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Photo of Vitality Living Preston Hollow
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44 Floor plans available
8.4
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Management team is awesome, they stood out to me because they focused on [name removed] and her wants and needs. Staff is very friendly, especially the front desk staff also love [name removed] and [name...
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.
Welcome to our new Chapter! The newly managed and reimagined Vitality Living Preston Hollow is a vibrant senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Unique to Preston Hollow are our Vivid Life programs, which help enrich our residents’ minds, bodies, and spirits that support...
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88 Floor plans available
8.4
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The staff was very caring, the activities director was awesome always kept the memory care members engaged with cooking, creating socialization in fun and creative ways Staff always kept me informed on...
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.
Looking for a luxurious senior care option in Midlothian? Midtowne offers an upscale lifestyle for older adults seeking top-tier nursing homes south of Dallas. Enjoy the pleasures of small-town living combined with dynamic senior living in our thoughtfully designed community. Whether relaxing in...
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8.4
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Staff is very friendly and helpful when it comes to our concerns about my aunt. I think they should revamp their menu for the residents and give more them variety. More attention to housekeeping in some...
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 Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar faces,...
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66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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[name removed], Executive Director, is always on top of issues. [name removed], Activities Director, is the best at her job. She is full of energy and loves the folks. [name removed], RN, is very...
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.
When you’re ready to embrace all that life has to offer, our assisted living community is the perfect place to do this. Located in Rockwall, Texas, near scenic Lake Ray Hubbard and a short drive from Dallas, we’re conveniently located near quality health care, eclectic shopping, banks and fine...
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Great staff. Property is beautiful and super clean. Great food. Super entertainment for residents. My friend is very, very happy there.
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 The Grove on Forest Lane, we believe in an intentional senior living experience full of community and camaraderie. Through compassionate, highly personalized care and support, we empower our residents to live their best life as independently as possible in a place that feels just like home. In...
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The staff was super friendly. And they let me know about practical stuff to make dad more comfortable. I really can't stress enough how wonderful Juniper Village was with Dad and us.
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.
Juniper Village at Preston Hollow provides senior living including assisted living and Wellspring memory care. Our active senior living community is located in the prestigious Preston Hollow neighbor in Dallas, Texas. Our community features cozy living spaces, inviting common areas, nicely...
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Everything would be a 5 their great. like the activities they have planned for the residents each day. How they make the new residents feel welcome by providing them a welcome gift with some of the things...
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.
Bradfield Place is located in a quiet tree lined residential neighborhood in Mesquite, Texas. We are five miles from the gorgeous Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. We offer a thoughtful, warm and caring environment designed to promote independence and dignity. With that in mind we offer...
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Staff are helpful, but others need to know that this is independent living. One has to have their own medical care provider independent from Autumn Leaves. The chef could be a bit more adventurous. We give...
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.
Autumn Leaves is a small and intimate senior living community with a big heart.The atmosphere at Autumn Leaves is one of the most important elements for our residents and it’s the exact thing that sets us apart from other senior living communities in the area. Because Autumn Leaves has a genuine,...
Photo of Brookdale Corsicana
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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Our loved one has since passed, but what our family really liked the most about Brookdale Corsicana is definitely their staff team! Yes! Would most definitely recommend this community to other families who ...
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.
In our assisted living community, you can fill in your social calendar and focus on fun, and we’ll provide just the right amount of personal assistance and care to make your life easier. Located in the historic and thriving city of Corsicana, Texas, our assisted living lifestyle provides all the...
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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.
Anthology of Highland Park, located steps away from Al Biernat's and the shops of Highland Park. This location is close to ample opportunities for shopping, dining, and exploration. The 11-story high-rise senior living community offers residents spacious private apartments and exceptional...
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Photo of Santa Fe Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.0
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28 reviews
8.0
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28 reviews
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It's a good place. The staff is friendly and attentive. The facilities are clean. We've had no problems. I do think it's a little pricey as they went up on costs last year, conveniently the same time that SS...
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 Cleburne’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 landmarks,...
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8.0
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Based on the experience we have had so far with Christian Care Communities, we can say that our loved ones are very happy they are there so far. They are making new friends and enjoying the different...
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.
Christian Care Communities & Services – Mesquite is located in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex as a faith-based, non-profit provider. Our Life Plan Community – encompasses Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Rehab, and Hospice Services. This enables our...
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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 Preston of The Park CitiesA luxurious retreat steps away from upscale Park Cities and Preston Hollow.Chic lifestyle-focused community senior living with state-of-the-art amenities, world-class restaurants, enriching workshops, and more. Explore Assisted Living, The Bridge, Memory Care, and...
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Overall, a very professional organization with good service and care. Downside; food, as usual, very bland. [name removed] hates the food and is disappointed in lack of responsiveness for anything out of 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.
At Parsons House Preston Hollow, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals...
Photo of The Landon at Lake Highlands
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Plenty of opportunity to stay active with exercise programs daily, pleasant dining room for lunch and dinner, speakers occasionally, crafts, physical therapy is offered with order from physician.
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.
The Landon at Lake Highlands is the definition of exceptional senior living. We provide a distinctive lifestyle filled with friendships, life enrichment activities and attention to every detail. Enjoy gourmet meals in our elegant dining room or watch the sunset over the Dallas skyline from our...
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We chose Abba Care because I felt really comfortable with the manager, she seemed very honest. They had Hispanics as well and that was something I was looking for. I love that I can walk in at anytime, there...
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.
Abba Care is a family-owned and operated assisted living that has served Garland and the surrounding areas for more than 15 years. Designed and built from the ground up with the resident in mind, Abba Care houses 16 residents in each of its twin buildings. This means every resident is able to...
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Very friendly lovely place staff is very nice they have their own private rooms where they don't have to share but you can't have roommate if you'd like. Very helpful great location again wonderful staff
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Washington Pointe
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The staff is very caring and understanding of what each person needs. The facility is always clean and in good condition. Upper Management is fully involved in all activities and operations, and takes a...
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.
Independent Villas Assisted Living Memory Care Combining the warmth of home with wonderful amenities, MacArthur Hills is looking forward to serving your family. Located in Las Colinas and neighboring the premier Hackberry Creek community, MacArthur Hills will offer our Residents a vibrant...
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Photo of The Tradition - Prestonwood
99 Photos available
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This is a top rate place. Compared to what I was expecting to pay, this is a reasonable priced community. The staff communication with the family has been wonderful! The marketing people have been able to...
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.
Photo of The Orchards at Market Plaza
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Overall quality seems to have gone down since new management company took over The concierge is excellent. They are trying to improve on communication with the residents. Maintenance is behind on their...
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.
The Orchards at Market Plaza is all about relaxation, beauty, character and individuality! A new level of activities, scenery and experiences where life is more fun, healthy and vivid.The Orchards at Market Plaza is a stunning active adult community.We are brand new and opened July 2020!We are...
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I moved my elderly father after taking him out of [facility removed] which was third world and awful. I made the best decision as he made such tremendous progress at the new facility. They treated him so...
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.
Healthcare Resort of Plano The Healthcare Resort of Plano is a beautiful, upscale assisted living community located in Plano, TX. Plano is located in Collin County and is home to over 270,000 people. Plano is a bustling city with great restaurants, sporting events and shopping. Residents can...
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When it comes to the friendliness of the staff as well as the quality of care services, they get a 5++++. The staff of the house he is in, is great and he has never had better care. Based on the experience...
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.
Mayberry Gardens is a special assisted living residence providing family-style living for seniors who need some assistance, but don't require full time skilled nursing care. Each home is designed to accommodate 11 residents in a beautiful home-like environment that allows for both privacy and...
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I would give them a 3 on accounting and returning calls. The staff is very friendly and my Father In Law is happy there. My father in law enjoys the food. There are Plenty of activities if resident 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.
For comforting assisted living, Burleson seniors are finding support and satisfaction at Elk Creek. Beyond just a place to live, we offer older adults feelings of passion, certainty, and community. It’s our teams' privilege to serve residents, whether in their private senior apartments or...
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Majority of staff is friendly and respectful. Quite a few activities but not much participation, though this is no fault of Cottonwood.
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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Mom stayed at Walnut Place for a short respite stay. Walnut Place is a beautiful community, and the staff were amazing and attentive to Mom’s needs. [name removed], the coordinator at Walnut Place, was...
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 Walnut Place, our residents know about our historically good reputation and appreciate our location close to Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital. Like our residents, chances are, you’ll just feel like you belong here. A sense of fellowship abounds—a feeling of belonging. Our residents are not...

Cost of independent living in Howard, TX

The average cost of senior living in Howard is $4,052 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Midlothian, TX with an average of $3,474 per month.

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

Howard, TX
$4,052/mo
$3,897/mo
$3,959/mo

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

Howard, TX
$4,052/mo
$4,327/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,979/mo
Independent Living
$4,052/mo

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

Semi-Private
$1,645/mo
Studio
$2,429/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,881/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,630/mo

Senior living costs in Howard 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: Howard, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHoward, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,052/mo$4,327/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,762/mo$4,844/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,979/mo$5,020/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Howard, TX:$4,052/mo
Texas:$4,327/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Howard, TX:$4,762/mo
Texas:$4,844/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Howard, TX:$4,979/mo
Texas:$5,020/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Howard

Recent reviews for independent living in Howard

The Tradition - Prestonwood in Dallas, TX

4.9
A resident here for 10 years. I cannot imagine these past 10 years without the friends and care received here. For your sake and that of your caring family, this is where you need to be!

Everleigh Forestwood 55+ Apartment Homes in Dallas, TX

4.8
I think it is great. Everybody is close knit like a family. I have never been any place like this where all of the residents have joined together. Before COVID, the food was really good and it was fun. On Friday nights, we would have wine and different types of food. It was always a nice ...
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The Healthcare Resort of Plano

5.0
This is a gorgeous but mellow place with caring staff members. I had surgery and my needs were complex and the nursing team was able to make me feel safe and their expertise to hospital like procedures kept me worry free. I was discharged home with their outpatient therapy. Their therapy is top ...
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Howard independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howard independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howard, 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 Howard 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 Howard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howard, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Howard 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 Howard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howard, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.2%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.2%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
55.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howard 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 Howard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howard, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.8%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Buffalo Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Waxahachie and Morada Waxahachie are the top-rated independent living facilities near Howard, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 281 independent living facilities near Howard, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Howard, Texas are Broadway Cityview, Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks and Parkwood Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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