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Photo of Parsons House Preston Hollow
11 Video available
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46 reviews
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Overall, a very professional organization with good service and care. Downside; food, as usual, very bland. [name removed] hates the food and is disappointed in lack of responsiveness for anything out of the...
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.
At Parsons House Preston Hollow, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals...
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99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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46 reviews
8.9
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46 reviews
5 star
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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.
Dancing River Assisted Living is located in Grapevine, Tarrant County, Texas. This memory care community is located in an area that offers much to residents and their guests. Those that spend time in this area enjoy checking out the Giddens Gallery of Fine Art, the historic Main Street, and...
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11 Video available
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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41 reviews
9.0
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Great staff. Property is beautiful and super clean. Great food. Super entertainment for residents. My friend is very, very happy there.
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.
At The Grove on Forest Lane, we believe in an intentional senior living experience full of community and camaraderie. Through compassionate, highly personalized care and support, we empower our residents to live their best life as independently as possible in a place that feels just like home. In...
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99 Photos available
9.3
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15 reviews
9.3
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We love our apartment now that we finally are Unpacked, and planted flowers and enjoy the view . It’s really lovely. The maintenance staff is so nice and helpful. They have allowed us to work in our yard...
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.
Experience Attiva Denton, a premier apartment community in Denton, Texas, reinventing senior housing by setting a new standard for excellence for active 55-plus seniors. The single story architectural style of our senior living community seamlessly blends modern comfort and unconditional...
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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28 reviews
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The director [name removed] has been wonderful working with us – extremely personable and getting things done in a hurry when we needed it. I love the atmosphere of the whole place – light, clean, pleasant –...
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.
Prestonwood Court is very proud to call Plano, Texas our hometown. Combining the warmth of home with the amenities of a fine hotel, life at Prestonwood Court offers a world of possibilities. Socialize with friends in lovely, light-filled living rooms and lounges, find favorite books in our...
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Photo of Ariel Pointe of Sachse Senior Living
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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42 reviews
8.8
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Modern decor and grounds are well-kept. Staff is knowledgeable, friendly and caring. Activities are resident-based and offer a variety of options. Food is tasty and mostly resident-based. There is an...
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.
Join us at Ariel Pointe Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, where clear blue skies reach to embrace the horizon, and new friendships abound. Our active senior living community located in Sachse, Texas, invites residents to enjoy casual, easy living with a distinctive touch and...
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2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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84 reviews
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Staff are all top notch as are the facilities. Food is rather bland as you would expect, but food service is slow. I have already recommended Village on the Park, Plano to several of our close church...
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.
Ideally located in southwest Plano, Village on the Park Plano offers an active lifestyle with just a la carte supportive care for each resident. Beautifully designed for a carefree, amenity- and service-rich lifestyle, the community features luxurious, yet comfortable, accommodations where...
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11 Video available
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1010 Floor plans available
9.2
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The residents made my mom feel like she has been living there her whole life. The food was bland. Even after they hired a new chef. The wait staff were nice but over worked.
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.
We are proud to introduce the Reserve at North Dallas, newly renovated all inclusive community. In addition to the $5.5 million investment we made to serve our independent living and assisted living community, we have created a vibrant lifestyle so our residents will have a life filled with...
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Photo of Vitality Court Texas Star
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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My biggest problem is that the director does not interact with the residents very much. My parents have lived there for a year, and I don't believe he has spoken to them more than 3 times. The rest of the...
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.
Texas Star Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Allen, Texas, in Collin County and home to over 84,000 people. Part of the Dallas suburbs, Allen is a small modern city where residents will enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, local shops, fairs and markets. They can also get their exercise, go...
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Photo of Wyndham Court of Plano
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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It was located very close to my home. The staff were friendly and welcoming. It was very clean and I loved the way the staff interacted with the residents.
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.
Wyndham Court of Plano offers both assisted living and memory care to seniors in the greater Collin County, Texas area. Our community is just down the road from a well-respected hospital, and we are very close to the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve which our residents love to visit on a beautiful...
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Photo of The Orchards at Market Plaza
2525 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
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Overall quality seems to have gone down since new management company took over The concierge is excellent. They are trying to improve on communication with the residents. Maintenance is behind on their...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Orchards at Market Plaza is all about relaxation, beauty, character and individuality! A new level of activities, scenery and experiences where life is more fun, healthy and vivid.The Orchards at Market Plaza is a stunning active adult community.We are brand new and opened July 2020!We are...
Photo of The Ridge at Frisco
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We picked it for the price and it was close to me, so a win win. It's going great and he really enjoys the meals and his room is tidy, etc.
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.
Thank you for inquiring about The Lodge at Quail Park. We are the premier Enhanced Assisted Living choice in Frisco, Texas and have been for several years... We have been voted 'The Best of Frisco' for several consecutive years in The Frisco Enterprise Newspaper, Reader's Choice poll. This is an...
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Photo of Mustang Creek Estates Sachse
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Overall experience has been very good. The staff has been really good and sweet. Mom can't see enough to participate in many activities. Mom does enjoy most of the food they prepare and if she wants...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 14 to 16 residents per house and two of our houses specialize in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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Photo of Liberty Heights
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I met the managers at Liberty Heights at a Rockwall Chamber event and toured the facility with my mom along with other local retirement communities. Liberty Heights was the most accommodating and closest to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 believe that Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Liberty Heights, our management teams...
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Photo of Brookdale Summer Ridge
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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61 reviews
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Transitioning a parent from their home they have lived in for many years to assisted living can be difficult. The staff at Brookdale Summer Ridge made ours so smooth. From the day we arrived the staff...
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’re ready to embrace all that life has to offer, our assisted living community is the perfect place to do this. Located in Rockwall, Texas, near scenic Lake Ray Hubbard and a short drive from Dallas, we’re conveniently located near quality health care, eclectic shopping, banks and fine...
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Photo of Wheeler Terrace
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The staff is great but some of their processes need to be refined. Good people that are somewhat poorly managed. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Wheeler Terrace community...
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.
At Wheeler Place, we provide compassionate care in a warm senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. Our community welcomes pets...
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Photo of Autumn Oaks of Corinth
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It seems the cost does go up every year so I worry that it will eventually not be affordable for my mom but everything else has been great.
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.
Autumn Oaks of Corinth Assisted Living:Autumn Oaks is an assisted living community designed for seniors that need support with activities of daily living (ADLs), as well as housekeeping services, meal preparation, and medication management. Nestled on 10 beautiful acres in the lovely town of...
Photo of Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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My mom is happy. It's a great place for my mom. I can't imagine anyone else could serve seniors better. I would recommend Lakeshore to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.
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.
At Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care, you will enjoy the carefree comforts of home with the help of a caring, supportive staff. An array of amenities is offered while promoting independence and well-being. Three chef-prepared meals are offered daily along with a self-serve cappuccino and...
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Photo of Mustang Creek Estates Allen
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I absolutely love mustang Creek it's a five for me I love everyone of the staff members and the kindness and care they gave to my mother. She very well may be returning in the future but we have to give it a...
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.
Mustang Creek Estates is a new concept in Assisted Living! We are a residential style assisted living neighborhood designed entirely for seniors. Our neighborhood consists of 6 unique houses with 10 to 13 residents per house and one of our houses specializes in Memory Care. At Mustang Creek...
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Photo of Redbud Place
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I would like to praise all the hard working staff [names removed]. They have been very friendly ,tentative, informative and caring. [name removed] is sweet, helpful, and always working hard in the books...
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.
Redbud Place is located in McKinney, Texas, in a quiet tree lined neighborhood on the edge of town. Our comfortable homelike community promotes independence while assisting residents with daily routines such as: Medication management Monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes and high...
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Photo of Parkview in Frisco
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The staff is very friendly but with the new ownership coming in it's been hard to get answers to some questions. There was also a billing error and rather than refund the overcharge they credited my...
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.
Parkview in Frisco is an exceptional independent living community located in Frisco, Texas, in Collin County. Set amongst beautifully green surroundings, and with a bustling and vibrant community, Parkview will change the way you think about senior life. Located within close distance to shops and...
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Staff is very friendly and helpful. They have also added a new nurse manager who is very responsive to resolving issues as they come up.
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.
BeeHive Homes of Frisco Assisted Living and Memory Care features affordable home-style senior living in smaller facilities designed to provide a family feel with more intimacy and the best quality of care.Our community benefits include private bedrooms and bathrooms to support individual...
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Photo of Village on the Park Denton
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Just little issues... keep it from being several 5's My wife keeps telling me I expect perfection.. and no facility will be a 5 in my mind. We are very satisfied with VOP.. and I am super confident that...
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.
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Photo of Christian Care Communities and Services Mesquite
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Based on the experience we have had so far with Christian Care Communities, we can say that our loved ones are very happy they are there so far. They are making new friends and enjoying the different...
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.
Christian Care Communities & Services – Mesquite is located in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex as a faith-based, non-profit provider. Our Life Plan Community – encompasses Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Rehab, and Hospice Services. This enables our...
Photo of Mayberry Gardens Denton
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8.7
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Mayberry Gardens is a well established living facility. The staff are attentive and well trained in caring for the elderly. They genuinely care for the residents. They keep a set routine which has really...
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.
Mayberry Gardens is a special assisted living and memory care residence providing family-style living for seniors who need some assistance, but don't require full time skilled nursing care. Each home is designed to accommodate between 11 to 15 residents in a beautiful home-like environment that...
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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Independent living costs in Dorchester, TX, by floor plan 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

Senior living costs in Dorchester 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: Dorchester, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorchester, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$4,616/mo$4,094/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$5,220/mo$4,671/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,631/mo$4,834/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Dorchester, TX:$4,616/mo
Texas:$4,094/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Dorchester, TX:$5,220/mo
Texas:$4,671/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Dorchester, TX:$5,631/mo
Texas:$4,834/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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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
27.3%
14.4%
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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
63.3%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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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