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Tomball is a tiny community located in the Houston, Texas, metro area. With a population of just 12,000, 19% of whom are seniors aged 65 and older, Tomball combines the slower pace and sense of community of a small town with access to everything one of the largest cities in the country has to offer. Retirees living in Tomball can take in a Houston Astros baseball game or watch the Houston Oilers play football. The Gulf of Mexico is just 30 minutes away, offering warm, sandy beaches and an escape from the big city. The cost of living in Tomball is just a few points higher than the national average and this, plus the lack of state income tax in Texas, may make it easier for retired seniors to afford accommodations in assisted living.
Assisted living enables seniors to remain safe and independent while providing support with daily tasks when needed alongside stimulating activities that promote a social and active lifestyle. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey indicates that this type of care costs $4,245 per month on average in Tomball. This is slightly lower than the national average but somewhat higher than the state average.
Using this guide, seniors and their families can gain more insight into local care costs and find resources to assist them in making decisions about their care.
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.
The cost of assisted living for seniors in Tomball averages $4,245 per month.
At $4,245 per month, assisted living facilities in Tomball are less expensive than the national average of $4,500. However, they exceed the state average of $3,998 by just over $250.
Tomball has some of the most expensive assisted living facilities in Texas. Despite this, they’re still cheaper than in some Texas cities. Odessa assisted living communities charge on average $4,398, while Austin’s is $5,345 — over $1,000 more. Dallas and Brownsville are slightly more affordable than Tomball, with costs averaging $4,195 and $4,000 respectively. In San Antonio and Corpus Christi, seniors can find care at $3,413 and $3,388 respectively. Assisted living facilities in Waco cost an average of $2,800 per month, making them the cheapest in Texas.
Note: Data for Tomball was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Houston, 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 | |
| Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 252-2412 | Representatives in the Long Term Care Ombudsman office investigate complaints filed by residents or family members on behalf of the residents. The department also advocates for the interests of those in long-term care, including lobbying for greater regulations and investigation of elder neglect. |
Area Agency on Aging – Houston-Galveston Area Council | (281) 633-0519 | The AAA funds different programs to address the needs of Houston elderly. These include health screenings and educational programs that address the interests of area seniors, funding senior citizen centers and social programs and offering assistance for those who need help finding and applying for benefits such as health care and Social Security. |
| Fort Bend County Veterans Services | (281) 341-4550 | The local Veterans Center provides assistance for military veterans and surviving spouses. These include hosting group therapy sessions and individual mental health counseling, plus assistance obtaining benefits from the US Veterans Administration. |
| Tomball Community Center | (281) 255-6221 | The Community Center offers a variety of programs for seniors, such as Silver Sneakers and gentle yoga fitness classes, games including bridge and bingo and social events for holidays and birthdays. The Center also hosts seminars and lectures and meetings of different crafting and book clubs. |
| Houston Metro Senior Fare Cards | (713) 635-4000 | The Houston Metro is a fixed bus route and light rail line that serves the greater metro area, including Tomball. Seniors may apply for a reduced fare card, and handicapped shuttles are offered for those who meet the eligibility guidelines. |
| Volunteer Match | (415) 241-6868 | Volunteer Match is a program connecting local seniors with volunteer opportunities in the area. Some organizations include those coordinating community clean-ups, providing after-school tutoring and teaching ESL, or working in area nonprofit agencies. Seniors are matched according to their skills, interests and level of independence. |
| Houston Volunteer Lawyers | (713) 228-0735 | Local lawyers provide free legal counsel and representation in certain civil matters, such as bankruptcy and divorce, or accusations of elder neglect and abuse. Other services include assistance drafting legal documents such as wills. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Tomball 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.
