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My client enjoys living here and we have met many friendly faces. Many of which have graduated to their final resting place in Heaven or have moved on to be closer to their families. I can understand how...
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.
Welcome to The Waterford at Mesquite where we adhere to the saying "everything is bigger in Texas"! Our independent living community boasts BIG amenities and countless recreational and social opportunities to keep our residents inspired and excited about their life here with us. Our thoughtfully...
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The staff was the best part - but everybody was except for the general manager who's no longer there. It was a lady. He was in memory care, not assisted living, but they were very nice size rooms. The...
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Rock Ridge, we honor each...
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Village Green has been a life saver for our family. Our mom has been there for a couple of months now. Since being there Her quality of life has greatly improved. The director [name removed], Is wonderful....
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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44 Floor plans available
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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
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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.
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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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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Looking back I should have paid more attention to the residents there and if they were in need of the same level of care. This was my first time dealing with this issue and didn't think it was a problem. Mom...
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.
GoodLife Senior Living and Memory Care, the answer is quite simple. We’ve built a company whose focus is on compassionate care for those who are ready to acquire all the rewards of being a senior citizen; relaxation and reflection. Our mission is to compassionately provide safe activities of...
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Staff is very friendly and helpful when it comes to our concerns about my aunt. I think they should revamp their menu for the residents and give more them variety. More attention to housekeeping in some...
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.
Three Forks Senior Living of Forney is an exceptional assisted living and memory care community in historic Forney, TX. Our community is a quick 30-minute drive east of Dallas in Kaufman County. At Three Forks, we honor each resident's aging process, celebrating life in a community of familiar...
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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.
Orion Rockwall Active Adult Living Community located in Rockwall, TX just minutes away from The Harbor and other local shopping and eating places. Our staff members’ have over 7 years’ experience with seniors and over 20+ years’ experience in the Apartment Industry. Orion Rockwall features many...
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My mom loves it there. They are nice updated apartments with a quiet atmosphere. We also like that it feels safe here at the Preserve at Gateway.
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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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, 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.
Photo of Lakeshore Asssited Living and Memory Care
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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We liked living here. If you report that somebody has been doing something, such as smoking, they will kick people out. We moved out because we had been there for our second year. We wanted more room. After...
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.
We are Rockwall’s Newest Brand New Active Adult Community with beautiful resort style swimming pool with tanning ledges, state of art fitness center with weekly fitness classes, executive business center, on site restaurant with room service options, grand ballroom with dance lessons, on site Bel...

Cost of independent living in Terrell, TX

The average cost of senior living in Terrell is $3,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wills Point, TX with an average of $3,391 per month.

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

Terrell, TX
$3,324/mo
$3,559/mo
$3,694/mo

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

Terrell, TX
$3,324/mo
$4,094/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$4,287/mo
Independent Living
$3,324/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,510/mo
Studio
$5,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,124/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,728/mo

Senior living costs in Terrell 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: Terrell, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTerrell, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,324/mo$4,094/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,108/mo$4,671/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,287/mo$4,834/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Terrell, TX:$3,324/mo
Texas:$4,094/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Terrell, TX:$4,108/mo
Texas:$4,671/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Terrell, TX:$4,287/mo
Texas:$4,834/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Terrell

Recent reviews for independent living in Terrell

New Haven Assisted Living and Memory Care of Wylie

5.0
We can't say enough good things about New Haven! [name removed] runs an excellent facility. The staff is super friendly, [name removed] and [name removed] are amazing cooks and go out of their way to prepare meals that everyone wants, it's very clean, and just an overall "family" atmosphere.

Mercer Terrace in Rowlett, TX

5.0
The Mercer Terrace has been a great place for our loved one, they have really taken great care of [name removed] A big plus is the brand new kitchen with a new chef who really is a professional.

Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, TX

4.9
The care is top notch at Brookdale Summer Ridge. The team from the Executive Director and down are all kind, professional and attentive. I love how they all seem to get along like family. My loved one has been cared for like a member of their own family. The building smells nice and the ...
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Terrell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Terrell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Terrell, 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 Terrell 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 Terrell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Terrell, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Terrell 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 Terrell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Terrell, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Terrell 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 Terrell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Terrell, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
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The Waterford at Mesquite, Amberlin at The Station and Christian Care Communities and Service are the top-rated independent living facilities near Terrell, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Terrell, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Terrell, Texas are The Waterford at Mesquite. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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