Low-Income Assisted Living Options in Tyler, Texas

Assisted living can feel out of reach on a fixed income. For eligible families, STAR+PLUS Medicaid can make it more affordable. Here is how.

How Medicaid helps with affordability

For eligible members, STAR+PLUS HCBS can cover the care portion of assisted living, which is often the largest cost. The resident still pays room and board, but covering care can make assisted living attainable. See does Texas Medicaid pay for assisted living.

A Medicaid-accepting option in Tyler

Reunion Inn Assisted Living, at 1515 Rice Road in Tyler, accepts eligible STAR+PLUS Medicaid Waiver residents — one of only two facilities in Smith County eligible to do so. For budget-conscious families, that local acceptance matters.

Steps for limited budgets

• Confirm Medicaid financial eligibility as early as possible
• Ask about the STAR+PLUS HCBS interest list
• Plan for the room-and-board charge and applied income
• Call Reunion Inn to discuss your situation

Frequently asked questions

Is there low-income assisted living in Tyler, TX?

For eligible families, STAR+PLUS Medicaid can cover the care portion of assisted living, making it more affordable. Reunion Inn in Tyler accepts eligible STAR+PLUS Medicaid Waiver residents. The resident still pays room and board.

What if we can't afford room and board?

Talk with Reunion Inn's admissions team and your MCO service coordinator. Applied-income rules and individual circumstances affect the amount, and they can help you understand your options.