McAllen Senior AdvisorMission sits west of McAllen along Expressway 83, with Alton and Palmhurst to its north. Together they had about 115,692 residents in 2025, and Alton has been one of the fastest-growing cities in the county, up roughly a third since 2020.
Mission is also known for its citrus heritage and its winter visitors, many of whom stay in RV and mobile home parks from fall to spring. Mission Regional Medical Center on Bryan Road is the area's hospital. More licensed assisted living and more adult day centers have Mission addresses than any other city in the county.
How much licensed senior care is in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst, Texas?
Mission, Alton & Palmhurst had about 115,692 residents in the Census Bureau's July 2025 estimates, and HHSC lists 5 licensed assisted living facilities, 2 nursing homes and 27 adult day centers with local addresses.
| License type | Licenses | Licensed capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted living facilities | 5 | 124 |
| Alzheimer's certified places | — | 61 |
| Nursing homes | 2 | 290 |
| Adult day (DAHS) centers | 27 | 2588 |
| Home health agencies (office here) | 20 | — |
| Hospices (office here) | 5 | — |
| Personal assistance agencies (office here) | 56 | — |
For context, Hidalgo County as a whole has about 118,695 residents aged 65 and older (12.9% of the population) and 12,509 aged 85 and older.
Which assisted living facilities are licensed in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst?
HHSC's directory shows 5 licensed assisted living facilities in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst, from The Bungalows at Waterford Gardens at 15 residents to The Bridges at Mission at 61; 1 holds Alzheimer's certification.
| Facility or agency | License type | Licensed capacity | Alzheimer's beds | Latest HHSC inspection | Penalty records |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridges at Mission 1201 St Claire Blvd, 78572 | Type B | 61 | 61 | 01/09/2026 | 0 |
| Crossroads Assisted Living 9500 Hwy 107, 78573 | Type B | 16 | 0 | 10/29/2025 | 0 |
| Mission Guest House 1522 E Griffin Pkwy, 78572 | Type B | 16 | 0 | 06/12/2026 | 0 |
| Senior Gardens 1522 E Griffin Pkwy, 78572 | Type B | 16 | 0 | 03/18/2026 | 0 |
| The Bungalows at Waterford Gardens 1522 E Griffin Parkway, 78572 | Type B | 15 | 0 | 03/17/2026 | 0 |
How do Mission, Alton & Palmhurst nursing homes score on CMS Care Compare?
2 licensed nursing homes with 290 beds are in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst; 2 of the 2 rated by CMS hold four or five stars overall.
| Facility or agency | CMS overall rating | Licensed capacity | Latest CMS health inspection | Health deficiencies (latest cycle) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1013 S. Bryan Rd., 78572 | 4 of 5 | 170 | April 2, 2026 | 8 |
| Mission Valley Nursing and Transitional Care 1200 S Bryan Rd, 78572 | 4 of 5 | 120 | February 11, 2026 | 15 |
Where can a parent attend adult day care in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst?
HHSC licenses 27 adult day (DAHS) centers in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst, with licensed capacity from 40 to 202 participants.
| Facility or agency | Licensed capacity | City | First licensed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amigos Por Siempre Adult Day Care 305 E Elida St, 78573 | 68 | Palmhurst | 2011 | (956) 585-1234 |
| Angel Mio Adult Day Care 1619 N La Homa Rd, 78573 | 75 | Mission | 2010 | (956) 585-7500 |
| Angeles Adult Day Care 4100 W 3 Mile Road Ste 12, 78574 | 80 | Mission | — | (956) 583-2233 |
| Casa Azul Adult Day Care 2109 W. Mile 3 Rd. Unit 11-13, 78573 | 50 | Mission | 2023 | (956) 900-8655 |
| Casa De Amigos Adult Day Services 118 N Stewart Blvd, 78573 | 120 | Alton | — | (956) 519-2263 |
| Centro De Buena Vida Adult Day Care 2517 E Griffin Pkwy, 78572 | 60 | Mission | 2005 | (956) 585-6388 |
| Cielito Lindo Adult Day Care #2 8012 W Expy 83, 78572 | 126 | Mission | — | (956) 583-4676 |
| Corazon Con Corazon Adult Day Care 1300 S Bryan Rd Ste 103, 78572 | 60 | Mission | 2009 | (956) 584-7001 |
| El Rancho Adult Day Care 1905 W 3 Mile Rd Suite 1600 & 1700, 78573 | 45 | Mission | 2014 | (956) 519-4809 |
| El Rancho Adult Day Care 2 5504 W 3 Mile Rd, 78573 | 72 | Mission | 2025 | (956) 519-4809 |
| El Sendero Adult Day Care 7302 W Mile 7 Rd, 78574 | 90 | Mission | 2008 | (956) 519-7678 |
| Emmanuel Adult Day Care 1312 Oblate Ave, 78572 | 117 | Mission | 2007 | (956) 598-8490 |
| Epoca De Oro Adult Day Care 923 W Business 83, Suite 100, 78572 | 138 | Mission | 2021 | (956) 519-5251 |
| Expert Adult Day Care Center 2110 E. Griffin Parkway, 78572 | 95 | Mission | 2003 | (956) 584-7100 |
| Home Away From Home Adult Day Care 1005 W. Bus. Hwy 83, 78572 | 136 | Mission | — | (956) 205-2186 |
| Libertad Adult Day Care 7218 W Ih 2, 78572 | 75 | Mission | 2011 | (956) 581-0687 |
| Los Primitos Adult Day Care 2605 W Mile 5 Rd, 78574 | 40 | Mission | 2018 | (956) 638-3813 |
| Mi Casa Adult Day Care 2017 E Griffin Pkwy, 78574 | 120 | Mission | 2016 | (956) 584-8484 |
| Mi Hermoso Valle Adult Day Care 3103 E Main, 78573 | 59 | Alton | 2011 | (956) 585-0527 |
| Mi Tierra Adult Day Care 2406 Brock St Ste 7, 78572 | 80 | Mission | 2010 | (956) 271-4548 |
| Mis Verdaderos Amigos Adult Day Care 123 W Mile 3 Rd, Ste 106, 78573 | 81 | Palmhurst | 2019 | (956) 432-5501 |
| Paloma Blanca Adult Day Care 1020 N Conway Ave, 78572 | 200 | Mission | 2005 | (956) 583-3330 |
| Palomita Blanca Adult Day Care 1352 E 1st Street, Suite H, 78572 | 125 | Mission | 2008 | (956) 580-3322 |
| Parkview Adult Health Care and Activity Center 1002 Ragland St, 78572 | 90 | Mission | — | (956) 525-7068 |
| Pueblo Alegre Adult Day Care 2014 E Bus Hwy 83 Ste a, 78572 | 109 | Mission | 2004 | (956) 668-8883 |
| Rosie's Adult Day Care 8214 W Expwy 83, 78572 | 75 | Mission | 2010 | (956) 584-3200 |
| Valle Feliz Adult Day Care 102 S. Bryan Rd., 78572 | 202 | Mission | — | (956) 519-9713 |
Most centers pick participants up in their own vans. Ask about the route and how long your parent would ride.
Which home health, hospice and attendant agencies have offices in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst?
20 licensed home health agencies, 5 licensed hospices and 56 personal assistance agencies list an office in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst; an agency's office location does not limit where it sends staff.
- Alegre Home Health Care (certified home health, personal assistance, license #011712, licensed since 2007)
- Allegiance Health Care (certified home health, personal assistance, license #016284, licensed since 2014)
- Angelicare Home Services (licensed home health, personal assistance, license #023375, licensed since 2024)
- Caremed Home Health (licensed home health, personal assistance, license #024452, licensed since 2025)
- Evercare Healthcare (certified home health, license #021238, licensed since 2021)
- Hearts on Fire Health Care (licensed home health, personal assistance, license #021498, licensed since 2022)
- Heavenly Health Care (certified home health, hospice, license #010551, licensed since 2006)
- High Point Home Health (certified home health, personal assistance, license #010831, licensed since 2006)
- Hosanna Health Care (certified home health, personal assistance, license #016861, licensed since 2015)
- Innovative Home Care Solutions (licensed home health, personal assistance, license #021225, licensed since 2021)
- Optimal Home Health Care (licensed home health, license #024166, licensed since 2025)
- Saint Michael's Primary Health Care (licensed home health, personal assistance, license #018820, licensed since 2018)
Plus 13 more home health and hospice offices on the full roster.
The 56 personal assistance agencies are on the personal care roster.
How far is Mission, Alton & Palmhurst from a hospital?
From the middle of Mission, Alton & Palmhurst, the nearest acute-care hospitals in CMS's hospital data are Mission Regional Medical Center, about 1.8 miles away, and Rio Grande Regional Hospital, about 7.1 miles.
South Texas Health System is about 10.5 miles away. These are straight-line distances, good for comparison but shorter than real drives.
Who provides free help for older adults in Mission, Alton & Palmhurst?
The Area Agency on Aging of the Lower Rio Grande Valley, at 301 W. Railroad Street, Building D, Weslaco, TX 78596 ((956) 682-3481), serves Mission, Alton & Palmhurst with information, case management, caregiver support, benefits counseling and contracted meals, homemaker help and respite for people 60 and older.
Its Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living at the same number, and HICAP (1-800-252-9240) gives free Medicare counseling.
