History | Avalon Memory Care

Our Story

Avalon Memory Care was founded in 1995 by Richard Seib and Dr. Dan Griffin. Richard was involved in a ministry that reached out to the elderly population at their local church. As he was visiting nursing homes he recognized how ill equipped these facilities were to take care of patients experiencing declining dementia and Alzheimer’s. Instead of focusing on just the medical care, Richard wanted to see a more palliative and home-styled approach that focused on the community members’ overall well-being and quality of life. Soon Avalon Memory Care was established to meet these needs and to provide a new level of compassionate care. We are considered to be one of the first and best memory care homes in Texas.

Today the company has grown to over 30 locations, reaching all over the state of Texas and one location in Missouri. Currently Richard’s sons are in charge of the business and are committed to serving this community in the best way possible. Their family is dedicated to fulfilling their father’s mission of meeting the ever-growing need for individualized and compassionate care for families with a loved one challenged with memory related conditions.

A photo of founder Richard Seib's 4 sons as children, showcasing the long legacy and commitment of Avalon Memory Care.

A Tribute to our Founder

Richard Seib, founder of Avalon Memory Care, was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, as well as an established businessman and a caring philanthropist.

Avalon Memory Care was founded in 1995 by Richard Seib and Dr. Dan Griffin. Richard was involved in a ministry that reached out to the elderly population at their local church. As he was visiting nursing homes he recognized how ill equipped these facilities were to take care of patients that experiencing declining dementia and Alzheimer’s. Instead of focusing on just the medical care, Richard wanted to see a more palliative and home-styled approach that focused on the community members’ overall well-being and quality of life. Soon Avalon Memory Care was established to meet these needs and to provide a new level of compassionate care.

A family photo of Avalon Memory Care founder, Richard Seib, alongside his children and grandchildren.

A family photo of Avalon Memory Care founder, Richard Seib, alongside one of his sons.

The first Avalon residential memory care home was located in Plano, Texas in a converted home in a single family neighborhood. As Avalon grew, they started to convert more and more homes into residential memory care centers throughout the Dallas, and Houston metropolitan areas. This was very different from hospital units or wards, and has become the preferred approach to memory care homes.

Richard was most passionate about his family. He married Ruth Anne Seib in 1963 and together they raised four sons in Dallas. He also delighted in having 11 grandchildren, spending time each summer to take his entire family on vacation together. Friends will remember him as adventurous, gregarious, generous and truly larger than life. Richard was proud to have each of his sons work alongside him and continue to grow his many business ventures. Richard’s sons are in charge of the business and are committed to serving this community in the best way possible to continue his legacy. They are dedicated to fulfilling their father’s mission of meeting the ever-growing need for individualized and compassionate care for families with a loved one experiencing memory related conditions.

Testimonials

“Since my mother has lived at Avalon, I have had peace of mind for the first time since Alzheimer’s began to exact its terrible price from my mother’s life. Thank you for your part in making our lives better.”

Daughter | Ft. Worth, TX

“I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the care and love afforded to my mom over the last two weeks. Your success in finding such quality people has my gratitude and respect.”

Daughter | Dallas, TX

“We are very pleased with all of the efforts that your caring staff has made to smooth this traumatic transition.”

Son | Plano, TX

“I know my husband had the very best care in his final days. I regret that I did not know about Avalon sooner.”

Wife | Dallas, TX

“Mom spent the final 8 months of her life in Avalon Memory Care in Allen. The staff was great. There was rarely a day that my brother or I did not come by and they were always friendly to us and did their best to make mom comfortable and happy. We really appreciated them for everything they did.”

Daughter | Allen, TX

“Making the decision to place my mother in residential memory care was the hardest thing I think I have ever done. But living at Avalon has been the best thing for her at this stage of her life.”

Daughter | Allen, TX

“My grandmother has lived at Avalon Memory Care for 6 months now. I cannot speak highly enough about the warmth, dedication, and caring compassion of the staff. They always make us feel welcome and go out of their way to work with us to accommodate grandma’s needs.”

Grandson | Arlington, TX

“My grandmother spent her final days at Avalon and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to care for her. The caregivers are attentive and kind, and many of them have been with Avalon for years. If you are looking for a place to love on you and your family in a season that is inevitably difficult, Avalon is a wonderful choice.”

Granddaughter | Arlington, TX

“We are delighted with the facility of Avalon Memory Care. We just placed Grandma in an apartment with them and couldn’t be happier. It is clean and well-lit, and everyone greets us, down to the folks who clean up.”

Granddaughter | Arlington, TX