Mayberry Gardens is a residential assisted living and memory care facility located in Garland, Texas. The community specializes in providing support for seniors who require assistance with daily activities, as well as individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Residents at Mayberry Gardens live in small, residential-style houses that are designed to promote a homelike, family-oriented atmosphere. The facility offers 24-hour staff availability and individualized care plans tailored to meet each resident's unique needs.
Mayberry Gardens provides a range of care and medical support services. The assisted living and memory care programs include diabetes care, medication management, and support for incontinence and ambulatory needs. The community operates as a secured facility with features specifically designed to accommodate residents experiencing memory loss, including those needing a memory-care-only environment. Residents can receive full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting as part of the care offered. Medical support includes regular monitoring and assistance from trained caregivers, as well as fitness programs, and specialized offerings such as yoga and chair yoga to promote physical wellbeing. Services are delivered in both English and Spanish to accommodate diverse language needs.
The facility emphasizes structured activities to foster engagement, including clubs, community events, and fitness classes. The secure community setting features outdoor walking paths and green spaces designed for safe recreation, while amenities such as an on-site barber and beauty salon provide additional comfort and convenience. The memory care areas are intentionally designed to address the specific safety and accessibility needs of residents with cognitive impairment.
For transportation, Mayberry Gardens offers a transportation service available at cost. This service can be arranged for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, such as outings or errands, providing residents with access to essential external services and community engagement opportunities.
Feedback from residents and families is mixed. Many praise the staff's attentiveness and compassionate approach, noting the clean environment, personalized care, and effective communication. The homelike layout is often appreciated, with some families highlighting the facility’s support during challenging transitions or end-of-life care. However, concerns have been raised over periods of understaffing, especially in memory care, and dissatisfaction with housekeeping and responsiveness following changes in management. Some families report inconsistent care quality between different houses, specifically citing issues with hygiene, lost personal items, and professionalism in certain units. While the more independent residents tend to report a positive experience, those with advanced memory care needs may require more diligent family oversight. The overall consensus suggests that direct involvement and regular communication with staff are important for ensuring residents receive the appropriate level of care. No significant organizational changes have been announced as of June 2024.
Costs at this community start at $1,958 and range up to $6,963. The average price in the community is $4,460, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,677. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.