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The cost of independent living in Galveston County is about $4,096 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 182 options. Read 4951 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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Although my dad was there for a short time, the care he got was wonderful. His night care takers were great and helped him become acclimated to his new place. Andi, the head nurse, really knows her...
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.
Morada Friendswood is located between Houston and Galveston and both are popular destinations for our residents. We enjoy day trips to the beach, afternoon football games to cheer on the Astros, fishing excursions and strolling the paths at the Galveston Moody Gardens.We offer independent living,...
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I’ve lived here for several years and I moved from a complex where I owned a condo. I was glad to move into a complex which had a facilities staff to handle the usual maintenance issues at their expense...
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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I checked out all places recommended for my mom. I’m so glad I picked this place. It’s small apartments, and perfect for mom. The staff are excellent! The staff are kind, gentle, and attentive to my mom!...
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.
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My parents have been residents for more than a decade. Mom is still in independent living, but will probably transition to assisted living soon. Dad recently passed after a lengthy stay in the on-campus...
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.
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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: 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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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
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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.
Located in a charming waterfront community, Proveer at South Shore is the scenic destination spot for seniors requiring assisted living or memory care services in League City. In addition to our care services, we provide vibrant and modern living amenities and benefits such as spacious floor...
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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.
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
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.
We invite you to experience the fun and active lifestyle of this hidden treasure just minutes from all conveniences one would want.Our fifty-five and over community offers comfort and elegance with all the amenities one would anticipate!
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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: 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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Portofino 55 Plus Apartments
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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.
LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to 3 MONTHS FREE! *Some restrictions apply.Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Underway! The Portofino's multi-million dollar renovation includes modern and stylish in-home upgrades, including granite countertops, a new energy-efficient washer and dryer in...
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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.
At last, a community that understands what you are looking for…..a place to call home.Shady Creek is a premier community offering a warm comfortable convenient address. Be swept away by both convenience and tranquility beginning with our shuttle to Baytown shopping, dining, medical and...
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, Senior Apartments
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.
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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The staff at this community have been very helpful to my loved one and have provided him with great quality of care. He has a few problems with remembering things from time to time so I like the fact that...
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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It’s working out fine. Mom’s closer to family which is what she wanted. It’s a nice community. There’s not a lot of parking available for families to visit. That’s probably the biggest thing. They have...
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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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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This is such an amazing place for your loved ones. They truly do care about its residents. My patient was so happy here and misses it. They really do make you feel loved and like family here. Great staff.
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
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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 Galveston County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Galveston County is $4,096 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seabrook, TX with an average of $3,477 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Galveston County, TX vs. nearby counties

Galveston County, TX
$4,096/mo
$4,105/mo

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

Galveston County, TX
$4,096/mo
$4,067/mo
U.S. national average
$4,042/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Galveston County vs. other types of senior living

$4,924/mo
Independent Living
$4,096/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Galveston County, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,379/mo
Studio
$4,718/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,847/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,477/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,847/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Galveston County

Recent reviews for independent living in Galveston County

The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center

4.9
We haven't had a negative experience. The hurricane is a natural disaster that is always going to be challenging. They evacuated my dad and he is safe. Yes we would recommend this community to other families. I know there is a lot of negative right now but we don't feel that way. Even my almost ...
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The Tradition - Buffalo Speedway in Houston, TX

4.7
We are still getting settled and sorting out our belongings since we brought more than we need, so we haven't participated in many activities yet. We are pleased with our choice a nd so are the people we have met, many of whom have been here since they opened. It is working very well for us.

Good Living Community Care in Houston, TX

5.0
We chose Good Living Community Care because of the convenient location and they worked really hard to get my dad into dialysis. The room sizes here were pretty good for what he needed. As assisted living, I would recommend to others looking.

Galveston County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Galveston County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Galveston 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 Galveston 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 Galveston County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Galveston County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.2%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.4%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Galveston 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 Galveston County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Galveston County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.5%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
56.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Galveston 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 Galveston County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Galveston County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.9%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
61.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
51.2%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Atria Westchase and Cypress Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Galveston County, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 182 independent living facilities near Galveston County, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Galveston County, Texas are Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch, Atria Westchase and Watercrest at Kingwood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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