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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rusk, TX
The cost of independent living in Rusk is about $3,729 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 589 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Jacksonville, Pleasant Grove and Wells.
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We loved all the people. Even after our loved one passed on, we missed the staff. They are all so precious. We never found anything to be unclean or anything. It's just a beautiful place. I would highly...
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.
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. They are really nice and treat my loved one very well. My loved one really likes the staff. The food tastes really good according to my loved...
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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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The staff really work hard at making Mom welcome and feel at home. This is a great fit for our family. I wish there were more activities to keep the residents occupied. The food is great, they really work...
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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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
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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, 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
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We toured this location while looking into options for our loved one. It was a very nice looking place, it was clean and the staff we met were friendly. The activities in particular looked impressive, they...
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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We thought she had good care there, they have everything there. She was in the memory care unit and it was really good, for locally in Tyler that was the best they had to offer. I would say good things about...
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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Moved mom in during the pandemic, many options and activities were closed. As they are starting up she has met some new friends and is settling in nicely.
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, 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.
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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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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 Rusk, TX
The average cost of senior living in Rusk is $3,729 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elkhart, TX with an average of $3,595 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rusk, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rusk, TX vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rusk vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rusk, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Rusk
Recent reviews for independent living in Rusk
Dogwood Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care in Palestine, TX
4.0
Very friendly staff. Memory care area a bit isolated but rooms nice and large. Food in memory care was not that great and served on paper plates and didn't seem very nutritious. Director was very nice and easy to work with.
Brookdale Palestine
4.9
Brookdale Palestine is the BEST. They treat the patients like family. I have been at peace knowing they will take care of my sister. The staff are wonderful with the patients. I have had my sister in several facilities. AND HANDS DOWN BROOKDALE PALESTINE IS THE BEST. The food is awesome. They ...
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Rusk independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rusk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rusk, 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 Rusk 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 Rusk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rusk 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 Rusk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rusk, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rusk 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 Rusk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Willow Park, Garden Estates of Tyler and The Hamptons at Greenridge Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rusk, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 42 independent living facilities near Rusk, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Rusk, Texas is Atria Willow Park. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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