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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Penelope, TX
The cost of independent living in Penelope is about $3,633 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 97 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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22 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
32 reviews
We have been at Brookdale Lakeshore for 6 years. The care our mother has received, especially since the arrival of the new director has been wonderful. They are truely our extended family.
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 join us at our assisted living community in Waco, Texas, we’ll take care of the responsibilities — housekeeping, laundry, cooking and providing just the right amount of personal assistance and care to make your life easier — so you can spend your days doing exactly what you want....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
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46 reviews
I moved my husband into the Brookdale in July. We can’t say enough good about it. The care is wonderful. The people that work there, are amazing. They treat the patients as family. They are very kind 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.
Create your cozy sanctuary in a spacious, private apartment and engage with friends and neighbors in our charming, home-like environment. Our assisted living community, which provides both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, is nestled on 11 wooded acres on the banks of the Brazos...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.0
Review score
16 reviews
My dad has gained up to a healthy weight. He's not as depressed as he was in other places he has stayed. His laundry and room are always clean. The kitchen is always open and busy. Meals smell and look...
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 Waco is an assisted living community living located in the peaceful town of Waco, McLennan County, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. Designed to serve at least 16 seniors, the community is enclosed with major shops and stores within the neighborhood. Residents get the...
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3.0
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3 reviews
It's worked great! They have changed hands, so it's a little too soon to know how that's going to go. But so far we are pretty happy with them. We don't have any major complaints about the cleanliness, or...
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.
Welcome to Wesley HouseEncouraging independence... while nurturing our resident's needsBehind each of our residents is a fascinating story, and it is our primary focus and pleasure to make living at Wesley House a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. Our residents receive personalized care...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Penelope, TX
The average cost of senior living in Penelope is $3,633 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abbott, TX with an average of $3,384 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Penelope, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Penelope
Recent reviews for independent living in Penelope
Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, TX
5.0
Mother has been a resident here for eleven years. The staff is doing a good job. The director and activities coordinator go above and beyond to help residents stay active and involved. The nurse addresses the healthcare needs. Maintenance is very helpful.
Brookdale Lake Brazos in Waco, TX
4.6
I absolutely loved the facility. It had everything mom needed. The staff was very helpful and accommodating upon mother's move in and move out. The meals were well made and I especially enjoyed the dinning area. Mother had plenty of activities to keep her busy. For the most part my mother was ...
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Mercy House Waco
4.6
The overall cleanliness of the community was one of the biggest things that stood out to us as well as it being a smaller scale community. One of the things we were looking for was efficient medication management and we thought they provided that pretty well here. If Mercy House Waco fits your ...
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Penelope independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penelope independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penelope, 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 Penelope 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 Penelope partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penelope, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Penelope 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 Penelope communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penelope, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penelope 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 Penelope offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penelope, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.7%
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Brookdale Lakeshore, Brookdale Lake Brazos and Mercy House Waco are the top-rated independent living facilities near Penelope, Texas. See full list of communities.
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