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The cost of independent living in Garden Ridge is about $3,216 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 170 options.

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Photo of The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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43 reviews
8.5
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43 reviews
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The experience that I've had with the old Oaks of garden Ridge Lack of communication with the staff nurse for medication for patient usage Lagging cleanness Not much of entertaining Each one of the patients
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 NOW DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has been the community of choice for seniors since we were built in 2007! Our levels of care provide for individuals who are independent, as well as...
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55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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158 reviews
9.9
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158 reviews
5 star
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I'm in love with my apartment; activity accessibility is very good and plentiful; there is nice variety of menu choices; all staff is personable and helpful...from the bottom to the top. All of us residents,...
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.
Let our desired amenities and convenient services spur you into experiencing an exciting life at The Waterford on Huebner. Our Independent Living community in San Antonio, Texas, features thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans and a full calendar of activities and social...
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1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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191 reviews
9.8
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191 reviews
5 star
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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.
Remember The Waterford at Thousand Oaks for Independent Living in San Antonio, Texas. Our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle with the independence they expect and deserve. From thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans to...
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2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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53 reviews
9.8
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53 reviews
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When a loved one passes or we can no longer maintain a home, the best recourse is to find a place where we can have a useful quality of life. The choices of places are numerous, but we need a place that will...
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.
Village on the Park - Onion Creek is an independent living - assisted living community located in Austin, TX. Austin is located in Travis County and is home to just over 912,000 people. Austin is a fun city where residents can enjoy dancing, shopping, going out to great restaurants, going to...
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1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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30 reviews
9.8
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Mam and I toured several places before visiting the Gardens. Immediately after we walked out the door she said "this is the place!" and she moves in a couple of weeks later. Since that day the staff has been...
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.
Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a homelike, apartment-style living with all meals, snacks, social activities and wellness programs included in your one monthly fee.We have 24-hour, compassionate associates on site to care for your loved one day and night, whether they are...
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2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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68 reviews
9.8
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The people that work there are very sweet. The amount of space for 1 person in asst living is perfect. The dining room people are amazing. Moms always talks about how everyone through the facility knows her...
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.
Conveniently located in the SeaWorld – Lackland areas of San Antonio, The June offers comforts and choices that you and your loved one are seeking. Our resident-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care communities offer beautifully designed living options with lovely apartment-style residences,...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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65 reviews
9.7
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The experience was great and [name removed] was very very good. However, technology [name removed] it's ugly head and the fax machine wasn't working, but the staff was unaware so we kept trying to fax mom's...
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.
Our pet-friendly community in San Antonio, Texas, offers both assisted living for seniors needing a little help with day-to-day activities and memory care for those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia.As an assisted living resident at our community, you’ll relish...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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9.7
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48 reviews
9.7
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I have previously answered and submitted my experience w a place for mom. I am extremely satisfied with all that happened especially with [name removed].
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.
Our home-like, inviting assisted living community in culture-rich San Antonio, Texas, is close to numerous shopping and dining options, as well as fascinating local attractions, such as the historic Alamo and the world-famous San Antonio River Walk. Our community offers spacious private...
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Photo of New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Floresville
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.7
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42 reviews
9.7
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5 star
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Your website helped highlight what was available in my hometown. We had no idea New Haven existed or its location. The staff is very helpful and care about their residents. I receive texts or calls often...
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.
At New Haven our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health...
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Photo of Sage Plum Creek
1010 Photos available
9.6
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10 reviews
9.6
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All of them a 5 except the staff. The staff does a great job, but there has been an issue with the media room for a long time and we keep asking to get it fixed. The apartment sizes are great! It really is...
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.
Meet Sage Plum Creek, our 55+ active lifestyle is a fresh take on freedom, centered around community, connection & convenience. Enjoy fitness classes, social events, and more – plus with neighbors who are in the same stage of life and ready to enjoy it with you.
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Photo of Brookdale Beckett Meadows
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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9.6
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93 reviews
9.6
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93 reviews
5 star
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Overall, everything looked good, especially considering it was a transfer from another Brookdale community in Kansas. The staff in Memory Care are wonderful — especially [name removed], who was particularly...
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.
Redefine your independence with a worry-free lifestyle.There are plenty of active seniors out there who are ready, willing and able to take on the world—with just a bit of help. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day...
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Photo of Independence Hill
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1313 Floor plans available
9.6
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9.6
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My mother-in-law loved it there, it is very well priced for all the things you get for the price. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Located in the prestigious Stone Oak development, Independence Hill Retirement Community offers resort style living for active adults 55 and older. Location is everything! Specialty shops, restaurants, churches, hospitals and medical facilities are just minutes away. There are 13 floor plans...
Photo of The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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51 reviews
9.6
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51 reviews
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The staff was always professional & considerate. Even though my mother did not partake in all the activities provided, she enjoyed the ones she participated in. The variety of food was always delicious. The...
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.
For comforting assisted living, Cibolo and North San Antonio seniors are finding support and satisfaction at The Brooks of Cibolo. Beyond just a place to live, we offer older adults feelings of passion, certainty, and community near New Braunfels and Schertz. Our teams are privileged to serve...
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9.6
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9.6
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I would give it 5 stars, except [name removed] said some of the meals are unappetizing and scheduled therapy sessions are not consistent. The quality of meals could be better. Green soup doesn't look...
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.
As San Antonio’s premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days. Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities, and services, while only minutes away from historical...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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67 reviews
9.6
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67 reviews
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I think there should be more core staff available on weekends. Overall, they have been very good working with him. Everyone is pleasant and kind toward the residents. I think he is in a good place. Also,...
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.
Your life can be as engaging, enjoyable and seamless when you join our upscale assisted living community that also offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. As an assisted living resident in our home-like San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar, both on and off...
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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126 reviews
9.5
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Overall, the staff was kind and caring for my mother. The place was clean. The food was fine. My mom seemed to eat everything. The room was a generous size as it fit a queen size bed, recliner, side table...
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.
Retirement is the time to indulge yourself and re-ignite some of those passions that got left by the wayside throughout the years. Our community, located in a quiet residential neighborhood just 20 minutes from the historic and culture-rich downtown of San Antonio, Texas, offers assisted living...
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Photo of Pegasus Landing of Forest Ridge
2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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40 reviews
9.5
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40 reviews
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The Legacy has been OUTSTANDING. We are very pleased with the care they provide and the activities they offer. My Dad enjoys being there, and the staff are genuinely caring and professional.
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.
Pegasus Landing of Forest Ridge is an assisted living and memory care community in the bustling town of Shertz, Texas. Located near the San Antonio area, Shertz is a city with character and energy, offering many opportunities for recreation and entertainment.Pegasus Landing of Forest Ridge staff...
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9.5
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55 reviews
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what we like the most about the community is that their staff is very responsive and caring. Kitchen staff is also very caring and will cheerfully cook something for a resident in a heartbeat
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.
Emerald Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...
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Photo of Brookdale New Braunfels
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.5
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57 reviews
9.5
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57 reviews
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The staff seemed to enjoy their work and each other. The activities were fun and engaging. The caregivers and admin seemed sincerely caring and flexible.
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.
Our community in New Braunfels, Texas, is located two miles west of the Comal River and its many recreational opportunities, including water parks, hiking trails and quiet picnic areas. Many of these locations are favorites with our residents and their families.Each day is filled with exciting...
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9.5
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123 reviews
9.5
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All 5's across the board. My parents have had some issues with the food and would probably put a 4 for food. The staff is always helpful and friendly. The residents have been great as well.
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.
Villa de San Antonio, a Kisco Senior Living Community, is ideally located in the medical center area of San Antonio, close to world-class health services, thriving businesses, the University of Texas Health Science Center and convenient shopping and entertainment venues. The Villa de San Antonio...
Photo of The Forum at Lincoln Heights
1212 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.4
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33 reviews
9.4
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Excellent staff, excellent meals, friendly residents. I recommend The Forum at Lincoln Heights to seniors looking for a home that provides excellent dining and activities
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.
Can you please remove nursing care and descrption above
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1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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87 reviews
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I have nothing but good things to say about the place and that day did a good job and caring for my grandfather and always providing comforting words when needing. However, one thing I will say is it does...
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.
Nestled in the heart of one of San Antonio's most desirable and beautiful areas, The Laurels in Stone offer relaxed resort-style assisted living. The atmosphere is welcoming and gracious, including beautifully appointed rooms and amenities you'd come to expect from an exceptional senior living...
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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181 reviews
9.3
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181 reviews
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Our overall experience was exceptional. My sister was not happy about not being at home but she accepted being at Sodalis. She loved all the caregivers. She commented on how they were all happy people and...
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 continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via FaceTime, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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1515 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.3
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91 reviews
9.3
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91 reviews
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When we visited, everyone was very welcoming and positive. They took the time to show us around the community and even provided lunch. They first showed her a smaller apartment, then showed her the apartment...
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.
ENJOY, EMBRACE AND EXPERIENCE for yourself the warm hospitality, value, and high quality that await you at Watercrest at Alamo Ranch. Landon Ridge at Alamo Ranch is San Antonio's newest community for active adults. Conveniently located in the Alamo Ranch area (1604/Culebra Rd). Landon Ridge at...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.3
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60 reviews
9.3
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60 reviews
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This facility has a very warm, welcoming feeling. Everyone seems to really care about the residents and the residents all seem happy.
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.
A Little More Care, A Lot More LifeExperience what independence redefined looks like here at our assisted living community in San Marcos, Texas. Nestled in the heart of hill country, your new residence could overlook an enclosed courtyard brimming with fragrant flowers, a stunning water fountain,...
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Cost of independent living in Garden Ridge, TX

The average cost of senior living in Garden Ridge is $3,216 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Antonio, TX with an average of $3,091 per month.

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

Garden Ridge, TX
$3,216/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Garden Ridge, TX, vs. other senior living options

$5,766/mo
Independent Living
$3,216/mo

Independent living costs in Garden Ridge, TX, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,336/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,363/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,533/mo

Senior living costs in Garden Ridge 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: Garden Ridge, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarden Ridge, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,216/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,257/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,766/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Garden Ridge, TX:$3,216/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Garden Ridge, TX:$4,257/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Garden Ridge, TX:$5,766/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Garden Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Garden Ridge

The William in San Antonio, TX

4.5
[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the ...
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Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Antonio, TX

5.0
Visited several senior communities about 2 years ago with a "Senior" friend (88 YO). When we visited Adante, we both were quite impressed and loved it immediately. The price for a one bedroom apartement was the least expensive of all we visited. Our friend decided to go into Adante ...
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Independence Hill Assisted Living in San Antonio, TX

5.0
Independence Hill Assisted Living seems very nice. The staff in the dining room seems to know all of the residents by name and are very sweet and patient. The overall cleanliness of the facility seems very good and they steam clean the hallway carpets regularly. The front desk staff are very ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as Discovery Village Stone Oak Independent Living, where families express their appreciation for the long-term relationships that have been formed between residents, their loved ones, and the st ...
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Varied activities and social events. Communities like The Waterford at Thousand Oaks offer a wide range of activities for residents, including games, bingo, movie nights, and outings to casinos. Residents at Discovery Village Stone Oak Independent Living and The Waterford at Thousand Oaks enjoy participating in these events a ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews for Emerald Cottages New Braunfels and Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort praise the spacious and comfortable living quarters in their respective communities, with residents appreciating the full kitchens and roomy apartments, and the ability to personalize their spaces.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Food quality is a significant factor in residents' satisfaction at various communities, with mealtime being a highlight at Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort, The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, and Emerald Cottages New Braunfels. Chefs at these communities accommodate dietary restrictions and pro ...
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Engaging and supportive community atmosphere. Reviews from Discovery Village Stone Oak Independent Living, The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, and Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort demonstrate the importance of a caring and supportive community atmosphere, where residents feel valued and are given opportunities to connect with one another an ...
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Responsive and accommodating management. Families and residents at Discovery Village Stone Oak Independent Living and The Waterford at Thousand Oaks speak highly of the management at their communities, praising their quick response to concerns and their ability to make accommodations to meet residents' needs
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Garden Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garden Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garden Ridge, 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 Garden Ridge 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 Garden Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garden Ridge, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Garden Ridge 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 Garden Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garden Ridge, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
50.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garden Ridge 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 Garden Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garden Ridge, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.3%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
41.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Waterford on Huebner and The Waterford at Thousand Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garden Ridge, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 170 independent living facilities near Garden Ridge, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Garden Ridge, Texas are The Waterford on Huebner, The Waterford at Thousand Oaks and Village on the Park Onion Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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