The Cottages at Quail Creek is a senior living community located in Amarillo, Texas, that specializes in memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This community provides a secure and supportive environment designed specifically to accommodate memory loss, with layouts and features intended to maximize resident safety and promote familiarity. The facility offers 24-hour care and support, focusing exclusively on memory care needs.

Residents at The Cottages at Quail Creek have access to a comprehensive range of care and medical support services. The primary focus is memory care, with highly trained staff providing individualized attention and support for residents with varying stages of cognitive impairment. Incontinence care is available, with assistance in toileting, as well as full support for other activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, and dressing. Ambulatory care is provided for those with mobility limitations.

Diabetes care is managed through careful monitoring, dietary oversight, and medication administration as prescribed by residents’ physicians. Medication management services are included, ensuring medications are administered on time and as directed. The community accepts residents with psychiatric issues and provides coordination with outside healthcare professionals, including podiatry and audiology services, to address additional medical needs. RX services are available for convenient prescription management.

Amenities designed to support emotional and social well-being are integral to the community, including organized clubs and group activities. Life-enrichment programming is tailored to residents’ abilities and interests, fostering engagement in ways appropriate for those with memory challenges. The campus is a secured community, providing peace of mind for families and ensuring residents’ safety. Specific accommodations, such as outdoor walking paths in secure areas, allow residents to enjoy fresh air and exercise safely. Additional amenities include a barber/beauty salon.

The Cottages at Quail Creek provides assistance with activities of daily living, offering full support for bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting as needed. Staff are available around the clock to respond to individual needs, contributing to an environment that promotes comfort and reassurance for both residents and families.

Transportation services are available at cost and may be arranged for both medical and non-medical needs, such as medical appointments or community outings. Families should consult with the administration to coordinate transportation as required, as the facility does not operate its own transportation van.

Residents and families frequently describe the staff at The Cottages at Quail Creek as compassionate and attentive, appreciating the personalized approach to memory care. The home-like setting, consistent cleanliness, and good food quality are often highlighted, along with the variety of activities tailored to memory care residents. Families note strong communication and responsiveness from staff and feel confident in the safety and well-being of their loved ones. Some feedback points out that room sizes may be small and that private bathrooms are not available in all accommodations. Physical activity options may be less extensive, reflecting the specialized memory care focus. While there are occasional mentions of staff turnover or lapses in communication, most reviewers express satisfaction with the care and support provided. As of June 2024, there have been no major recent changes to the services offered.

Costs at this community start at $4,395 and range up to $6,295. The average price in the community is $5,345, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,797. The cost of memory care 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.