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The cost of independent living in Buchanan Dam is about $4,217 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 90 options. Read 2146 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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Photo of Merritt Hill Country
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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.
Our brand new, attractive, modern, and visually striking community is an eye-catching addition to the Dripping Springs community, and our grand building offers the ultimate in residential options and amenities. Take pleasure in peaceful country living where sunsets are a daily treat in this...
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
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.
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: 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.
Querencia at Barton Creek is a resort-style life care retirement community in Austin for ages 62 and over. We are located on 38 acres and our Independent Living section includes 10 villas and 157 apartment homes (one, two, or three bedroom), with a choice of 19 different floor plans ranging from...
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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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Cost of independent living in Buchanan Dam, TX

The average cost of senior living in Buchanan Dam is $4,217 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Saba, TX with an average of $3,326 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buchanan Dam, TX vs. nearby cities

Buchanan Dam, TX
$4,225/mo
$4,011/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buchanan Dam, TX vs. the state and national average

Buchanan Dam, TX
$4,225/mo
$4,070/mo
U.S. national average
$4,048/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buchanan Dam vs. other types of senior living

$5,267/mo
Independent Living
$4,225/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buchanan Dam, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,750/mo
Studio
$4,983/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,943/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,771/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,099/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Buchanan Dam

Recent reviews for independent living in Buchanan Dam

Arbor House of Marble Falls

4.8
It's great - my family member loves it there. They've been very nice and treat her respectfully. She likes the people that she's met. We love the apartment - it's perfect for her. Really the only issue is her water pressure, which she's having a hard time getting them to fix.

Brookdale Lohmans Crossing in Austin, TX

4.4
They run a clean facility. The staff were all extremely friendly. The care services were on point. They had a lot of activities. For what my loved one was paying, it was plenty of activities and people to interact. Overall, they are doing a good job.

Lake Travis Independent Living in Lakeway, TX

4.3
We have found the staff to be very helpful and willing to consider new ideas. We are happy with the choice that we made at Lakeway Travis Independent Living. They have been working very hard to make things better with the food, and have had some success. The service in the dining room is much ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Improved dining experience. Some reviewers mention that the dining experience has seen improvements at their communities, with better food quality and more accurate orders. For instance, at Verena at Leander, residents have appreciated the fresh salmon and mushroom risotto, while at Atria at the Arboretum, residents ca ...
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Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at their communities. Residents at Verena at Leander even stopped what they were doing to greet visitors during a tour. At Asher Point Senior Living of Austin, the compassionate and caring director made a difference for on ...
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Active social environment. Communities offer various activities to keep residents engaged and active. At The Oaks, residents enjoy yoga, cards, and chair aerobics, while others make friends and socialize each day at Verena at Leander. At Asher Point Senior Living of Austin, a hidden gem of a community, residents app ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Some residents have shared their positive experiences with personalized care and accommodations. For example, at Verena at Leander, a mother and daughter were pleased to find that their loved one was completely transformed after just one week, socializing and making friends. At Asher Point Se ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority in communities. Residents at Asher Point Independent Living of Round Rock appreciate the cleanliness and quiet, peaceful atmosphere, while at Asher Point Senior Living of Austin, the Renaissance community has beautiful landscaping and we ...
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Supportive and responsive staff. Some families have praised the staff for being supportive and responsive to their concerns. For instance, at Verena at Leander, Chef [name removed] took the time to make sure visitors enjoyed their meals during a tour. At Asher Point Senior Living of Austin, the director and assistant direct ...
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Buchanan Dam independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buchanan Dam independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buchanan Dam, 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 Buchanan Dam 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 Buchanan Dam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buchanan Dam, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.4%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Buchanan Dam 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 Buchanan Dam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buchanan Dam, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
59.5%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.8%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buchanan Dam 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 Buchanan Dam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buchanan Dam, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.6%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.9%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
73.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Isle at Cedar Ridge, University Village and Truewood by Merrill, Georgetown are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buchanan Dam, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 90 independent living facilities near Buchanan Dam, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Buchanan Dam, Texas are The Isle at Cedar Ridge, Brookdale Lakeway and Brookdale Georgetown. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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