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Lewisville, Texas, is a suburb in the northern part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. It’s located along the shores of Grapevine Lake, a popular place for area residents to go boating, fishing, enjoy a picnic along the shore and walk the wooded trails through the park. Lewisville is close enough to Dallas to provide easy access to all the city has to offer from world-class healthcare to international airports. Dallas is known for its culinary scene and shopping opportunities, which seniors who enjoy spending time inside may enjoy. The weather is warm year-round, although summers can be very hot. Lewisville also has a lower cost of living than other Dallas suburbs and this, plus the lack of state income tax in Texas, can help seniors on a budget better afford assisted living accommodations.
Assisted living communities provide an environment where seniors can receive personalized daily support in a safe and social setting. Trained caregivers are on-site to deliver assistance with daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Many communities offer chore services, prepared meals and wellness programming. In Lewisville, the average monthly cost at these facilities is $4,195, which is about $300 lower than the national average.
We’ve put together this guide to outline the cost of assisted living, where seniors can go for financial assistance and what local resources are available to support seniors’ needs as they age.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Texas. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Rates can vary between facilities, but seniors in Lewisville pay an average of $4,195 per month for assisted living, according to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
While assisted living costs in Lewisville are around $200 more per month than the state median of $3,998, they’re around $300 lower than the national average.
Care costs in Lewisville are $50 less expensive than in Houston and over $400 lower than in Amarillo. At $5,345, Austin has the highest assisted living costs in Texas. These rates are $1,150 higher than in Lewisville. However, there are some more affordable options. El Paso is roughly $450 less expensive than Lewisville. Costs in both the San Antonio and Corpus Christi areas are around $3,400 per month. Waco is one of the least expensive options in the state, with monthly rates of $2,800.
Note: Data for Lewisville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Dallas, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Texas.
| Contact | Description | |
| Denton County Veterans’ Center | (940) 349-2950 | Denton County veterans and their surviving dependents may be given help accessing help getting their VA benefits, finding health care and long-term care, receiving death benefits and participating in group counseling for topics such as grief, PTSD and other mental health issues. |
| North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging | (800) 272-3921 | The AAA advocates for the interests of the Dallas area elderly. This agency also facilitates programs that address these needs, such as health care screenings for diabetes and blood pressure, community events to help seniors meet new friends, educational programs about aging and selecting long-term accommodations and caseworkers that assist seniors in applying for government benefits. |
| City of Lewisville Senior Activity Center | (972) 219-5050 | Lewisville seniors have plenty of options for fun and activities at the Senior Center. Different programs include arts and crafts, chair yoga and other light fitness classes, hobby groups and book clubs and Bingo or Bridge tournaments. The community center also hosts holiday celebrations and social events to allow members to mix and mingle. |
| Denton County Transportation Authority | (940) 243-0077 | Denton County operates a fixed bus route system, and seniors are eligible for reduced fares. Handicapped transit is also provided. The DCTA also has stops near area Dallas Area Regional Transit (DART) bus stops and rail lines, allowing Denton residents to travel throughout the metroplex. Seniors are also eligible for reduced-fare DART passes. |
| Mid-Cities Care Corps | (817) 282-0531 | Local volunteers help the Dallas area seniors avoid feelings of isolation and loneliness. The Care Corps delivers meals, offers community outreach services, and has volunteer opportunities for seniors to help others. |
| Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program | (214) 243-2236 | Seniors who meet low-income eligibility guidelines may receive help with civil cases from area attorneys. These attorneys also help seniors draft legal documents like wills, living wills and power of attorney transfers, as well as handling divorce and bankruptcy cases. Some attorneys may also pursue cases of elder abuse and neglect in long-term care facilities. |
| The Senior Source | (214) 823-5700 | This community outreach program administers many programs for seniors, such as group counseling and helps to receive government benefits. The agency also coordinates social activities. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Lewisville area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
