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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Canton, TX
The cost of independent living in Canton is about $3,575 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 96 options. Read 1420 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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What our family likes the most about the Holiday Rosewood Estates community is just how clean it is overall and it is a very good value. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this...
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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.
As Tyler’s premiere Independent Living community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Located in Tyler, Asher Point Independent Living allows its residents to thrive in their retirement years in a convenient, quiet location...
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Lakeland House was, at the time we used it, a bit dated, but clean. The staff was excellent. [Name removed] spent a lot of time with my mom and I couldn't ask for someone more caring and empathetic. The rest...
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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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The service is good and everyone is friendly. The food smells good, and my loved one is eating well. They offer a lot of activiites, but my loved one does not participate yet. They do a wonderful job. They...
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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We were impressed with Avila Care the second we walked in the door. Had a very homelike feel. Fresh cooked meals, attentive staff, very clean - just overall very friendly. My mom stayed there for 10 days for...
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.
GoodLife Senior Living and Memory Care, the answer is quite simple. We’ve built a company whose focus is on compassionate care for those who are ready to acquire all the rewards of being a senior citizen; relaxation and reflection. Our mission is to compassionately provide safe activities of...
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I have been extremely disappointed with the medical alert system. The signal does not connect in the bathroom area, and is sporadic in the other areas. The response time is less than ideal. The food...
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.
Bordered by thickly wooded forest on the peaceful outskirts of town, The Hamptons of Tyler Senior Living in Tyler, Texas, is an independent living, assisted living and memory care community with thoughtful amenities and a range of care options to help your loved one stay healthy and comfortable....
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What a wonderful place!! My mom and step dad live there and they get excellent care. [name removed] (director) is fabulous. Facility is clean, people are courteous, food is great, care is wonderful. I do...
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.
Autumn Wind is an assisted living community that is available to seniors who are looking to make Winnsboro, TX their home. Winnsboro has much to offer in terms of history, and those who choose to live there or visit will find that history to be something that really connects them to the place....
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We love this community. The staff are caring and always caring and friendly. The menu is outstanding and healthy. They do offer activities for the residents who are able to participate. We have been happy...
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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.
Cedarview Place is located one mile east of beautiful Cedar Creek Lake in Gun Barrel City, TX. Our caring staff sets us apart from other communities, we get to know our residents, their likes and dislikes and what is most important to them. All resident rooms have either a view of the wooded...
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The staff really work hard at making Mom welcome and feel at home. This is a great fit for our family. I wish there were more activities to keep the residents occupied. The food is great, they really work...
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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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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MY DAD MOVED INTO AUTUMN WIND AND LOVED IT. THA STAFF SPOILED HIM ROTTEN. EXCELLENT PLACE. WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMMEND!! GREAT FOOD.
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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5 stars for all categories. When we were looking, the thing that stuck out the most about Wesley House of Lindale was the rooms, they are great! The porches that they have are wonderful. The staff have...
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.
Wesley House Assisted Living was built in 2011 and was purchased by Wesley Partners, in 20212. Wesley Partners is a family-owned company that has been in the healthcare business for 42 years and is proud to provide alternative living options to people who are unable to, or no longer want to live...
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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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Overall, Three Forks is a nice facility. My mother has done well there. For the price it is a very nice, quiet facility and the staff take pretty good care of the residents. It's an older building so the...
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.
Pegasus Landing of Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar faces,...
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It is the best community is Tyler. The caregivers are very friendly and they treat my parents like family. The food is good and they offer a variety. We chose this community I liked the looks of it and...
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.
Prestige Estates exemplifies the essence of luxury assisted living in in the details of our community. The small touches of updated decor, gorgeous ground with beautiful landscaping, spectacular meals prepared with fresh ingredients every day. Being locally owned and operated, we are in-tune to...
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We chose Harrison House because it was the first one I looked at. I needed to get him into someplace quickly and they had availability. The room sizes at the facility are plenty of space for what he needs....
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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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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.
Orion Rockwall Active Adult Living Community located in Rockwall, TX just minutes away from The Harbor and other local shopping and eating places. Our staff members’ have over 7 years’ experience with seniors and over 20+ years’ experience in the Apartment Industry. Orion Rockwall features many...
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[name removed] in the office is super nice and helpful. What we like the most about the Alder Rockwall community is all the different and great activities and special meals they have planned and prepared...
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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They really do not have a dining service at all but there are plenty of different activities to do which is nice. Being from the east coast I do feel that the value for the money is good. I do think the new...
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.
When you make The Luxe at Rowlett your new home, you step into a lifestyle of convenience, relaxation, and effortless style. Whether it’s our beautifully landscaped property, spacious sunlit interiors, or our incredible selection of amenities, you’ll find something you love around every corner of...
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My parents love it there. They like the structure. Sometimes they want a little more variety in the food, but they like the fact that they don't have to cook. They like that housekeeping coms in to clean...
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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The Oaks at Liberty Grove is a very clean facility. Dad thought meals were average, but we were satisfied compared to other senior centers. There are lots of activities but dad was primarily there for...
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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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My mom lives here at Montclair Estates and its amazing how well the staff takes care if someone here. She was locked out of her apartment and they made sure she got inside and was all taken care of before...
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.
Montclair Estates independent retirement living offers you the privacy and independence of your own apartment coupled with the conveniences of living in a community that caters to each person's individual needs.The apartments at Montclair Estates feature large windows and quality interior design....
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Attention to detail making sure everything is done such as making sure my dad is changed, could do a better job. very nice looking place, overall! It was clean, the staff were friendly, and they seemed to...
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.
Heritage Oaks Retirement VillageEnjoy the peaceful surroundings of Heritage Oaks Retirement Village, an assisted living community located in Corsicana, Texas. Our charming facility offers attractive residential living options for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, yet desire...
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The staff absolutely go above and beyond. The director drove to a different city to find my dad so he could follow her back to the facility.
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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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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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My mom loves it there. They are nice updated apartments with a quiet atmosphere. We also like that it feels safe here at the Preserve at Gateway.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Canton, TX
The average cost of senior living in Canton is $3,575 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Tawakoni, TX with an average of $3,291 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Canton, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Canton
Recent reviews for independent living in Canton
Pegasus Landing of Forney
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Three Forks Senior Living of Forney. This facility was an amazing place. Unfortunately, my loved one really never knew where she was due to going on hospice four days after moving into this facility. The staff was great as was the facility and the people ...
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Brookdale Ennis
5.0
The staff members at Brookdale Ennis community are awesome! the staff has been so kind and loving to my dad. And he is not the most lovable person around at this time in his life! Have bent over backwards to help him and me.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community environment. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and inclusive atmosphere at the community. At The Waterford at Mesquite, residents and their families express appreciation for the kindness and politeness of everyone they encounter. Additionally, several residents have formed new friendships and found ...
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Affordable and inclusive housing options. Some residents at Atria Willow Park and Brookdale Club Hill have mentioned the affordability of the housing and the variety of unit sizes. This makes the community an attractive option for seniors with different budgets and living needs.
Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents at The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Garden Estates of Tyler praise the food and dining services. They appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions and the convenience of having meals provided.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Liberty Heights offer a range of activities to keep residents active and engaged. These include both on-site activities and outings to local attractions.
Responsive and caring staff. Reviews for The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Brookdale Club Hill highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff. Residents and their families appreciate the staff's willingness to accommodate their needs and provide assistance when required.
Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Community residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds, as noted in reviews for The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Liberty Heights.
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Canton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canton, 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 Canton 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 Canton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
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Availability of select dining options in Canton 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 Canton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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42.7%
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canton 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 Canton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
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46.2%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Willow Park, The Waterford at Mesquite and Garden Estates of Tyler are the top-rated independent living facilities near Canton, Texas. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Canton, Texas are Atria Willow Park and The Waterford at Mesquite. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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