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Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities that await you at Watermere at Firewheel, a brand new independent living retirement community. Watermere is dedicated to creating a friendly and hassle-free living environment where residents can enjoy all the benefits of a safe, luxurious, and...
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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.
Experience the warmth, elegance, and opportunities that await you at Watermere at Firewheel, a brand new independent living retirement community. Watermere is dedicated to creating a friendly and hassle-free living environment where residents can enjoy all the benefits of a safe, luxurious, and...
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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.
Rambling Oaks Courtyard Assisted LivingRambling Oaks Courtyard is an assisted living community located in the suburbs of Dallas in the town of Highland Village, Texas. Perfectly located, Rambling Oaks is just minutes away from a major shopping mecca and a bustling small town. The former offers a...
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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.
Rambling Oaks Courtyard Assisted LivingRambling Oaks Courtyard is an assisted living community located in the suburbs of Dallas in the town of Highland Village, Texas. Perfectly located, Rambling Oaks is just minutes away from a major shopping mecca and a bustling small town. The former offers a...
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The staff at Franklin Park has been so friendly and welcoming. They have been very accommodating. It has worked out perfectly at this facility. My parents are limited in mobility and their room is in close...
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.
A NEW RETIREMENT LIFESTYLECruise through life at Franklin Park at Lewisville! There’s music, adventure and fun galore! We’re giving away cruises and vacations…trips designed to make you feel 20 again. For complete information about these and other opportunities, or to obtain a copy of our...
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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: 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 liked it but they felt like it was pretty expensive. You really only got two meals a day rather than three. You could buy lunch for extra. He thought that the food was good there. The physical structure is...
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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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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 owners are very good people. Nice homely atmosphere for my mother. Caregivers show great love and 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.
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It was everything I thought it was going to be. The director is great and her assistant is great. Anybody that can keep my step mother reasonably happy, is good in my book. I think she thinks of the...
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.
RENAISSANCE VILLAGE In today’s society, many retired people are living more active lives. Many of these individuals may need some assistance, yet not require the structured environment or care an assisted living facility provides.Created to promote an active homelike quality lifestyle,...
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: 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.
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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.
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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: 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.
Embrace a Life of Affordable Comfort at The Cesera - Just Minutes Away From Firewheel Town Center!LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to $2,800 in savings! *Some restrictions apply.The Cesera Senior Living participates in the affordable housing program where income limits apply. Our...
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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.
Embrace a Life of Affordable Comfort at The Cesera - Just Minutes Away From Firewheel Town Center!LIMITED TIME OFFER: Apply today and enjoy up to $2,800 in savings! *Some restrictions apply.The Cesera Senior Living participates in the affordable housing program where income limits apply. Our...
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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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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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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.
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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Dorchester, TX

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Callisburg, TX with an average of $3,562 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester, TX vs. nearby cities

Dorchester, TX
$4,616/mo
$4,606/mo
$4,483/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester, TX vs. the state and national average

Dorchester, TX
$4,616/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living

$5,631/mo
Independent Living
$4,616/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dorchester, TX by room type

Semi-Private
$4,719/mo
Studio
$4,569/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,573/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,000/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,636/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Dorchester

Recent reviews for independent living in Dorchester

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

Friendly and welcoming community environment. Many reviews praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. For example, at Meadowstone Place, residents and staff make new friends easily and look out for each other. At Watermere at Frisco, new residents form new friendships and connections through a variety of activities ...
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Helpful and caring staff. Several residents express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Reviews for Whiterock Court frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with the community's caregivers.
Variety of activities for socializing and staying active. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered at communities. For example, at Watermere at Flower Mound, there are activities to suit all interests, from chef-prepared meals to fitness classes and outings. At Atria Canyon Creek, there is an emphasis on both phy ...
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Private apartment spaces with amenities. Residents appreciate the convenience of having their own private living spaces with amenities, such as washers and dryers. For example, at The Remington at Valley Ranch, each apartment has its own washer and dryer, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are highlighted as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Waterford at Plano, the facilities are described as clean, neat, and up-to-date, with management doing an excellent job of maintaining a refreshing pl ...
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Supportive and attentive caregivers. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Emerson on Harvest Hill, staff go above and beyond to make the transition to assisted living easier for residents, and care is taken to ensure that residents' needs are met in a compassionate ...
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Dorchester independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
51.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.6%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
45.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Watermere at Flower Mound and Brookdale Lake Highlands are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 273 independent living facilities near Dorchester, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Dorchester, Texas are Landing at Watermere - Frisco, Watermere at Flower Mound and Brookdale Lake Highlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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