10 Best Independent Living Communities in Merit, TX

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The cost of independent living in Merit is about $4,271 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 291 options. Read 9003 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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Cost of independent living in Merit, TX

The average cost of senior living in Merit is $4,271 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Union Valley, TX with an average of $3,662 per month.

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

Merit, TX

$4,271/mo

Farmersville, TX

$4,102/mo

Celeste, TX

$4,390/mo

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

Merit, TX

$4,271/mo

Texas state

$4,220/mo

U.S. national average

$4,247/mo

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

Assisted Living

$5,180/mo

Memory Care

$5,573/mo

Independent Living

$4,271/mo

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

Studio

$2,637/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,152/mo

2 Bedroom

$4,048/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$3,825/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 type	Merit, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$4,271/mo	$4,220/mo	$4,247/mo
Assisted Living	$5,180/mo	$4,740/mo	$4,784/mo
Memory Care	$5,573/mo	$4,899/mo	$5,056/mo

Independent Living

Merit, TX:$4,271/mo

Texas:$4,220/mo

U.S.:$4,247/mo

Assisted Living

Merit, TX:$5,180/mo

Texas:$4,740/mo

U.S.:$4,784/mo

Memory Care

Merit, TX:$5,573/mo

Texas:$4,899/mo

U.S.:$5,056/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 ...

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 ...

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

28.6%

20.9%

Low / no sodium

51.6%

35.2%

No sugar

46%

31.6%

Vegetarian

41.7%

34.3%

Pureed meals

25.8%

11.1%

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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

48.8%

37.1%

Restaurant style dining

58.3%

44.3%

Room service

54.8%

37.7%

Anytime dining

25.8%

17.5%

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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

66.3%

46%

Pet-focused programs

46.4%

28.9%

Community service programs

47.2%

33.8%

Devotional activities on-site

64.7%

48.1%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

73.4%

49.6%

Outings / off-site activities

67.9%

54.7%

Piano or organ

61.1%

43.8%

Arts and crafts center

58.7%

39.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

58.3%

42.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

69.8%

47.9%

Live performances

71%

47.5%

Dances

50.8%

33.8%

Fitness center

51.2%

40.3%

Fitness classes

69.8%

47.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Village North Dallas, Dogwood Estates and Village on the Park Plano are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merit, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 291 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 The Waterford at Mesquite. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Merit, TX

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Cost of independent living in Merit, TX

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