events and outings fill in the rest; pets are welcome. Short-term stays and therapy services are both available too, for residents who need something more flexible than a permanent move.

What Clearwater at the Heights adds up to is a large, amenity-rich community built to handle a genuinely wide range of care needs, from independent living through specialized memory care, in one of Houston’s more walkable neighborhoods.

Contact Clearwater at The Heights

The Heritage Tomball

1221 Graham Dr, Tomball, TX 77375
Overview of The Heritage Tomball

The Heritage Tomball offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Tomball, TX. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 147 beds, with studios, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, and shared studios. Starting monthly prices are $3,600 for independent living, $1,495 for assisted living, and $2,900 for memory care, with each rate tied to the care level and housing arrangement selected. A resident whose care needs grow over time can remain within the combination of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care rather than moving to another community.

A rehab gym and rehabilitation services support therapy at the community, while the salon provides an on-site place for grooming services. Residents can also take part in a culinary program and a broad calendar of activities, events, classes, and therapies. The area has a Walk Score of 63, placing it in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. William Martin serves as the administrator, and 1221 Graham Drive Opco operates the community.

$1,495/Month

Contact The Heritage Tomball

Overview of The Village of River Oaks

Operated by Bmsh II River Oaks, TX Owner LLC, The Village of River Oaks is a senior living community in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood. Kristen Jordan serves as the administrator. The community is located at 1015 South Shepherd Drive, which is about 2.7 miles from downtown Houston. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, allowing residents to remain in the same community as their care needs change.

The high-rise community has 120 beds and has served residents for 8 years. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are available, giving residents several floor plan options. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 83, which is very walkable. Most nearby shops, restaurants, and services can be reached on foot, which can be convenient for both residents and visiting family.

Memory care is a dedicated part of the community. There are 33 units reserved for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia. The community also holds an Alzheimer’s Certification. Residents receive medication management, scheduled wellness programs, recreational activities, housekeeping, and transportation services to support both daily living and social engagement.

Restaurant-style dining is available daily. Concierge services help residents and families manage everyday needs. Community amenities include a swimming pool, fitness centre, dining room, resident lounges, and outdoor spaces with views of the Houston skyline. The Village of River Oaks also welcomes pets, allowing residents to move in with a companion animal.

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission oversees state inspections of the community. Reviews have mainly focused on fire alarm and smoke detection system compliance. Meanwhile, the community’s broader health and safety record has remained in good standing. Families touring The Village of River Oaks should ask how fire safety systems are inspected and maintained as part of the community’s regular operations.

Contact The Village of River Oaks

Overview of The Tradition – Woodway

The Tradition – Woodway is a 121-bed senior living community located at 6336 Woodway Drive in Houston, Texas. Managed by Tradition Management, LLC under administrator Holt Perlman, the high-rise property has provided senior services in the Tanglewood and Memorial areas for 18 years. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care with one- and two-bedroom apartment options.

A dedicated 40-unit neighborhood provides certified Alzheimer’s and memory care support. Residents receive assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, housekeeping, and scheduled transportation. The area carries a walk score of 64, making it moderately walkable with dining and retail destinations nearby. Medical care is accessible at Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center, located about six miles away.

State inspections conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission show a solid overall safety record. Reports have centered primarily on minor food safety and kitchen-handling procedures rather than direct patient care or building safety concerns, with all past findings successfully corrected.

Interested residents seeking a continuum of care option in West Houston can contact the community directly to schedule an in-person tour.

Contact The Tradition – Woodway

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 Houston at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 55/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Houston, 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Houston, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Houston, TX

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

The average monthly cost of memory care in Houston, TX is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Memory care in Houston, TX typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Memory care communities in Houston, 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 78 memory care communities in Houston, TX. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.