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The cost of independent living in Ponder is about $4,205 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 418 options.

Read 14936 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 Denton, Flower Mound and Keller.

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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: 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.
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I have been very happy at Autumn Hill. I receive excellent care. If you can't be at home this is the best. My husband lived with me here until he passed a few years ago. We were blessed to have such a nice...
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.
Autumn Hill Manor is located off Main Street in a picturesque residential neighborhood south of Weatherford's Historic Square.  We are near the medical district, the hospital and shopping.  Our goal is to provide a home-like setting where comfortable is the mood of the day.  Our...
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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.
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.
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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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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.
Lakeland Hills Senior Living provides individuals with an independent living community in Dallas, TX. This community is a great home for those who are looking to be a part of all that the city of Dallas has to offer. Dallas is a part of Dallas County and provides residents and guests with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Grace Presbyterian Village is a continuing care retirement community located on 27 beautiful wooded acres in Oak Cliff, within the Dallas Metroplex. As a not for-profit organization, we pledge to enrich the lives of those we serve by providing exceptional care and services in a faith-based...
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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: 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.
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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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: 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.
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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.
Angels of Hands is an Assisted Living and Adult Day Care geared to serving male residents only.Mission:To provide a wide range of professional, high quality health care service while ensuring compassionate care designed to optimize every patient’s dignity, autonomy and comfort.•1 story...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Ponder, TX

The average cost of senior living in Ponder is $4,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haslet, TX with an average of $4,077 per month.

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

Ponder, TX
$4,205/mo
$4,320/mo
$4,279/mo

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

Ponder, TX
$4,205/mo
$4,218/mo
U.S. national average
$4,278/mo

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

$5,110/mo
Independent Living
$4,205/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,048/mo
Studio
$2,566/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,048/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,892/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,163/mo

Senior living costs in Ponder 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: Ponder, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typePonder, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,205/mo$4,218/mo$4,278/mo
Assisted Living$4,879/mo$4,742/mo$4,816/mo
Memory Care$5,110/mo$4,901/mo$5,094/mo
Independent Living
Ponder, TX:$4,205/mo
Texas:$4,218/mo
U.S.:$4,278/mo
Assisted Living
Ponder, TX:$4,879/mo
Texas:$4,742/mo
U.S.:$4,816/mo
Memory Care
Ponder, TX:$5,110/mo
Texas:$4,901/mo
U.S.:$5,094/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ponder

Recent reviews for independent living in Ponder

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

Warm and friendly staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in various communities, such as The Waterford at Mesquite, Brookdale Club Hill, and Atria Hometown. Residents appreciate the sense of community and kindness shown by both staff and fellow residents.
Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Communities such as Asher Point Independent Living of Arlington and Town Village Crossing have received praise for their clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents speak highly of the cleanliness of their apartments and common areas, enhancing their overall living experience.
Delicious and varied meals. Food quality is a significant factor in residents' satisfaction, with communities like The Waterford at Plano and Discovery Village at Castle Hills offering tasty and diverse meal options. Residents enjoy the convenience of having meals provided and the flexibility to choose from several opt ...
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Active social calendar with various activities. Communities such as Mountain Creek Retirement Living, Discovery Village North Dallas, and The Wellington at North Richland Hills provide numerous activities for residents, ensuring they remain engaged and active. Residents value the opportunity to participate in events and meet new friends ...
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Thoughtful and helpful staff. Staff members at various communities demonstrate exceptional care and assistance, as seen in reviews for Atria Hometown, Brookdale Club Hill, and The Waterford at Fort Worth. Residents appreciate the consideration and attention they receive from staff members, enhancing their overall livin ...
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Access to convenient amenities. Communities like Broadway Cityview and The Vantage at Cityview offer valuable amenities, such as on-site laundry facilities and transportation services, making daily life more convenient for residents and allowing them to save time and energy.
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Ponder independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponder independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponder, 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 Ponder 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 Ponder partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.5%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.4%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
31.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
34.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.8%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponder 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 Ponder communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponder, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.1%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.9%
44.6%
Room service
Room service
59.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponder 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 Ponder offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponder, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.6%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.4%
48.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.9%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.3%
44.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.1%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.5%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.1%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
34%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.4%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.8%
47.5%
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Highlands Village Senior Living of Mansfield, Discovery Village North Dallas and Dogwood Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ponder, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 418 independent living facilities near Ponder, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ponder, Texas are Dogwood Estates, Silvermark Assisted Living and Memory Care and Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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