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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clay, TX

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The cost of independent living in Clay is about $4,242 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 50 options. Read 954 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 Argent Court Brenham
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Argent Court is very nice Senior Living. My Mom has been there 9 months. She is doing alot better now than at home. The client makes his or her room the way they want it, their home. Meal are good. 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.
Argent Court, an assisted living community, is a new retirement alternative for seniors combining independent living with personal care in a warm, dignified community setting.Our residents appreciate the pleasant, home-like environment where personal services are provided in the privacy of their...
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My Father is a resident in Assisted Living at Crestview. The staff treats him like family, and the care he receives there is top notch. Many staff members have 10 or more years longevity with this company....
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.
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: 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.
Photo of Carlinda Ranch
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.
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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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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.
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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Photo of Silver Lake Retirement Cmnty
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.
Photo of Jefferson Place Assisted
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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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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Photo of Tomball Retirement
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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.
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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Clay, TX

The average cost of senior living in Clay is $4,242 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Giddings, TX with an average of $3,833 per month.

Independent living costs in Clay, TX, vs. nearby cities

Clay, TX
$4,242/mo
$4,299/mo

Independent living costs in Clay, TX, vs. state and national averages

Clay, TX
$4,242/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Clay, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,964/mo
Independent Living
$4,242/mo

Independent living costs in Clay, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,222/mo
Studio
$4,945/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,524/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,415/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,325/mo

Senior living costs in Clay vs. state and 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 destination: Clay, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClay, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,242/mo$4,246/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,864/mo$4,770/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,964/mo$4,936/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Clay, TX:$4,242/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Clay, TX:$4,864/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Clay, TX:$4,964/mo
Texas:$4,936/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Clay

Recent reviews for independent living in Clay

Crestview Retirement Community in Bryan, TX

4.5
This was one of the facilities I considered as an option for my loved one when I was searching for care. It is a very nice looking facility, and the staff all was very caring and professional. However, it is expensive, and was outside of the budget I was considering.

Park Creek Active Living in Cypress, TX

4.0
The Park Creek facility itself is really pretty and it just really has a bright and inviting feeling to it. They offer a lot of events for the residents living there and they seem to keep a lot of different resources posted up on the calendar for them - like activities. They seem to really have ...
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Valiente Senior Living in Magnolia, TX

4.1
the Valiente is clean and has a nice homey feeling , staff is very friendly and makes me feel right at home when i visit. its pretty small so somethings hard to find enough people to play games with my mom on weekends.. Manager play guitar for residence on demand , which is very nice. it is the ...
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Clay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clay, 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 Clay 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 Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay 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 Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clay 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 Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
46.4%
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Watercrest at Bryan, Broadmoor Court and Isle at Watercrest Bryan are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clay, Texas. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Clay, Texas are Watercrest at Bryan, Isle at Watercrest Bryan and Landing at Woodland Lakes. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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