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What a Texas memory care certification actually is
A memory-care description and an Alzheimer's certification are different things. Check the state record and the facility's disclosure statement to understand what is certified and what services are offered.
Certification and disclosure
Texas issues Alzheimer's certification separately from the assisted living license. Under 26 TAC 553.27, a facility or unit advertising specialized care for people with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders must be certified. The rule requires a Type B facility for certification; a Type B license alone does not establish that certification.
Texas law also requires facilities advertising memory-care services to give each resident written notice stating whether they hold the relevant classification. A memory-care advertisement alone is therefore not proof of Alzheimer's certification. Texas law permits facilities without that classification to care for residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders, subject to applicable requirements.
What our dated records show
61 of the 163 state-licensed assisted living facilities published on this site have Alzheimer's certification recorded in our August 2026 HHSC dataset. This is our published coverage, not a current market-wide count of providers advertising memory care. These counts use the roster’s certified-capacity field; some entries do not include a certificate number. Verify current status before relying on an entry.
The roster records certified capacity for 61 of these facilities, totalling 1824 beds. Certified capacity is a limit, not a count of empty beds. Ask the facility about current availability and whether the certification covers the whole facility or a unit.
Browse the facilities with Alzheimer’s certification recorded in our published dataset.
This is general information, not medical advice. It describes what Texas and Medicare require, not what any particular person needs. Talk to your parent's physician about their specific situation.
What the certification does not tell you
Certification records compliance with certification requirements. It is not a quality rating or a guarantee of the care provided today. Inspection findings, complaint investigations and enforcement records can provide additional information about compliance; consider their dates, findings and any recorded corrections.
A certificate does not establish today's staffing, staff experience or how residents are supported in daily life. Ask about staff training, overnight support, how wandering is handled and how the facility assesses whether it can meet a resident's needs.
How to check before a tour
- Find the current facility record in the HHSC Long-term Care Provider Search. Match the name, address and license number to avoid confusing similarly named facilities.
- Ask to see the posted Alzheimer's certificate and the memory-care disclosure statement. Check whether the certificate covers the whole facility or a unit, and its stated capacity.
- Compare the current record with the services being described. Ask the facility to explain any discrepancy and contact HHSC if the status remains unclear. Our dated roster does not establish current certification or availability.
Common questions
Does Texas certify memory care separately from assisted living?
Texas issues Alzheimer's certification separately from the assisted living license. Under 26 TAC 553.27, certification is for a Type B facility or unit. A Type B license alone does not establish Alzheimer's certification. Facilities advertising memory-care services must disclose whether they hold the relevant certification.
How can I check whether a facility is certified for memory care?
Our facility pages report the Texas HHSC roster of August 2026. Check the current HHSC provider record and ask to see the posted Alzheimer's certificate and memory-care disclosure statement. Match the facility name, address and license number, and check which unit and capacity the certificate covers.
How many certified facilities are included on this site?
Of the 163 state-licensed assisted living facilities published on this site, 61 have Alzheimer's certification recorded in our August 2026 HHSC dataset. This is a count within our published coverage, not a current total of all Houston-area providers advertising memory care.
Does a certification mean the memory care is good?
Certification records compliance with certification requirements; it is not a quality rating or a guarantee of current care. Review inspection findings, complaint investigations and enforcement records as well as asking about staffing, training and daily care during a tour.
Sources
Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 247, especially sections 247.029 and 247.0295; 26 TAC 553.27 (Cornell Legal Information Institute reproduction); HHSC Form 3650: Memory Care Disclosure Statement.
Alzheimer's certification and the assisted living license answer different questions. Read what Type A and Type B licenses permit.