Located at the southern tip of Texas in the Rio Grande Valley, McAllen is a city with a population of 130,000. The “Valley” as it is known in Texas enjoys a semi-arid climate with an extremely long warm season. This climate allows active seniors to enjoy outdoor activities virtually year round. For seniors on a budget, this area’s low cost of living, more than 16 points below the national average, makes finding a McAllen assisted living facility much easier.
Assisted living facilities, or ALFs, give assistance to residents with the activities of daily living, coordination of health care providers and providing activities that help to keep residents active, healthy and safe. Other options for long-term care in the McAllen area are nursing homes, residential home care providers and independent living communities. The average cost of an assisted living facility for a one-bedroom is $3,250 a month. The average monthly cost of a nursing home or facility is $4,623 for a semi-private or $6,570 for a private room. An in-home health aide cost is $2,860 per month.
For active seniors living in McAllen assisted living, there are many opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities and attend cultural events. McAllen is located on the migratory bird path between North and South America and is home to the World Birding Center which features nature trails and native gardens. Many people come from around the world to view birds that are seen nowhere else. Sightings of many rare birds are a common occurrence from the Center’s viewing stations, watch towers and trails. The Quinta Mazatlan is a 1930s country estate located in the heart of McAllen. It is an adobe hacienda surrounded by a native woodland and beautiful tropical landscaping and features quiet trails and 15 acres of bird habitat. The International Museum of Art and Science, an affiliate of the Smithsonian program, features both important art works and geology, archeology and meteorology exhibits.
For shopping opportunities in McAllen, there are more than 40 shopping centers that attract many shoppers from the south Texas area. Outlet shopping is nearby also.
Locating an assisted living facility that will meet your needs can begin at SeniorLiving.Org. A list of facilities is available along with other options for long-term care. An advanced search feature allows you to enter an address or a zip code to make your search easier.
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