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The cost of independent living in Lucas is about $5,112 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 1713 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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The experience is great. The only reason I gave a 4 for care services is they haven't been able to get a hair professional in, we had to cut Moms hair ourselves. The new owners are fantastic, but the 4 for...
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.
Golden Grace DAHS is your home away from home.Golden Grace DAHS is dedicated to providing specialized care services for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other Dementias.The program promotes social, emotional and physical well-being to our members to achieve optimal health and remaining as...
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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.
Park Residences Plano is an active senior living community in Plano, Texas, proudly welcoming older adults from Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton, Arlington, Frisco, Allen, Garland, and across the greater DFW area.As one of the leading 55+ communities in Plano, we’re known for providing comfort,...
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My Grandfather has had nothing but positive things to say about the staff. We are from a larger community so there are less social events then he is used to but the staff does their best to keep him engaged.
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.
At Cariad at North Brook we offer top notch service in a warm, caring environment. We are located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet neighborhood near the All Ruschhaupt Soccer Complex.We welcome both you and your family by offering a private dining room for entertaining guests, overnight...
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We really enjoy the feeling of being in our own house. We can drive our car into the spacious attached garage (wide enough to get into or out of a wheelchair on either side of the car). Then without having...
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 Emerald Cottages of Stonebridge is strategically located in Stonebridge Ranch, and just minutes away from shopping, dining, office and medical. Each cottage unit is wonderfully appointed with great amenities, including: 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Wood floors in the living areas, Granite...
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I would like to praise all the hard working staff [names removed]. They have been very friendly ,tentative, informative and caring. [name removed] is sweet, helpful, and always working hard in the books...
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.
Redbud Place is located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet tree lined neighborhood on the edge of town. Our comfortable homelike community promotes independence while assisting residents with daily routines such as: Medication management Monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high...
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These ratings on how they have been treating mom and myself when I'm there. The staff now is pretty good. They treat mom like she is their mom and the only issue is they have gotten caregivers who don't have...
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.
Recognized as the best location in town, Allen's premier assisted living and memory care community specializes in a holistic approach to wellness, including individual resident customization of our proprietary Seven Dimensions of Wellness. A resident thrives when they feel connected and engaged...
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I can not think of anything that was not wonderful. They were also the most cost-effective I looked at. My dad is in the memory care unit. I have recommend two or three people already. Christian Care is 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.
Christian Care, in Allen, Texas is a member of the Christian Care Senior Living Communities family, which currently serves seniors in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We are a faith-based, not-for-profit provider with a 70 year history of serving seniors with incredibly compassionate care. Our Life...
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a clean and safe place to live. overall, i am very pleased with my experience here.
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.
Springwood at Allen is a new premier 62+ Active Adult, 100% Smoke Free, community on Main St. in Allen, Texas. We have a total of 92 one story units making it unique and cozy from other active adult communities. All homes have glass enclosed walk-in showers, granite countertops, and energy...
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It is a nice place, but I think it is a little misleading. They say it is an active 55 and older community, and after spring came around, a lot of the community is not as active. There were several cliques...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In Allen, “live, work, play” isn’t a cliché — it’s a fact of life.For years, Allen has consistently ranked on ‘best places to move’ lists because of its superior amenities, excellent schools, best of class shopping and dining options, and an award-winning parks and trails system. In fact, MONEY...
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It's a great first transition for a loved one leaving their home. The amenities are fantastic. The care from the staff was amazing, and they focused on the health and wellness of the residence. My father...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Overture Fairview — a beautiful and upscale 55+ active adult apartment home experience that celebrates active lifestyles like never before. Here, you’ll discover resort inspiration mixed with a vibrant, and connected atmosphere. Enjoy the best of a new community, as well as stunning...
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Photo of Oxford Grand at McKinney
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The quality of care got a 4 because the needs of people in memory care are high and at times there did not always appear to be enough staff. The staff themselves were kind and caring. Rooms were extremely...
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.
Are you looking for vibrant Assisted Living in a worry-free environment, or personalized Memory Care that offers hope and joy to loved ones with Alzheimer's and dementia? The extraordinary staff at The Oxford Grand will tailor a personal care plan just for you. (Ask about Oxford's specialized...
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We like that the Villagio at Plano is a smaller community especially given that our loved one is fully deaf. The staff have really worked hard to get their heads around that and be super accommodating...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Plano, Magnolia Assisted Living offers a cozy, boutique-style senior care experience with the comfort and security of home. We opened our doors in 2023 and are proud to be part of the Magnolia family of care homes, a locally owned and operated group with a deep commitment...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Lucas, TX

The average cost of senior living in Lucas is $5,112 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nevada, TX with an average of $4,525 per month.

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

Lucas, TX
$5,112/mo
$4,934/mo
$5,082/mo

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

Lucas, TX
$5,112/mo
$4,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$6,136/mo
Independent Living
$5,112/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,220/mo
Studio
$4,967/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,225/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,984/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,600/mo

Senior living costs in Lucas 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: Lucas, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLucas, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$5,112/mo$4,246/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,542/mo$4,774/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,136/mo$4,941/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Lucas, TX:$5,112/mo
Texas:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Lucas, TX:$5,542/mo
Texas:$4,774/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Lucas, TX:$6,136/mo
Texas:$4,941/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Lucas

Recent reviews for independent living in Lucas

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Fresh and varied meal options. Several reviews mention the importance of having a good selection of meal options and the desire for fresh fruit and fewer canned items. At Solstice at Plano, residents have asked for more fresh fruit and fewer repetitive meals. At Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living, the meals are gen ...
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Staff's attentiveness and friendliness. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various communities. At Parkview in Allen, staff members are described as friendly and receptive to communication. At Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living, staff go above and beyond to ensure residents have what they ...
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Modern facilities with updated amenities. Residents appreciate modern facilities, such as the updated living spaces and amenities at Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living. Some communities, like Parkview in Allen, have received recent updates and improvements, making for a more modern and appealing environment.
Thoughtful communication and transparency. Clear and effective communication is crucial for families and residents. At Parkview in Allen, regular meetings are held with residents and their loved ones. At The Waterford at Plano, staff members are responsive to concerns and keep residents informed about changes.
Engaging activities and entertainment. Activities are an essential part of senior living, with residents enjoying a variety of offerings at several communities, such as Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living, where entertainers are frequently brought in.
Reasonable cost and value for services. Value is a significant consideration for many families. While some communities, like Parkview in Allen, are more expensive, residents and families believe the cost is justified for the quality of care and services provided. At Alexis Estates Gracious Retirement Living, the community is expen ...
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Lucas independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lucas independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lucas, 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 Lucas 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 Lucas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lucas, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lucas 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 Lucas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lucas, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
59.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lucas 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 Lucas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lucas, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
78.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.2%
46.4%
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Parkview in Allen, Mustang Creek Estates Allen and Vitality Court Texas Star are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lucas, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Lucas, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lucas, Texas are Discovery Village North Dallas, Meadowstone Place and Landing at Watermere Frisco. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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