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The cost of independent living in Merit is about $2,816 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 293 options.

Read 9193 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 Rockwall, Allen and McKinney.

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Photo of Vitality Court Texas Star
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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They really focus on the residents. They make them feel special. They listen to any concerns you might have. This includes dining room staff, personal caretakers, and the cleaning crew! They are joyful and...
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.
Texas Star Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Allen, Texas, in Collin County and home to over 84,000 people. Part of the Dallas suburbs, Allen is a small modern city where residents will enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, local shops, fairs and markets. They can also get their exercise, go...
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Photo of Mustang Creek Estates Flower Mound
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8.9
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MCE staff has been so accommodating and helpful in settling him into his new surroundings. He is engaged and participating in the events throughout the week. He feels welcome and the Exec. Director has gone...
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 Mustang Creek Estates of Flower Mound is a new concept in Assisted Living & Memory Care! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in...
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55 Photos available
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13 reviews
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Sage Oaks has truly been a Godsend for our family. After a traumatic experience at [community removed] where we were told my father required skilled nursing rather than memory care the transition to Sage...
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.
Photo of Brookdale Summer Ridge
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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8.9
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The friendliness and servant attitude of the entire facility from maintenance to food servers, nurses, etc... was the difference maker for us. Also the fact that they offered additional levels of care as...
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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The consultants were always incredibly helpful, and their follow-up was consistent throughout the entire process. I truly felt like they cared about achieving a positive outcome just as much as I...
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.
Welcome...to Corinthians, the premiere choice for senior retirement living in Carrollton, Texas. Corinthians offers a combination of services and amenities to complement your choice of activities within a beautiful, uplifting environment. Our independent retirement lifestyle meets the diverse...
Photo of Cambridge Court Senior Living and Memory Care
3131 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Staff is all extremely polite and for the most part very friendly. If they’re gonna put out a menu have what’s on the menu don’t give me a menu and then say no we don’t have it.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to our senior living community in Mesquite, TX, Cambridge Court! Independent living, assisted living, and memory care make Dallas County seniors feel right at home. Enjoy lush outdoor spaces, a landscaped courtyard, and private pet-friendly apartments. Meet new friends and form meaningful...
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Too often, they served cold meals when hot meals were the expectation. Especially at dinner. The apartment size and location of the community were fine.
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.
One of the most unique benefits of Monticello West, is that we bring care to you. You can move throughout your life journey all within familiar surroundings. Start in independent living and as you need it begin receiving assisted living services. Home is home no matter what level of care you...
Photo of Pegasus Landing of Forney
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Pegasus Landing was good for a while and then the care got not so great. For example, she would be left sitting in her depends too long or they weren't as good about taking care of her overall hygiene like...
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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Photo of Brookdale Stonebridge Ranch
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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65 reviews
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The staff is good, although there is some high turnover quality of care is pretty good although we stay on top of things. Her room is not very clean, but part of that is her fault.
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 in McKinney, Texas, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is key to aging well and living well. That’s why each day here brings anything but the ordinary. You and your friends might...
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Photo of Village on the Park Stonebridge Ranch
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff/Care seemed to be good. Pretty good activities. Food is great size of the studio apartment is very small but it's fine for mom. The only issue I've really seen is when you request maintenance 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.
Village on the Park Stonebridge Ranch offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in McKinney, TX. Residents living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia benefit from Aspenwood's SOAR® Memory Care Program, which combines cognitive enrichment, sensory engagement, and personalized support to create...
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Photo of Cariad at North Brook Assisted Living and Memory Care
1111 Photos available
8.7
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39 reviews
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When Mother and I came in about 30 minutes early to discuss her living there they welcomed us. Told them we were waiting on my sister and apologize for being so early, but never know about traffic from...
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 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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Photo of Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Campbell Park
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The staff seem very warm and friendly. The food is good and the facility is clean and in a nice neighborhood. Yes, I would recommend Colonial Oaks to others but only as a last resort (if you can't afford 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.
At Colonial Oaks Senior Living at Campbell Park, our personalized services are designed for those who desire the finer things in life. Since we believe life improves with age, we have created special services and carefree environment that promote independence and dignity without all of the...
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Photo of Beehive Homes of McKinney
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A nice and cozy place for the elderly to live atmosphere is peaceful and staff hardworking and nice. It's a home away from a home ,serene beautiful atmosphere residents are cares for activities, food 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.
Beehive Homes of McKinney's benefits include private bedrooms and bathrooms to support individual independence, outstanding home-cooked meals, activities and exercise designed to meet each resident's needs, group association with open dining and living areas, and caregivers who really care about...
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Photo of Bethesda Gardens Carrollton
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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They have a caring staff. Someone is always checking on my Dad and giving him reminders for everything from game time to meal time. They help Dad daily with dressing or changes as required. The facility 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.
Upon visiting Carrollton Gardens, you will find variety of activities and floorplans as well as multiple common areas that enable residents to feel that the entire community is their home. Our experienced team provides superior services, premium amenities, fine dining, and elder care to the...
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Photo of The Oaks at Flower Mound
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My mother has been a resident at The Oaks at Flower Mound for over a year and it has been a great year due to the facility, care, meals, activities and very helpful staff... but the level of care 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.
Discover an abundance of exceptional service, personalized care, and delicious dining in a beautifully warm and inviting setting that feels just like home at The Oaks at Flower Mound. Our loving staff is passionate about providing just the right level of attention and care while still preserving...
Photo of Tribute Senior Living
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The staff usually gave smiles on their faces. They laugh and interact with the residents. Always a hello how are you doing as they pass by. I like how it is set up. It's small. I can't remember how many...
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 Sunrise of Frisco
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44 Floor plans available
8.6
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79 reviews
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The facility and staff are very responsive to requests from family members and are kind to the residents. The reason I may rate 4 instead of 5 is that at times I have had to reinforce requests to 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.
The moment you walk in the door of Sunrise of Frisco, you will experience a remarkable sense of family in our community. Our dedicated team passionately works to provide a special community with the highest level of senior care in the area. We offer both Assisted Living as well as Memory Care in...
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I would give all of them a 5. The staff has been wonderful in helping to get every thing taken care of and the facility is beautiful. The staff walked me through all the steps needed to get my husband into...
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.
Built near historic downtown McKinney, TX, Legend of McKinney provides assisted living and memory care options. We are pleased to be a part of the community, just minutes from Adriatica Village and other shopping and dining spots. We're also near the Medical Center of McKinney and Baylor...
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Photo of Willow Bend Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Overall experience - The people we worked with made the transition very easy. Cleanliness - I never saw anything that seemed unclean, in the general facility or in my dad's room. Quality of care - My dad...
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.
Willow Bend Assisted Living and Memory Care is committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service...
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What I like the most about The Luxe is how it is quiet and the people here are friendly. I would recommend The Luxe to other families who may need a place their loved ones
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.
When you make The Luxe at Rowlett your new home, you step into a lifestyle of convenience, relaxation, and effortless style. Whether it’s our beautifully landscaped property, spacious sunlit interiors, or our incredible selection of amenities, you’ll find something you love around every corner of...
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It was located very close to my home. The staff were friendly and welcoming. It was very clean and I loved the way the staff interacted with the residents.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Collin County, Wyndham Court of Plano offers exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care in a warm, welcoming environment where residents can truly feel at home. Conveniently located near top-rated medical facilities and just minutes from the beautiful Arbor Hills Nature...
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8.5
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Positive experience. Everyone was friendly. Process was smooth and well explained. My mom loves the activities, and the house living lifestyle. Place is very clean and the food is good. Overall very happy...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 14 to 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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Photo of Christian Care Communities and Services Mesquite
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The staff is amazing. The apartments are clean and well appointed -she loves the social aspect. We love visiting her there. Everyone is so friendly to us as well. A great community.
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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8.4
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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 Terrace 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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Photo of River Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.4
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Fives for everything. What we like the most about the community is that it is a smaller size, and their staff are caring. They have fun volunteer visitors as well as activities. Yes, we would recommend River...
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.
Located in the northwest suburbs of Dallas, River Oaks offers the best assisted living and memory care services in the area. The residence is beautiful, thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of older adults, and provides a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance a vibrant...
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Cost of independent living in Merit, TX

The average cost of senior living in Merit is $2,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockwall, TX with an average of $2,544 per month.

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

Merit, TX
$2,816/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,295/mo
Independent Living
$2,816/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,555/mo
Studio
$2,417/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,963/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,992/mo

Senior living costs in Merit 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: Merit, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerit, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$2,816/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,638/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,295/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Merit, TX:$2,816/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Merit, TX:$4,638/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Merit, TX:$6,295/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Merit

Recent reviews for independent living in Merit

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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Merit independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merit independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merit, 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 Merit 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 Merit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
46.1%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Merit 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 Merit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merit, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.6%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
54.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.2%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merit 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 Merit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merit, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.9%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.2%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
71.3%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
50.8%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.8%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.7%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dogwood Estates, Meadowstone Place and Silvermark Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merit, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 293 independent living facilities near Merit, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Merit, Texas are Dogwood Estates, Silvermark Assisted Living and Memory Care and Brookdale Denton South. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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