Situated in the heart of New Braunfels, Texas, is Rio Terra. This esteemed senior living community offers a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living and memory care. Rio Terra’s well-designed one and two-bedroom units provide a comfortable haven, complete with safety-equipped bathrooms and pull cords, and pendants for immediate assistance, promoting both independence and security. The community’s dedication to residents’ well-being is further exemplified by the presence of a 24-hour nurse and on-site licensed nurse, ensuring round-the-clock care and medication assistance. Rio Terra’s commitment extends to the convenience of assistance with scheduling physician appointments, allowing residents to prioritize their health.
In addition to the exceptional care provided, Rio Terra offers a variety of amenities for its residents. From the private dining room for intimate gatherings, to the well-equipped kitchenettes in each unit, residents enjoy both communal and independent dining experiences. The community’s culinary offerings are a delight, with three nutritious meals served daily in the community dining room. Maintenance services, along with basic utilities such as telephone service, expanded cable television, and high-speed internet, are included, ensuring a hassle-free living experience.
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Rio Terra | IL AL CCRC MC | New Braunfels | 75
Facility
75
TX AVG
85
Rank
#118 / 233 | No |
19
Facility
19
TX AVG
43
Rank
#339 / 410 | 17
Facility
17
TX AVG
20
Rank
#69 / 153 | A+ | Welltower Tcg Ridea Tenant, LLC | 7
Facility
7
TX AVG
6
Rank
#140 / 225 | 2 | 7 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Lakeway | IL AL MC | Lakeway | 215
Facility
215
TX AVG
85
Rank
#6 / 233 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
TX AVG
43
Rank
#177 / 410 | - | A- | Belmont Village Lakeway, LLC | 2
Facility
2
TX AVG
6
Rank
#48 / 225 | 2 | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Trinity Oaks of Pearland | IL AL | Pearland | 120
Facility
120
TX AVG
85
Rank
#45 / 233 | No |
51
Facility
51
TX AVG
43
Rank
#157 / 410 | 11
Facility
11
TX AVG
20
Rank
#93 / 153 | - | Lonestar Trio Senior Living, LLC | 5
Facility
5
TX AVG
6
Rank
#108 / 225 | 1 | 5 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living | IL AL CCRC MC | Cibolo | 126
Facility
126
TX AVG
85
Rank
#35 / 233 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
TX AVG
43
Rank
#157 / 410 | 5
Facility
5
TX AVG
20
Rank
#132 / 153 | - | Vop Brooks, LLC | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#61 / 225 | - | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Forum at Memorial Woods | IL AL MC | Houston (Westside) | 148
Facility
148
TX AVG
85
Rank
#15 / 233 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
TX AVG
43
Rank
#196 / 410 | 22
Facility
22
TX AVG
20
Rank
#50 / 153 | - | Snh Longhorn Tenant LLC | 10
Facility
10
TX AVG
6
Rank
#179 / 225 | 1 | 10 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes | IL AL MC | League City | 335
Facility
335
TX AVG
85
Rank
#1 / 233 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
TX AVG
43
Rank
#302 / 410 | 2
Facility
2
TX AVG
20
Rank
#147 / 153 | - | Senior Living At Tuscan Lakes, LLC | 0
Facility
0
TX AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 225 | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Delaney at South Shore | IL AL MC | League City | 106
Facility
106
TX AVG
85
Rank
#72 / 233 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
TX AVG
43
Rank
#143 / 410 | 8
Facility
8
TX AVG
20
Rank
#110 / 153 | - | Lcs League City Operations LLC | 4
Facility
4
TX AVG
6
Rank
#83 / 225 | 1 | 4 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Morada Cy-Fair | IL AL MC | Houston (Steeplechase Corner) | 135
Facility
135
TX AVG
85
Rank
#25 / 233 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
TX AVG
43
Rank
#108 / 410 | 20
Facility
20
TX AVG
20
Rank
#59 / 153 | - | Hp Houston Opco, LLC | 7
Facility
7
TX AVG
6
Rank
#140 / 225 | - | 7 | Suite / 1 Bed |
| The Legacy Midtown Park | IL AL HOS MC NH SNF | Dallas (Vickery Meadow) | 98
Facility
98
TX AVG
85
Rank
#81 / 233 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
TX AVG
43
Rank
#203 / 410 | 5
Facility
5
TX AVG
20
Rank
#132 / 153 | - | The Legacy Midtown Park, Inc | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#23 / 225 | 1 | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Buckner Parkway Place | IL AL MC NH RC | Houston (Energy Corridor) | 42
Facility
42
TX AVG
85
Rank
#195 / 233 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
TX AVG
43
Rank
#11 / 410 | - | - | Buckner Retirement Services, Inc | 1
Facility
1
TX AVG
6
Rank
#23 / 225 | 1 | 5 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other TX independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 418 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Located in Lakeway, TX, Belmont Village Senior Living Lakeway is a thriving senior living community that offers various levels of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community features an array of elegantly designed common areas, complemented with on-site licensed nurses and urgent care telemedicine available 24/7. Moreover, physical, speech and occupational therapy services, as well as assistance with daily living activities are available to residents to ensure that all of their needs are met.
In addition to offering a personalized level of care for every resident, the community ensures that they also enjoy a fun and fulfilling lifestyle with access to an array of enriching activities and a variety of amenities. Here, residents indulge in chef-prepared dining, enjoy daily refreshments at the bistro, or pamper themselves to a new look at the fully-equipped salon. Recognized as Best Assisted Living by the U.S News and World Report, the community proves its dedication to providing the highest standard of senior living programs, hospitality and care in Texas.
Residing in the harmonious Pearland Parkway, Pearland, TX, is the outstanding senior living community of Trinity Oaks of Pearland providing assisted living and independent living. With a wide range of cozy and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and security. The community strives to provide accessible and quality care and assistance for seniors to thrive and make the most out of their best years.
Achieve your aspirations and create meaningful experiences with engaging activities and enjoyable events. In Trinity Oaks of Pearland, residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with healthy and tasty meals approved by licensed dietitians to meet dietary restrictions and preferences. Moreover, the community is placed near wonderful amenities and stunning attractions ensuring seniors’ needs and desires are easily accessible.
Overlooking the serene neighborhood of Cibolo, TX, The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living is a reliable senior living community, offering three different lifestyle options – independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community aims to provide residents needs even as it changes through its comprehensive array of care services, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and specialized memory support. Access to various conveniences, such as concierge services, trash disposal, and housekeeping are offered for a maintenance-free lifestyle.
Residents here are free to choose their ideal living space from an array of thoughtfully designed accommodations, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Various activities, including fitness classes, outings, events, clubs and various classes for a fun and engaging living experience. A talented culinary team is also available to carefully curate a great selection of fresh, delicious meals served in various dining areas depending on residents’ moods, encouraging a delightful dining experience.
The Forum at Memorial Woods is an esteemed senior living community set in the lovely neighborhood of Washington Street, Suite 230, Newton, MA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Experience unmatched comfort and convenience with snug and sophisticated residences available in various floor plans. To meet seniors’ needs and preferences, a competent and highly trained team strives to provide necessary help.
The community values residents’ privacy, providing them with care and support when it is needed and wanted. With engaging activities and enjoyable programs, seniors create meaningful interactions and gain valuable experiences. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate with delicious and well-balanced dining options catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Forum at Memorial Woods is ideal for seniors who want to make their best years more memorable.
Grand Living at Tuscan Lakes offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in League City, TX. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.
The community has 335 beds, creating a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom homes, and two-bedroom homes. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together. Luis Trevizo serves as administrator, and Senior Living At Tuscan Lakes operates the community.
Residents can choose from multiple dining venues and use the Grand Spa & Fitness Center, outdoor pool, hot tub, and pet park. Pets are allowed, with the pet park providing a designated outdoor space for time with a pet. A chauffeured vehicle service supports local outings, and the activity calendar includes performances and classes. Respite care is also available for short stays.
Delaney at South Shore, located in League City, offers a remarkable community characterized by a profound sense of love and friendliness. The dedicated staff is fully committed to ensuring the well-being of seniors, making them feel welcomed, comfortable, and secure. This premier community in the southern part of Texas provides a perfect balance of classic and modern living, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services without any entry fee.
The home provides a range of personal services, residential services, and health and wellness navigation services, creating a comprehensive environment for residential assisted living and senior living. The facility features restaurant-style dining, ideal places to socialize, a community room with amenities like coffee, a fireplace, and a large TV screen, as well as a hair salon and spa. With numerous engaging programs, Delaney at South Shore ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience for residents, making it a wonderful choice for those seeking assisted living homes in the League City area.
Morada Cy-Fair offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Houston, TX, in the Steeplechase Corner neighborhood. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
With 135 beds and several care levels on one campus, Morada Cy-Fair may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Suite and one-bedroom housing options accommodate residents seeking either layout. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them in the community.
The community has a full-service beauty salon and barber shop, a courtyard, and walking paths for personal care and outdoor use. Chef-prepared meals focus on southern comfort food, while arts and crafts, games, social events, daily activities, Bible study, and worship services provide scheduled ways to spend time on site. Morada Cy-Fair is administered by Nicole Gayton and operated by Hp Houston Opco.
A Walk Score of 58 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Scheduled complimentary transportation is also available for planned trips.
The Legacy Midtown Park is at 8240 Manderville Ln in Dallas’s Midtown corridor; a high-rise nursing facility, which is an unusual configuration that signals something about the kind of experience the building is designed to deliver. Five years into operation, it carries 98 beds across one- and two-bedroom floor plans, with 86 currently occupied. An 88% occupancy rate at a post-acute facility is a substantive number; it means this building is running close to capacity.
The 37-day average length of stay defines the model: short-stay, post-acute, recovery-focused. Nursing coverage totals 5 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day; 4 hours and 2 minutes from nurse aides, 1 hour and 15 minutes from LPN/LVN staff, and 51 minutes of RN time. Medicare and private pay are accepted; the absence of Medicaid is consistent with the private-pay orientation one would expect from a high-rise Midtown building with apartment-style floor plans. The Walk Score of 45 reflects a somewhat walkable area where some nearby services are reachable, but most trips require a car.
State inspections have touched on emergency preparedness, care planning, and documentation. For someone leaving a Dallas hospital who wants a short-stay rehabilitation setting that looks and operates more like a residential building than a traditional nursing facility, The Legacy Midtown Park’s profile of a high-rise layout, high occupancy, strong nursing hours, and a five-year operating track record makes it one of the more distinctive options in the Dallas market.
Buckner Parkway Place in Houston, TX, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and respite stays. Independent living delivers private residences paired with community conveniences, while assisted living supports residents with routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Secured memory care housing features dedicated oversight for individuals prone to wandering, and 24-hour licensed medical coverage is available in the nursing care division. Respite stays give family caregivers a short-term break.
Operated by Buckner Retirement Services under administrator Andrea Carr, the campus accommodates 42 beds. Living units come in one-bedroom and two-bedroom arrangements, making them suitable for individuals or couples. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 17 minutes per resident per day.
Community life features organized group outings, fitness programs, Bible studies, social gatherings, movie nights, and wellness initiatives, alongside pet-friendly policies. A walk score of 81 makes the area convenient for walking to nearby shops, pharmacies, and local cafes.
Interested individuals can reach out to the administrative team at Buckner Parkway Place to request additional details or organize an on-site visit.
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Texas
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 418 independent living communities in Texas. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Texas?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Texas, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Texas?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.













