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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Corpus Christi, TX
The cost of independent living in Corpus Christi is about $3,431 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 21 options. Read 388 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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I feel this is the best place for my mom. She loves it here and calls it home. Real family feel due to staff. Cleanliness "4" due to what I believe is not enough staff for cleaning. Additional staff needed.
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.
The Waterford at Corpus Christi is dedicated to creating environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day.Choose your path at The Waterford!It's not just a name, it's our mission. At The Waterford, we want our commitment to our residents to exemplify...
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9.7
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27 reviews
The music they play in the foyer is both too loud and certainly not enjoyable to the residents. Staff picks of "modern" music is not what I believe their residents would choose
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
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9.6
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34 reviews
The facility and staff are both really great, the value for the money is the best for all of the facilities I have looked into. My wife has a nice, large sized room in assisted living.
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.
From gracious independent-style living to assisted living, Garden Estates offers a broad range of living options and services to meet your changing needs. As needs change, we'll be here for you or your loved one. We truly believe in Aging In Place! We're proud of our attentive staff, beautiful...
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16 reviews
For the most part all of the staff are friendly and helpful. Most learn your name and remember things about you. I would absolutely recommend The Viera Senior Living to others looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Located in beautiful Corpus Christi, The Viera is the destination for today’s progressive retirees and their families. We are devoted to elevating the standards of retirement living and senior care to an unparalleled lifestyle.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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30 reviews
Our family is grateful that our grandmother receives exceptional care at Brookdale Corpus Christi. Knowing that she is living in a community that is safe and clean with many activities to keep her occupied....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) provides a wide range of care options, activities and amenities for seniors in a comfortable, home-like environment. We’re located in the vibrant bayside city of Corpus Christi, Texas, in a residential area that’s quiet, yet convenient to shopping,...
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9.4
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28 reviews
We picked Solstice for 3 reasons: 1. The exterior was clean and neat and well/maintained and the interior was light and bright and newly decorated tastefully, and calm, and had a welcoming feeling. These...
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.
The health and safety of our residents is always our top priority. At a time when many seniors are isolated at home. Here are a few ways we can care for them during this time:Solstice at Corpus Christi we are:•Limiting visitors•Screening employees, residents and vendors •Sanitizing commonly...
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9.4
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40 reviews
The staff at Brookdale Trinity Towers was amazing! We wish we could have taken them to the next facility with us, we loved them so so much!! The facility itself just felt a little dated and I didn't always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Our luxurious — and towering — continuing care retirement community (CCRC) provides a wide range of care options, activities and amenities for seniors in an upscale, elegant environment. Our community, located in Corpus Christi, Texas, offers incredible views of the city skyline and marina. As a...
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73 reviews
I would suggest you go visit to make sure it's the right fit. There are certain qualifications your loved one has to pass to be able to stay there. It's a perfect fit for our loved one in her current...
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.
Villa South Assisted Living & Memory Care is an outstanding value for Corpus Christi residents. With its long-tenured staff, compassionate care and affordable rates, the Villa is a highly recommended senior residence to consider for you or your loved ones. Villa is a privately owned, "warm...
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The community is kept very clean, and we like that it does not look like a facility it looks more like a nice hotel. Based on our experience so far we would recommend St. Gabriel of Corpus Christi to others.
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.
We are nestled in a little housing community at the end of Rod Field Road and McArdle near S.P.I.D. freeway. A few blocks from fishing and ten minutes from beaches. We are located in the best spot in Corpus Christi, just minutes from the mall and multiple restaurants. Our community has just...
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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.
It is the emphasis on the spiritual that makes Mt. Carmel Home truly unique among Assisted Living facilities in Corpus Christi. The Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus and our dedicated staff at Mount Carmel Home strive to provide a real HOME for seniors where they can enjoy life...
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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.
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The building is well kept and clean. If the residents would not drop their trash all over it would be much nicer. It's like 2 yr old children live here. It's a small staff and it would help them if we all...
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.
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.
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.
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Our brother has been at Mirador for one week and we have been most impressed with everyone and most grateful for the entire staff . Everyone welcomes you with a beautiful smile no matter the time of day ....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Mirador, located in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas offers an assisted living community. Corpus Christi, also known as "The Real Windy City" is a phenomenally beautiful city. This city has very high average wind speed when compared to other coastal cities in North America. Such ocean gusts...
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Senior Care of Corpus ChristiLocated on Fortune Drive in Corpus Christi, you’ll find Senior Care of Corpus Christi, a Senior Care Centers assisted living facility that offers an attractive residential living options for those who wish to maintain and independent lifestyle, but desire moderate...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Corpus Christi, TX
The average cost of senior living in Corpus Christi is $3,431 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sinton, TX with an average of $2,746 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Corpus Christi, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Corpus Christi, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Corpus Christi
Recent reviews for independent living in Corpus Christi
The Waterford at Corpus Christi
5.0
I enjoy having things to do with my grandma we get to play bingo and sometimes I win when I win. It makes my grandma very happy. It’s our time when we get to be together and have fun and laugh. Sometimes I help her friends because they cannot see very well and it’s a lot of fun.
Solstice Senior Living at Corpus Christi
4.3
Very helpful staff. Friendly, kind and always willing to help. Facility was in the process of being redone/redecorated while mom was moving in. It made such a big difference in the overall appearance...very welcoming and inviting. Lovely.
Casa De Oro Apartments in Corpus Christi, TX
4.7
I leased an apartment at Casa De Oro and just moved in. It has been a wonderful and friendly experience. I have a beautiful apartment that overlooks the bay. The morning light is fabulous. I looked at all the reviews before coming out to visit. I loved the property and the manager leased me a ...
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Corpus Christi independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Corpus Christi independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Corpus Christi, 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 Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Corpus Christi, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.8%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.8%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Corpus Christi, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.8%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Corpus Christi, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.1%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
38.1%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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The Waterford at Corpus Christi, Elan Corpus Christi and Garden Estates of Corpus Christi are the top-rated independent living facilities near Corpus Christi, Texas. See full list of communities.
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