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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hays County, TX

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The cost of independent living in Hays County is about $3,300 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 223 options.

Read 7059 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Austin, Kyle and San Marcos.

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Photo of Sage Valley
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8.8
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14 reviews
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14 reviews
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on a scale of one to five all of the above rate a five. We are extremely happy here. What we enjoy the most about the community is the Friendliness of staff, openness, and lightness of the facility. Food is...
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.
Living a vibrant life at any age is a life worth living, and no matter where you are in life's journey, home is meant to be a place of comfort and enjoyment! Sage Valley Senior Living offers you or your loved ones a beautiful blend of privacy, safety, security, and community to create a warm and...
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Photo of Franklin Park Alamo Heights
1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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22 reviews
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Room was large and looked into a nice courtyard where birds and pet rabbits could be seen. The overall wing is very nice with beautiful furnishings so you don't feel as if you are in a facility. Staff 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.
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Photo of Pegasus Landing of Round Rock
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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55 reviews
8.7
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55 reviews
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I would rate all of the categories at a five Pegasus was a very nice facility and everybody went out of their way to be as helpful as they could the entire time my mother-in-law was there! I would highly...
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.
Savor Your Golden YearsIf you want to exchange the everyday burdens of cooking, cleaning and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in activities, friendship and quality care, our assisted living and memory care community in Austin, Texas just might be the place for you. Surrounded by a trained and...
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Photo of Gateway Villas and Gateway Gardens
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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39 reviews
8.7
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[name removed] has been at Gateway Gardens since end of August. She is very happy there and says only positive things about it all. Says food, staff , mangers, room & services for laundry and cleaning all...
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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Photo of Belmont Village West Lake Hills
1414 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.6
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64 reviews
8.6
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It is absolutely great! Staff is very good; the activities are first class; the food is good; there are many choices in apartment sizes.
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.
Belmont Village West Lake Hills opened their doors in the spring 2014. The three-story Texas Hill Country-style community hosts 141 private apartments and a full continuum of lifestyle and support, including Assisted Living, Memory Care and Belmont's range of signature, award-winning programs...
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Photo of Double Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care
3333 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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52 reviews
8.6
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Double Creek has been fine other than a few things that are mostly unexpected and unavoidable - staff turn over which in turn lent itself to other issues. All pretty minor and the management was quick to...
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.
For assisted living, Round Rock seniors love the lifestyle options at Double Creek. Our passionate team provides fine dining options, housekeeping services, and daily personalized care. Discover a luxurious and pet-friendly senior living experience. Living spaces provide a peaceful and...
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Photo of VIVERE Life Stone Oak
1111 Photos available
8.6
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47 reviews
8.6
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Elegant place and very friendly staff. Good food. The way the criteria of elderly was divided was a bit off. If you are just old and a bit forgetful it would be nice if you were placed with similar. People...
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.
Sodalis Stone Oak is a beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care community centrally located in Indian Springs neighborhood as well as close to TPC Golf Course, shopping and hospitals. In the 2 years we have been open we pride ourselves on the care, socialization and loving atmosphere we offer...
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Photo of Mercy House New Braunfels
1313 Photos available
8.6
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41 reviews
8.6
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Everything was always clean, the food was good, and the staff was very attentive and caring. My husband passed away last March, but I have only good things to say about Mercy House. I’m very grateful for the...
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.
Mercy House is located in New Braunfels, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON TOURS. It has one community located in Cross Street and the other strategically positioned in Rock Street all within the beautiful small town of New Braunfels.The community, that provides memory care to the residents of Texas,...
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Photo of Highland Estates
99 Photos available
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8.6
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52 reviews
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We’ve lived in Highland Estates for almost a year now and plan to make this our forever home. We enjoy the friendly and helpful residents here. Highland Estates offers a remarkable choice of activities...
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.
Highland Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Highland Estates is situated in charming Cedar Park, a suburb of Austin just 17 miles from the heart of the capital city's downtown area. Our location provides the best of both worlds with the relative peace...
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Photo of Belmont Village Lakeway
1818 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
8.6
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
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*When you walk through our front doors, you're greeted by a pleasant & helpful concierge, everything you see is clean & you smell flowers & delicious scents from our kitchen *Management staff is always...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Belmont Village Lakeway, you’ll find the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The rustic, Mediterranean-style building is nestled in Northwest Austin, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment. We’re just a short drive from Baylor Scott & White Medical Center...
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Photo of The Oscar at Georgetown
1010 Photos available
8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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14 reviews
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I have been at The Oscar for 7 months on [date removed]. During my stay I have received excellent care from the salon for my hair and nails. The maintenance crew helped solve an AC issue and assists with...
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 Emerald Cottages New Braunfels
11 Photo available
8.5
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The cottage is very well designed and quite functional. The folks in the office are very pleasant and helpful. They really helped me transition into the community. The residents I've met are very friendly...
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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Photo of The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
2424 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.5
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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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Photo of Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
1717 Photos available
8.5
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34 reviews
8.5
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34 reviews
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When I initially moved my Great-Aunt to the facility, it was owned by another company that made big promises but showed its true colors on days 1 and 2 of the move by nit delivering on its promises of great...
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 resident centered approach reminds us that our residents and their families are the reason we are here. We strive to provide the best service to each of them as individuals. We get to know our residents and their families on a personal level. These are relationships for life. Here at Serenity...
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Photo of Changing Seasons Assisted Living Blanco Road
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8.5
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff handle the complex medical issues and medicines he has to take with the precision of a medical facility and the same with keeping him and his room...
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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Photo of Brookdale Oakwell
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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86 reviews
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Most of the people are very nice (especially at the front desk), but it's over-priced for what is provided. Food is not as advertised "from scratch" or even that tasty, very few drink selections, activities...
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 our community, offering both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we’re all about making life as engaging, enjoyable and seamless as possible. As an assisted living resident at our San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar and a life of...
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Photo of Country Oaks at Hamilton Creek
99 Photos available
8.5
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6 reviews
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Vaccum, dust, bedding change weekly. Trash pick-up daily. Breakfast by choice off the menu. Other meals are set but limited options available.We do not need the medication administration but it is...
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 The Watermark at Southpark Meadows
1313 Photos available
8.5
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20 reviews
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20 reviews
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As with most facilities-they could use more staff, food is good. Not nearly as crowded or as hectic as previous. Facility is clean all the time. Like any other Memorycare facility they could use more help...
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.
Watermark Retirement Communities® has been transforming senior living with passion and purpose for more than 30 years.The Watermark at Southpark Meadows is an urban retreat where Hill Country casual meets Texas flair.Explore new passions, forge lasting friendships, and celebrate well-being in...
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Photo of Solstice at Austin
2727 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.6
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74 reviews
8.6
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74 reviews
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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.
Solstice Senior Living at Austin is a welcoming, vibrant and engaging independent senior living community in the heart of Austin, Texas. Through our Vibrant Life® program, we strive to enhance and enrich your life with meaningful activities and by creating community with your neighbors. We are...
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Photo of Avanti Senior Living at Bee Cave
77 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.4
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7 reviews
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Care staff is amazing as is the dining staff. The facility is always kept clean as well as the apartments. Retention of staff however is a challenge.
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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Photo of Elan Westpointe
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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8.3
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54 reviews
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54 reviews
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Staff is friendly and nice overall. Clean and well kept rooms, they have some nice activities. Communication between Elan and medical group they recommend is slow and requires a lot of follow up in order for...
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.
Elan Westpointe is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas. The center is fresh and modern, constructed of limestone with iron accents on balconies and awnings. Conveniently located off highways 46 and 337 and just west of Unicorn of...
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Photo of Mariella of Round Rock
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.3
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68 reviews
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Initially, she was in assisted living but quickly(within 3 months) the staff along with the family determined she needed more supervision and directions. The food seems to be OK but with her memory loss she...
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.
Winner of the BEST OF 2020 AWARD from SeniorAdvisor.com awarded to the top 1% of providers nationwide.Round Rock - Redefining Senior Living in Teravista NeighborhoodRolling Rivers, known for senior living communities that deliver sophistication, style and exquisite personal service, opened Summer...
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Photo of Maple Ridge
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8.2
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My mom moved in a few months ago and she has been very pleased! The staff and residents have been very friendly and helpful. She likes the food and there are a variety of fun activities offered. The...
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.
Maple Ridge is owned and operated by Hawthorn Senior Living. We have been in the retirement business for over 40 years and have over 40 communities throughout the United States and Canada.Maple Ridge is an All-Inclusive 55+ community located in Cedar Park, Texas. Cedar Park is a bustling, growing...
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Photo of Argent Court Bastrop
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My overall experience has been amazing. I think the staff and the care and the cleanliness in the food and the room size. The apartments is amazing. Personally, I have not experienced any of the activities...
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.
Argent Court offers a warm, community-oriented assisted living experience for seniors across several Texas locations. Residents enjoy personalized support — from help with daily tasks and medication management to 24/7 staffing for peace of mind — while still maintaining as much independence as...
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Photo of The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.3
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58 reviews
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58 reviews
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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.
Care that Evolves with YouWe have purposefully designed The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living to evolve with your needs.Private Cottages - Live a low-maintenance retirement with a private cottage at The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living. Enjoy all the perks of our community while maintaining...
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Cost of independent living in Hays County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Hays County is $3,300 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blanco, TX with an average of $3,216 per month.

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. nearby counties

Hays County, TX
$3,300/mo

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

Hays County, TX
$3,300/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. other senior living options

$6,109/mo
Independent Living
$3,300/mo

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,851/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,356/mo

Senior living costs in Hays County 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: Hays County, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHays County, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,300/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,806/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,109/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Hays County, TX:$3,300/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Hays County, TX:$4,806/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Hays County, TX:$6,109/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Hays County

Recent reviews for independent living in Hays County

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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Arbor House of Marble Falls

4.8
It's great - my family member loves it there. They've been very nice and treat her respectfully. She likes the people that she's met. We love the apartment - it's perfect for her. Really the only issue is her water pressure, which she's having a hard time getting them to fix.

Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Antonio, TX

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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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Hays County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hays County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hays 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 Hays 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 Hays County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hays County, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hays 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 Hays County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hays County, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
57.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hays 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 Hays County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hays County, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
68.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.1%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living, Sage Plum Creek and Gemstone at San Marcos are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hays County, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 223 independent living facilities near Hays County, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hays County, Texas are The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, Village on the Park Onion Creek and The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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