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Best Independent Living in Texas

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 1,325 homes in Texas

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Texas Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Independent Living around Texas The information below is reported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

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Touchmark at Emerald Lake
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Mckinney
150No 27 -Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alders at Rockwall
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Rockwall
-Yes 46 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ladera at Prosper
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Prosper (Valencia Drive)
-No 9 -2 Bed / 3 Bed
Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Austin (Oak Hill)
118No 61 B-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Hampton Manor of Crowley (Under Construction)
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Crowley
-No 2 -Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Artistry at Craig Ranch
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Mckinney
-Yes 30 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Watermere McKinney
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Mckinney
-No 25 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villas At Country Lane
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Mckinney
-Yes 4 -2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Plaza On North Main
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Paris
-No--Cottages / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Palladium Garland Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Garland
-Yes 61 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
HomeTowne at Garland
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Garland
-Yes 29 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Firewheel Town Village
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Garland
-Yes 42 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Lavon Senior Villas
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Garland
-Yes 50 -1 Bed
Watermere at Firewheel
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Garland
-Yes 27 -1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hampton Manor of Fort Worth (Under Construction)
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fort Worth (Quail Ridge Estates)
-No 12 -Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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The Waterford at Mesquite

700 N Town E Blvd, Mesquite, TX 75150
Overview of The Waterford at Mesquite

Discover an award-winning senior living community located in Mestique, TX, the Waterford at Mestique offers independent living and temporary stay services. Here, residents can select from cozy and spacious accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, the community provides 24/7 care and support and emergency call systems in all accommodations for its residents.

Having top-of-the-line amenities and services, the community provides its residents with resident-driven menus in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping with laundry services, home maintenance, scheduled transportation, and wellness support from third-party healthcare providers. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories through its planned recreational activities and entertainment. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of a wonderful living experience with the Waterford Mestique.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 297 - 404 / 480 - 600 / 759 - 844 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Asher Point Independent Living of Amarillo

Providing exceptional care for seniors aged 55 and above, Asher Point Independent Living of Amarillo situated in the peaceful Bell Street, Amarillo, TX, is an extraordinary senior living community that offers independent living. Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience with cozy and elegant residences. Asher Point Independent Living of Amarillo goes above and beyond to meet residents’ needs and aspirations with a kind and dedicated team lending extra hands around the clock.

Gain meaningful experiences and reignite old hobbies with engaging activities and exciting programs conducted for seniors to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Eat well and feel good with delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Asher Point Independent Living of Amarillo is a safe place to live a glorious retirement with its cozy communal spaces and idyllic grounds.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Heritage Place Independent Living

Live life to the fullest with the reliable senior living community of Heritage Place Independent Living situated in Huguley Boulevard, Burleson, TX, offering independent living. Featuring intricately designed and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors enjoy unparalleled relaxation and safety. The community doubles its efforts to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to enjoy the things they love and experience new things in their golden years.

Participate in enjoyable activities and fun programs orchestrated for seniors to live a blissful lifestyle. Delight in healthy and delicious meals satisfying nutritional requirements and tastes. Heritage Place Independent Living is ideal for a retirement in comfort and style with its scenic campus filled with wonderful amenities and a friendly environment.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of The Bentley – Sky Active Living

Nestled in the serene Forest Ln, Dallas, TX, Bentley Sky Active Living is a blissful senior living community that provides various living options. These include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With spacious and elegant floor plans including cottages of one- to two-bedrooms, a studio, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments, the community ensures cozy and welcoming residences. Live a comfortable and stress-free retirement life within the community grounds and throughout the area.

The Bentley Sky Active Living promotes an active lifestyle for its residents, providing them with engaging and enrichment activities and programs. Serving three meals a day, the community prepares restaurant-style healthy and hearty meals for the residents’ satisfaction. The Bentley Sky Active Living provides outdoor common space and walking paths, fitness equipment, a TV lounge, a library, guest suites, a private dining space, and a salon and barber shop for its residents. The community also fosters a pet-friendly environment and is accessible for wheelchairs. 

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 372 / 538 / 901 / 681 - 1018 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage

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Building Type: 3-story

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Cimarron Estates

2802 Cimarron Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
Overview of Cimarron Estates

Cimarron Estates is a senior living community located in Corpus Christi, TX, offering accessible homes and amenities for active seniors. They offer generously sized, one-to-two bedroom apartments featuring large kitchen and dining areas and living rooms, walk-in closets, and private bathrooms with tubs. Select floor plans may also include a private outdoor space such as a patio or balcony.

At Cimarron Estates, there are also a rich array of amenities to take advantage of. This smoke-free senior community offers access to the library and clubhouse, as well as a billiards room and fitness center for exercise or socialization. The community is also pet-friendly and offers 24 hour emergency maintenance should anything in the residents’ homes have to be fixed.

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Room Sizes: 624 / 753 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Go Giver Assisted Living

3237 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Overview of Go Giver Assisted Living

The Go Giver Family Agency exudes a delicate charm as it provides luxury independent living and assisted living services for seniors. Tucked gracefully in Fort Worth, Texas, the community continues to thrive as a trusted home for families. What sets it apart is its status as a family-owned home, founded in 2022. This relatively new yet dynamic agency is dedicated to providing adaptive and effective care across all levels.

Its residents can choose from the home’s spacious units, including one, two, or three-bedroom accommodations. It also offers a rich array of activity programs, as well as health checks, spa services, and a dedicated nursing and care staff always available to provide support. What’s more, the facility offers memory care and skilled nursing apartments, delivering specially crafted homes for varying needs within a nurturing environment.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Overview of Valley Resaca Palms Apartments

Experience an ultimately relaxing stay with Valley Resaca Palms Apartments located in Brownsville, TX, offering independent living and assisted living services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and beautifully appointed accommodations with different floor plans designed comfortably to their needs. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, the community ensures its residents are well taken care of all day round.

Explore its quality amenities and services including delightful meals, fitness room, beauty salon, van scheduled shuttle runs, and many more. Explore its beautifully designed shared spaces and meet new friends along the way. Join in a full calendar of activities and events to maximize the living experience in this idyllic community. With Valley Resaca Palms Apartments, seniors can truly enjoy a retirement worth remembering.

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Room Sizes: 513 / 750 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Polo Park Estates

Polo Park Estates embodies a unique approach to senior living. Set against the backdrop of the vibrant city Midland, TX, this community provides an array of living options, including assisted living, independent living, memory care services, and respite care. What sets Polo Park Estates apart is its dedicated professional care team, meticulously tailoring detailed plans to meet the individual medical, physical, and social needs of each resident. The community’s diligent staff ensures that residents receive prompt and personalized assistance, with a 24-hour clinical team available for support.

Residents of Polo Park Estates live a lifestyle enriched with thoughtful services and amenities. Beyond the attentive care, Polo Park Estates boasts an energetic activities director who curates a diverse calendar of events, from captivating live entertainment and off-site outings to stimulating group activities. Every day, residents indulge in the pleasure of three nutritionally balanced meals served restaurant-style in the inviting dining room, fostering both nourishment and social connection. Polo Park Estates also understands the importance of a worry-free living experience; therefore, the community offers weekly housekeeping, including linen laundering and daily bed-making, making everyday life effortless. Residents enjoy the convenience of scheduled, chauffeured transportation for medical services and outings, ensuring they can explore the city at their leisure. With additional on-site amenities such as a bistro, in-house therapy room, TV lounge, and a pet-friendly environment, Polo Park Estates becomes more than a residence; it becomes a vibrant, compassionate community where residents are cared for and celebrated.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 538 / 685 / 985 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Mesa Springs Retirement Village

Located at the heart of Abilene, TX, is Mesa Springs, a retirement village that offers independent services to its residents. The community offers different living arrangements that are pet friendly, and ranging from one-to-two bedroom units ranging from small to large, equipped with a private kitchen and bath, and some with carports. While Mesa Springs provide independent living, this community still ensures that they provide compassionate and personalized care to its residents.

Mesa Springs Retirement Village not just offers comfortable living experiences, but also a worry free one. From restaurant-quality dining, fitness programs, housekeeping and laundry services, grooming services, residents can experience the joy of retirement while being surrounded by beautiful sprawling grounds among wildflowers and verdant meadows.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Wisteria Place Independent Living

Wisteria Place Independent Living, is one of Wisteria Place’s senior living communities located in Abilene, TX. They offer independent living and additional services, tailored to the needs of their residents looking to live independently during their golden years. They offer two bedroom private cottages equipped with their own bathrooms and kitchen.

Though living independently, Wisteria Place still offers their residents with services that provide assistance to daily living activities. Such services include daily medication reminders, light housekeeping, personal laundry services, and meal delivery or escort to and from communal dining areas. They also create regular programs and activities, creating opportunities for their senior residents to stay engaged, and physically and mentally active.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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