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The cost of independent living in Harris County is about $4,108 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 597 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 Paradise Springs
1616 Photos available
9.9
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122 reviews
9.9
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122 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
27%
3 star
11%
2 star
3%
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5 across the board. She loves it there and we've had such a great experience with the staff. Incredibly kind, friendly and helpful. There's nothing they haven't been able to help us with and they treat her...
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.
Paradise Springs provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in an affluent suburb of Houston, you'll enjoy an elegant and peaceful home right next to big city convenience. With shopping, dining and top-notch healthcare just minutes from the front door,...
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1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.9
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105 reviews
9.9
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105 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
19%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
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I will review Atria in 3 areas: the staff, the facility and the food. The staff has been wonderful. They are attentive and professional. They knew my wife's name on the first day. She was in need of more...
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.
Atria Westchase is an assisted living and memory care community Houston, Texas. Houston is an exciting city located in Harris County, and it is widely known for its diversity, its arts and theatre scene and its recreational amenities. Whether you are planning a weekend trip to Houston or...
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1818 Photos available
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9.8
Review score
49 reviews
9.8
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49 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
18%
3 star
4%
2 star
6%
1 star
0%
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I narrowed down to 6 places based on proximity to me and reviews. I visited them and narrowed it down to 2 based on conversations with staff and residents as well as tours of the available units. I thought...
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.
At The Conservatory at Champion Forest, residents enjoy an independent lifestyle enriched with the affordable luxuries that make life comfortable, carefree and rewarding. From gourmet meals to fun activities; wellness care to resort-style amenities, everything we do at The Conservatory is focused...
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1616 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
Review score
64 reviews
9.8
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64 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
25%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
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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.
The Best That Senior Living Has to OfferIt’s time to discover what luxury senior living can look like. Trade cooking, cleaning and chores for a life surrounded by interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. Our community is located in Houston, Texas and provides personalized...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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105 reviews
9.7
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105 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
30%
3 star
10%
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Very caring staff. Beautiful property. Lots of amenities. Was a wonderful place for my mom to live until she needed to be moved to an assisted living facility.
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.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our independent living community might be the perfect fit for you. Because when it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do.So how do you want to spend your days? Here are just a few of the fun things...
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1717 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
27 reviews
9.4
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27 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
30%
3 star
4%
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The facility is very pleasant and dad loves it! I think the most outstanding thing is the delicious food and lovely dining room. The staff are very friendly. Dad's apartment is quite large and comfortable....
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.
Providing excellent service, a professional approach and a willingness to go the extra mile every day allows our team to surpass other retirement communities.' Located in a distinctive neighborhood, The Village of Tanglewood is a five story mid-rise community with easy access to theaters, the...
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2020 Photos available
2121 Floor plans available
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9.3
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74 reviews
9.3
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74 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
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3 star
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Everybody was so caring there. My dad had struggled so long with his disabilities as he refused any help at all in his old assisted living facility as it unfortunately was not run very well. The care staff...
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 Memorial-area community offers residents an active lifestyle in an ideal location. Conveniently situated minutes from the Galleria and just a short drive from the Texas Medical Center, residents have easy access to premier shopping, dining and entertainment, along with world-class medical...
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Photo of Brookdale The Heights
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
62 reviews
9.0
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62 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
27%
3 star
15%
2 star
5%
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It is apparent they genuinely care about their residents. They strive to meet all of their needs: physical, emotional, and social. Offering options for most meals would be helpful.
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.
There’s a lot for you to love here.With both assisted living and memory care, at our community, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. For memory care residents, we offer a program, also known as Clare Bridge. Rooted in “a person-centered approach,” our memory care program helps our...
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1414 Floor plans available
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9.0
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88 reviews
9.0
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88 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
39%
3 star
17%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
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It (nor any similar business) is not perfect, but they do appear to genuinely care about the residents. Based off of our experience, I would recommend them to others looking.
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 Tanglewood is a prominent senior living community in Houston, Texas that offers assisted living and memory care services. Houston is a family-friendly city that is home to several museums, eclectic shopping, and diverse dining choices. There is something for everyone to enjoy...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
55 reviews
8.9
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55 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
22%
3 star
15%
2 star
7%
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The staff seemed very caring. The location was near my sister's house. They had a bed / room available immediately. Dad and I were already living in a Brookdale community in town so it was an easy transfer.
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.
Go do the things you love, and let us help with the rest.If you’re looking to redefine your independence with a little extra help, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be the right fit for you. Here you’ll have the care you need when you need it. Plus,...
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Photo of The Village of the Heights
1818 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
30 reviews
8.5
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
23%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
1 star
7%
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I don’t often take the time to write about the good things but in this case I wanted to share our great experience. My dad was very lonely after mom passed and was isolated at home. He was resistant to move...
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.
The Village of the Heights is an assisted living community located in Houston, Texas, in Harris County and home to just over 2.2 million people. Houston is a large and busy city where residents can enjoy a host of activities including shopping, fine dining, sporting events, and other activities....
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Photo of The Forum at Memorial Woods
1919 Photos available
8.5
Review score
44 reviews
8.5
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44 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
30%
3 star
11%
2 star
9%
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14%
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Great location, great staff, great facilities, nice accommodations. Apartment sizes and layouts are great. They do need more help in kitchen and dining area and more variety on the menu.
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.
The Forum at Memorial Woods offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite Short Term Care, with beautiful and newly renovated community common spaces and luxury high rise apartments with spectacular views of the city skylines.In Independent Living, seniors live an active,...
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Photo of MorningStar at River Oaks
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
10 reviews
8.2
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10 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
2 star
10%
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My mom is currently a resident at MorningStar at River Oaks and the experience has been good so far. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. The food is top tier. We have regular meals with my mom in their...
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.
Houston seniors deserve the very best. If you are looking for the most exceptional assisted living Houston offers, we invite you to consider the contemporary styling of MorningStar Assisted Living and Memory Care at River Oaks, in the Upper Kirby District. MorningStar provides residents with...
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2020 Photos available
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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.
Clearwater at The Heights offers you a warm and welcoming senior living experience with luxurious services and amenities that put it a cut above the rest. You’ll feel at home right away with our friendly team members and residents, bright and spacious apartments, and community perks like a heated...
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Photo of Tranquility Assisted Living
1414 Photos available
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
2 star
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It's been great. The food is more home based. It's excellent, healthy and smells delicious. They have a home-style kitchen and tables. My loved one is out of the room and interacting with others. The value...
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.
Photo of Good Living Community Care
88 Photos available
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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This facility has been excellent for my husband. They keep it clean. They keep him clean. He's had no bed sores. The rooms are clean every time you come in there are no issues at all 100% recommend.
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.
Providing You with home-like Community Nursing Care. Welcome to Good Living Community Care, your Community nursing care and Assisted living that provides a homelike environment structured with compassionate staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of life. Taking a pick at our range of our...
Photo of The Doliver of Tanglewood
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.7
Review score
17 reviews
7.7
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17 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
24%
2 star
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I am [name removed] when I signed up for this great place the Dolliver of Tanglewood when I came this place gave me the upmost respect you would love this place. The people are great. The staff are great 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.
Welcome to a world of designer living, resort amenities and complete freedom. Active adult living at its finest, leasing allows for care free living. Your new home will expand to 15,000 sqft living and entertaining space; infinity pool, court yards, dog park, gym, wine tasting lounge, media room,...
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88 Photos available
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7.7
Review score
34 reviews
7.7
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34 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
21%
3 star
24%
2 star
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It's expensive for sure. The staff and food quality have gone down in recent months. The nursing supervisors in the assisted living area are very good and responsive. There is a lot of turnover in aides...
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.
Because mowing your own lawn is a little overrated.At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in the heart of Houston, Texas, you can trade chores for more time to do what you want to do. Here you’ll have access to three levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted...
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Photo of Emerson Pines
1818 Photos available
7.5
Review score
7 reviews
7.5
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7 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
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3 star
14%
2 star
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I had several recommendations to visit Emerson Pine before I made my move from my apartment of seven years. The staff was very cordial and informative about the choices. I could have in a one-bedroom or two...
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 sense of community we share gives our residents the opportunity to thrive and continue their lives and stories in a positive direction.” Nestled in a quiet residential area, The Gardens at Spring Shadows is conveniently located in Spring Branch at Kempwood Drive and Gessner Road.Our gated...
Photo of The Village of River Oaks
2222 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
5 star
69%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
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It was a really nice experience. The Village of River Oaks gave us peace of mind and the ability to sleep at night knowing our loved one was being taken care of. When you get down to it, everything is...
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.
The Village of River Oaks will be an active independent living retirement community, along with Assisted Living & Memory Care located in beautiful River Oaks. With an exceptional location, our residents will enjoy the convenience to fine area restaurants, nearby River Oaks Center shopping and...
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77 Photos available
5 star
100%
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My mom was at The Cottages for 6 months before she passed away last July. We couldn’t have found a better place for her. She had advanced dementia that my father and I had been dealing with for about two...
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.
The Cottage of Spring Branch is licensed by the state of Texas in assisted living and certified in Alzheimer’s care and related dementia care. Our trained staff is geared specifically for the challenges that Alzheimer’s and related dementia present. We take pride in offering senior care that is...
Photo of The Village of Southampton
2424 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
1.0
Review score
5 reviews
1.0
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5 reviews
5 star
40%
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Overall it was a good experience for us. Our loved one had a short stay of approximately 3 months here. The food was really good, with a healthy menu. There are a lot of activities for the residents to...
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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Photo of The Tradition - Woodway
1919 Photos available
5 star
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It was a little bit of a rocky start in the beginning but the friendliness of the staff members have been very good. We assume the meals are great because our loved one has gained a decent amount of weight....
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Harris County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Harris County is $4,108 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Ridge North, TX with an average of $3,898 per month.

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

Harris County, TX
$4,108/mo
$4,084/mo

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

Harris County, TX
$4,108/mo
$4,192/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$4,895/mo
Independent Living
$4,108/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,630/mo
Studio
$5,491/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,459/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,415/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 Harris County

Recent reviews for independent living in Harris 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.

The Heritage Tomball Senior Living

4.8
I would highly recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a clean and friendly place with good services. It is a good value for the money. The food isn't individually as targeted as my loved one would like.

Harris County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harris County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harris 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 Harris 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 Harris County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harris County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Harris 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 Harris County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harris County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
51.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harris 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 Harris County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.3%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.5%
53.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.7%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 28 independent living facilities near Harris County, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Harris 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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