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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Alief, TX
The cost of independent living in Alief is about $4,183 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 78 options. Read 2175 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Eagles Trace is the best independent living in Houston. They have two doctors on staff and a medical clinic. It's very clean and the staff is really friendly. The chef quit last Friday. I am pretty happy...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mom has lived at UP since 2020, and we love it! The staff are all wonderful and there is a very low turnover. You always see the same smiling faces when coming and going. My mom has PAS services and her...
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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At Clarewood House there was an issue with the refrigerator. It was warm and his food went bad. I e-mailed them a couple of times and the week after he moved in the refrigerator still wasn't cold. I went to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clarewood HouseClarewood House is an assisted living community located in Houston, TX. Houston is located in Houston County and is home to just over 2.239 million people. Houston is a bustling city with a lot of businesses, stores, sports and shopping where residents will love getting out and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Since 1995 Optimum Personal Care has been a reliable assisted living community for families needing mid to high-level care for their loved ones. Our purpose-built 40-bed community creates the ideal environment for residents to thrive even with a diagnosis that calls for detailed oversite.This is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Located in Southwest Houston, Seven Acres is a non-profit Medicaid certified geriatric campus. Ammenities include: a variety of room accommodations, on-site medical suite with physicians officed on the campus, on-site phycial, speech, and occupational therapies, dental and opthalmology as...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Medallion Assisted Living Community gives you an intimate boutique experience located near family and friends in the Meyerland area. We have a committed staff with a team approach to providing quality care to your loved one where we honor and nurture together. At the Medallion, you will have...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 1972, The Hallmark has been the ideal community in Houston for energetic seniors who want to remain active and socially engaged in their retirement.Experience a place that you can call home, nestled in the exciting Uptown Park area. Connect with new friends, while enjoying the pastimes you...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Alief, TX
The average cost of senior living in Alief is $4,183 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Valley Village, TX with an average of $4,075 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alief, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alief, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alief vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alief, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Alief
Recent reviews for independent living in Alief
The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX
4.7
We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet.
We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.
Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX
5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.
Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land
5.0
5 on all of the above categories, it has been an excellent experience at Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land.
The facility is very clean and the staff is very Godly, which meant a lot to our family.
I absolutely recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff members at various communities, including Brookdale Memorial City where they are described as 'friendly and eager to help'. At Lone Star Living, the staff 'bent over backwards to help' residents and their families.
Expansive and well-maintained grounds. Several reviews highlight the beauty of the community grounds, such as the 'pretty' and 'spacious' trees and gardens at Emerson Pines. Residents of Brookdale First Colony enjoy the convenience of being able to take walks around the 'nice facility'.
Great food and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food is a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. At Lone Star Living, the food is 'delicious' and has a 'nice variety'. The staff at Lone Star Living make sure that residents 'get to eat' despite meal shortages.
Accessible and convenient locations. Some residents choose their community based on its convenient location, such as the ease of access to shopping and amenities at Brookdale Memorial City. At Emerson Pines, the proximity to Emerson Pine was a deciding factor for one reviewer.
Affordable prices and value for money. Mentioned in several reviews, the affordability of the communities is a significant factor in residents' decisions to move in. At Lone Star Living, the price is described as 'affordable' and the community offers 'great value for the money'.
Variety of activities suited to different interests. Activities were another key factor in residents' satisfaction with their community. At Tarrytowne Estates, the wide range of offerings includes 'fun activities' and excursions, while Watercrest at Katy offers a 'little bit for everyone'.
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Alief independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alief independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alief, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alief independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alief partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alief, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.4%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alief independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alief communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alief, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
63.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alief independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Alief offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alief, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
67.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
64.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
54.4%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Watercrest at Katy and Paradise Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alief, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 78 independent living facilities near Alief, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alief, Texas are Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Watercrest at Katy and Atria Westchase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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