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The cost of independent living in Harwood is about $4,846 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 80 options. Read 1765 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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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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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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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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Care is always kind of expensive, but it's not too bad and the caregivers here all seem really friendly. One of the main reasons we chose Comfort care was because when they came for their initial assessment;...
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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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My mom was here for three years and she said "Finally I have my own washer!" and she was just so thrilled by itself and she didn't want to leave also because she had her privacy there and she really felt...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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
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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.
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
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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: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: 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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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.
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It's really a retirement community, but they have levels of care. She has her own apartment with her own bathroom, and a kitchenette. It gave her back a little of her dignity. She loves it and she isn't...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Private and Semiprivate Floor plans, Three meals daily, 24 hour attendant supervision, Housekeeping Daily, Nurse on Staff, Full Time Activities Program, Emergency Call System, Utilities & Cable included in base price.  Our home offers different levels of care which can include assistance with...
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Querencia at Barton Creek is a resort-style life care retirement community in Austin for ages 62 and over. We are located on 38 acres and our Independent Living section includes 10 villas and 157 apartment homes (one, two, or three bedroom), with a choice of 19 different floor plans ranging from...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Harwood, TX

The average cost of senior living in Harwood is $4,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schulenburg, TX with an average of $2,691 per month.

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

Harwood, TX
$4,846/mo
$4,795/mo
$4,391/mo

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

Harwood, TX
$4,846/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,476/mo
Independent Living
$4,846/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,501/mo
Studio
$5,416/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,450/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,160/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,224/mo

Senior living costs in Harwood 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: Harwood, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHarwood, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,846/mo$4,246/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,234/mo$4,774/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,476/mo$4,941/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Harwood, TX:$4,846/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Harwood, TX:$5,234/mo
Texas:$4,774/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Harwood, TX:$5,476/mo
Texas:$4,941/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Harwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Harwood

Argent Court Seguin

4.0
So far, things are going pretty well here. The staff is nice and friendly and they seem to care. The facility is nice and well kept as far as I can see. We haven't had any major issues with Argent Court so far.

Emerald Cottages New Braunfels

4.8
They are so helpful! [Name removed] and [name removed] are so amazing! They dedicate so much time to the facility and it’s occupants. They always have something going on as for activities. My parents have not been to any of activities as of yet, but have a good schedule of things monthly.

Eden Hill Communities, a CCRC in New Braunfels, TX

5.0
I have lived here 7+ years and have witnessed a couple slumps but overall this is an excellent facility. Food is chef prepared with many choices, served attractively and have been told by several it is the best in the area of care centers. Apartments are nice, fairly spacious (choices of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Solstice at Austin, Emerald Cottages New Braunfels, and Brookdale Gaines Ranch. Residents appreciate the approachable and caring nature of the staff, who make sure that their loved ones are s ...
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Wide range of activities. Activities are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with many reviews praising the diverse offerings at communities like The Continental Retirement Community, Solstice at Austin, and Emerald Cottages New Braunfels. Residents enjoy everything from cards and dominoes to c ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep. Cleanliness is a top priority for many residents, as seen in reviews for Solstice at Austin, Village on the Park Onion Creek, and The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living. Communities prioritize both private rooms and common areas, ensuring that residents feel comfortable and at home.
Communication between families and staff. Clear communication is essential for both families and staff, as noted in reviews for The Continental Retirement Community, Brookdale Westlake Hills, and The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living. Staff keep families informed about their loved ones' daily activities and care, allowing everyone to ...
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Supportive and inclusive community. Reviews frequently cite the welcoming atmosphere and sense of camaraderie among residents and staff at communities like The Continental Retirement Community, Solstice at Austin, and Brookdale Gaines Ranch. Residents appreciate the opportunity to make friends and engage in social activities ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' satisfaction, as expressed in reviews for The Continental Retirement Community, Solstice at Austin, and Sage Plum Creek. Chefs cater to dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. ...
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Harwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harwood, 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 Harwood 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 Harwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harwood, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Harwood 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 Harwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harwood, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harwood 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 Harwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harwood, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
52.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.9%
46.4%
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Village on the Park Onion Creek, The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living and Brookdale Westlake Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Harwood, Texas. See full list of communities.
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