Best Independent Living in Wichita Falls, TX

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 independent living communities in Wichita Falls, TX using TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in TX
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Jul 2026
We analyzed These are the facilities in Wichita Falls, TX our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Wichita Falls, TX.
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Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wichita Falls, TX. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wichita Falls, TX. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
Texhoma Christian Care Center for Alzheimer‘s and Dementia
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wichita Falls
234
Facility 234
TX AVG 78
Rank #6 / 980
No
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 42
Rank #1,259 / 1,345
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Rolling Meadows Retirement Community
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wichita Falls
86
Facility 86
TX AVG 78
Rank #429 / 980
Yes
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 42
Rank #512 / 1,345
8
Facility 8
TX AVG 21
Rank #464 / 586
A+Wichita Falls Retirement Foundation
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #220 / 839
31
The Pines at Rolling Meadows
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wichita Falls
86
Facility 86
TX AVG 78
Rank #429 / 980
Yes
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 42
Rank #512 / 1,345
--Wichita Falls Retirement Foundation
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #220 / 839
31
The Gables at Rolling Meadows
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Wichita Falls
86
Facility 86
TX AVG 78
Rank #429 / 980
Yes
50
Facility 50
TX AVG 42
Rank #512 / 1,345
--Wichita Falls Retirement Foundation
3
Facility 3
TX AVG 6
Rank #220 / 839
31
Royal Estates of Wichita Falls
IL
Wichita Falls
-No
60
Facility 60
TX AVG 42
Rank #291 / 1,345
28
Facility 28
TX AVG 21
Rank #143 / 586
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House of Hope by Presbyterian Manor
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wichita Falls
75
Facility 75
TX AVG 78
Rank #474 / 980
Yes
14
Facility 14
TX AVG 42
Rank #1,180 / 1,345
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Perkins-Prothro Health Care Center
IL
MC
NH
PC
Wichita Falls
-Yes
42
Facility 42
TX AVG 42
Rank #682 / 1,345
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every TX community we track that reports that metric, not just the 7 analyzed for Wichita Falls.

Overview of Texhoma Christian Care Center for Alzheimer‘s and Dementia

Texhoma Christian Care Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia is a special care facility within Texhoma Christian Care Center in Wichita Falls, TX, that offers focused care services for residents living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Alzheimer’s and Dementia unit features secure, magnetically locked entrances and exits, to ensure the safety of residents who wander.

Residents of Texhoma’s Alzheimer’s and Dementia unit are also provided dietary services, physician services, as well as transportation for scheduled medical appointments. Housekeeping and laundry services, as well as salon and barber services are provided on-site.

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Overview of Rolling Meadows Retirement Community

Rolling Meadows Retirement Community in Wichita Falls, TX offers pet friendly independent living options for active seniors looking to live independently but with the comfort and security of easy access to medical help and assistance, should they need it. They offer one-to-three bedroom cottages and apartments featuring full kitchens and patios/balconies, and individual heating and air conditioning units. All the units and facilities at Rolling Meadows are also equipped with 24hr emergency call systems.

There’s so many things any active senior can do at Rolling Meadows Retirement Community such as trying their fine dining in the Renaissance Room Restaurant, working up a sweat at their fitness center, or spending time with their beloved pet at the designated dog park.

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Overview of The Pines at Rolling Meadows

The Pines, located in Wichita Falls, TX, is a senior living community within the Rolling Meadows senior living campus, offering assisted living with specialization in memory care services. They offer residents a secure home-like environment where they are provided 24/7 supervision, security, and assistance with daily living activities.

Some of the amenities they offer include meal preparation services, access to an on-site physician, housekeeping, and laundry services. They also curate special activities that promote the residents overall wellness, and enhance their independence.

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Overview of The Gables at Rolling Meadows

Located on the Rolling Meadows Campus in Wichita Falls, Texas, The Gables at Rolling Meadows is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center about 4 miles from the city center. The community provides both short-term and long-term skilled nursing care in private and semi-private rooms through a Medicare-approved program. Residents receive 24-hour care and supervision, along with assistance with activities of daily living.

Therapy services are available on-site. Specialized support is available for residents recovering from an illness or surgery. Meals are served daily in the dining room and prepared to meet each resident’s dietary needs and restrictions. Residents can also enjoy social, spiritual, and recreational activities in the outdoor courtyard. Together, these services give daily life a balance of structured care and familiar routine.

With 22 beds, The Gables at Rolling Meadows offers a smaller and quieter setting than many larger skilled nursing facilities. That size can allow for closer daily contact between residents and caregivers. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 50, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Families considering The Gables at Rolling Meadows should ask about current room availability, as the community’s smaller size can affect availability.

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Overview of Royal Estates of Wichita Falls

Royal Estates of Wichita Falls is an engaging senior living community set in Wichita Falls, TX, offering a vibrant independent living and short-term care. A variety of thoughtfully designed living spaces are available to residents, with a wide selection of floor plans to choose from. Residents’ care and support needs are handled by a friendly, experienced care team who are available to help residents 24/7.

Fostering a welcoming environment with plenty of opportunities for fun, making connections, and relaxation, the community conducts an array of engaging activities and daily programming inspired by residents’ passions and hobbies. The community helps residents live a simple and worry-free lifestyle with convenient services, such as weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and transportation assistance. Amenities like a beauty & barber shop, art center, theater, library, and billiards room make residents’ lives even more thrilling and fun.

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Overview of House of Hope by Presbyterian Manor

House of Hope by Presbyterian Manor is a memory care community in Wichita Falls, Texas, created specifically for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It is part of the larger Presbyterian Manor campus, giving residents access to a broader senior living network while keeping memory care as the main focus of daily life. The 75-bed community creates a setting that feels more manageable than a much larger community and can help residents and families adjust more easily.

The community is designed around the needs of residents with memory loss. Living spaces are arranged with memory impairment in mind. Built-in security and emergency systems help support resident safety and give families more peace of mind. Staff are available 24 hours a day, and every resident receives an individualized care plan instead of a one-size-fits-all approach. They also assist with activities of daily living that can become more difficult as memory changes progress.

Residents receive nutritious meals and snacks prepared to meet their needs. Daily programs include activities designed specifically to provide mental stimulation. House of Hope has a community support group, so residents can share the emotional challenges of memory loss with others going through similar experiences. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a familiar companion after moving in.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 14 out of 100, so most errands and outings require driving. Families comparing daily convenience with the benefits of a quieter, more residential setting may want to keep that tradeoff in mind when visiting the community.

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Overview of Perkins-Prothro Health Care Center

Perkins-Prothro Health Care Center is a licensed nursing facility within the Presbyterian Manor, located in Wichita Falls, TX. Dedicated to providing the best nursing care in North Texas, this skilled nursing facility provides 1:5 staff to resident ratio. Residents at Perkins-Prothro Health Care Center are provided 24/7 staff availability, and 16 hour nursing assistance and supervision, daily. The residents are also provided incontinence care, including supplies.

To ensure the residents’ health and well being this skilled nursing facility also provides meals and snacks throughout the day. Additionally, while the staff takes care of laundry and housekeeping to keep the facility clean and safe for everyone, the residents may enjoy participating in regular activities that promote and boost physical and mental well being.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

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
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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 Wichita Falls, TX

What is the average cost of independent living in Wichita Falls, TX?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Wichita Falls, TX is approximately $1,905. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Wichita Falls, TX?

Independent living in Wichita Falls, TX typically ranges from $715 - $3,080 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 7 independent living communities in Wichita Falls, TX. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Wichita Falls, TX?

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 Wichita Falls, TX, 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 Wichita Falls, TX?

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.