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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.
Best Personal Care provides a warm and inviting environment in a luxurious, residential home in southwest Houston within walking distance of a beautiful park, neighborhood churches and a buddhist temple. At Best Personal Care, our mission is to enrich the lives of our residents and their...
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My father moved from Austin to Treemont Health Care Center a little over a year ago in order to be closer to family after living alone and experiencing health issues. My sisters and I knew it would be a...
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.
Treemont Assisted Living provides extra help you may need with your daily activities, while you maintain the privacy, dignity, and independence that means so much to you. We are unique in having an all-inclusive rate. We have one care plan for a fixed monthly rate. There will be no end of month...
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For the most part, my loved one likes it here! She is adjusting very well, and the staff do what they can to appease her, such as providing special meals for her when she does not particularly care for the...
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 56-bed community creates the ideal environment for residents to thrive even with a diagnosis that calls for detailed oversite.This is...
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It was a little bit of a rocky start in the beginning but the friendliness of the staff members have been very good. We assume the meals are great because our loved one has gained a decent amount of weight....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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[name removed], the Wellness Director/nurse of the facility was especially helpful and kind in ensuring my mother had the best care. The Caregivers were nice, also. They also allowed my mother to stay there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
At Countryside Senior Living of Spring our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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We have been here since Feb 2025. Instant connection with our new families. Our 2 BR, 2 bath cottage is more than roomy. The Floorplan is superb. One of the best parts being when you go out, you're not...
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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
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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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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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.
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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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Ever since finding Veranda House, we have been at ease with leaving our mom here. My family is all so pleased with the amount of activities offered to her. They even take them on field trips! They are so...
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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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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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.
Meet Solea Cinco Ranch, our 55+ active lifestyle is a fresh take on freedom, centered around community, connection & convenience. Enjoy fitness classes, social events, and more – plus with neighbors who are in the same stage of life and ready to enjoy it with you.
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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Austin County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Texas is $3,090 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Texas vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeTexasU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,090/mo$3,520/mo12.2% below national median
Assisted Living$4,569/mo$5,830/mo21.6% below national median
Memory Care$6,223/mo$6,999/mo11.1% below national median
Independent Living
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:12.2% below national median
Assisted Living
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:21.6% below national median
Memory Care
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:11.1% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Austin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Austin County

Optimum Personal Care - Sugar Land

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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.

Brookdale Constellation Solutions Center in Houston, TX

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My mother has adjusted pretty well to this community. They are taking good care of her and her needs. The community for the most part is well maintained. They have a great staff here, they have been great to work with. There are many activities offered for the residents. The meals are nice, they ...
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The Village of Tanglewood in Houston, TX

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The facility is very pleasant and dad loves it! I think the most outstanding thing is the delicious food and lovely dining room. The staff are very friendly. Dad's apartment is quite large and comfortable. He has a single with an office. They have an exercise room that Dad enjoys. Washer dryer ...
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Austin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Austin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Austin County, 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 Austin County 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 Austin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Austin County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Austin County 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 Austin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Austin County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.3%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
54.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Austin County 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 Austin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Austin County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.2%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.9%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
50.6%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.7%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.2%
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Argent Court Brenham, Mera Vintage Park and Paradise Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Austin County, Texas. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Austin County, Texas are Oak Park Retirement Resort, The Abbey at Westminster Plaza and Atria Westchase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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