Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Houston, TX

Houston checks a lot of boxes when it comes to assisted living needs and desires. Residents enjoy sunny weather and plenty of amenities.

The area is home to one of the nation’s most concentrated networks of medical and research institutions. And contrary to what you might expect for a city of its size, but the cost of assisted living in Houston is actually slightly lower than the national average. 

As the fourth-most populated city in the U.S., residents have their choice among dozens and dozens of assisted living homes. Our goal in this Houston assisted living review is to extract the top 10 based on metrics like location, cost, amenities, dining, safety and access to care.

While there are many quality assisted living facilities from which to choose, we did our best to highlight some of the best below in our list of the top 10 assisted living communities in Houston (in no particular order).

1. Copperfield Estates

Copperfield Estates is a place that’s big on amenities and activities that promote a more active lifestyle among its residents.

A community center, gym, activity room and game room set the scene for a robust social calendar. Three chef-prepared meals are delivered daily and a private dining room is available for residents and their guests.

Pets are welcome at this facility and benefit from a large network of walking paths. Studio, one- and two-bedroom living quarters are available.

Copperfield Estates does not supply its own personal caregivers. Instead, those in need of assisted living hire their own caregivers. This model allows more freedom of choice to residents in finding a caregiver that is perfect for their individual needs.

Additional highlights:

• Library
• Barber shop and beauty salon
• Theater and large TV lounge

2. The Village of River Oaks

Spacious layouts and large storage areas welcome residents to this River Oaks neighborhood offering independent and assisted living along with memory care.

A front-desk concierge helps everyone navigate the many on-site programs and activities as well as off-site transportation to theater, symphony and opera performances.

Group fitness classes include aerobics, water aquatics and Tai Chi. Restaurant-style dining includes frequently-changing menus made with fresh and healthy ingredients.

Living arrangements include studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Additional highlights:

• Book clubs
• Regular happy hours
• Bible study and nondenominational services

3. Bedford Residence Assisted Living

Bedford Residence is located in a quiet neighborhood about 20 minutes from downtown Houston.

A flat and all-inclusive rate accommodates all levels of care including respite care and short-term stays.

A wellness program consists of exercice and nature walks, games, arts and crafts, social events and church visits. A large outdoor seating area overlooks a greenery and serves as a popular gathering spot.

Meal plans are customized to each individual and residents receive monthly visits from a podiatrist and other doctors and nurse practitioners.

Additional highlights:

• Gardening club
• Monthly haircuts
• Locked and secured facility with electronic monitoring of residents

4. Rosemont Personal Care Home

Rosemont is a new facility that has quickly raised the bar for assisted living in Houston.

Their mission is to “enrich the aging experience by providing opportunities for active, engaged and purposeful living” and places an emphasis on independence, friendship, healthy lifestyle and medical care.

This micro-community provides an intimate and close-knit family atmosphere for residents and guests counter to the more template-like experience of larger communities.

Additional highlights:

• Three home-cooked meals every day
• Regularly-scheduled outings to area attractions 
• Rotating calendar of activities

5. The Abbey at Westminster Plaza

This lavish eight-acre campus is complete with sunrooms, walking paths and lounges for residents to enjoy.

The family-operated facility has been providing senior living services for more than 60 years. Six different apartment types feature tall ceilings and an abundance of natural light.

Residents choose from a variety of social, cultural and educational events and activities in addition to things like ice cream socials, sing-a-longs and bingo. Amenities include a home theater, library and arts and crafts room.

A family-style dining room serves up three meals daily and a Sunday brunch.

Additional highlights:

• Game room
• Hair salon
• Indoor pool

6. St. Dominic Village

Physical and spiritual wellness are the themes at this Catholic facility offering independent living, assisted living and nursing care. St. Dominic Village has been the home to nearly 30,000 residents since 1975.

Daily mass is provided either in person or on television. 27 acres of green spaces and walking trails promote plenty of outdoor time and the list of activities includes movies, trivia, karaoke, pizza and beer socials and more.

The dietary needs of residents are accommodated with three daily meals and nutrition counseling.

Additional highlights:

• 24-hour front desk assistance
• On-site rehabilitation center
• Gated community

7. Holly Hall Retirement Community

This Christian-based facility provides personalized care tailored to the needs of the residents and their families.

Independent living, skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation all supplement the assisted living services offered.

The 20-acre gardens is full of walking paths and outdoor rooms while the inside of the home features a library complete with in-house librarians along with a craft room and game room.

Residents are kept busy thanks to a daily schedule of activities and exercise programs. A chapel with on-staff chaplain is home to Sunday services along with everyday support.

Restaurant-style dining features made-from-scratch dishes with takeout available.

Additional highlights:

• Pet friendly
• Gated entrance with 24-hour security 
• Beauty salon

8. Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home houses just 16 residents, so familiarity and focused attention take center stage at this facility located just two minutes from West Houston Medical Center.

Alzheimer’s and dementia care is the house specialty and staff trained and certified in such care are on duty 24/7 while a number of programs and activities cater to those with such needs.

Three nutritious meals are served daily in a family-style dining room with snacks available throughout the day. Physical, occupational and speech therapy are all provided.

Additional highlights:

• High staff-to-resident ratio
• Daily housekeeping and bed making
• Podiatrist home visits

9. Treemont Health Care Center

Treemont Health Care Center has won numerous awards over the years for its assisted living services.

In addition to assistance with daily living, Treemont provides various types of therapies, wound care, orthopedic care and more with a staff of doctors, nurses, physical therapists, social workers and dieticians.

Community amenities include a library, auditorium, activity room and more.

Nine floor plans are available that range from a 300 square-foot studio to a 925 square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment.

Additional highlights:

• Numerous social activities 
• Off-site transportation
• Music and memory therapy

10. The Village of Meyerland

Independent living, assisted living and memory care are all provided at this facility located near the Texas Medical Center.

Spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments have high ceilings and luxury finishes. Restaurant-style meals in the formal dining room are supplemented with snacks and coffee from the bistro. There are also outdoor grilling stations for residents to use.

Group fitness classes, book clubs, movies, games and a resident choir are just a few ways to stay busy while a concierge accommodates off-site amenities, field trips and needs for this Meyerland-located facility.

Additional highlights:

• Covered parking garage
• Full-service salon and barber shop
• Pet friendly