The El Dorado-Sky Active Living

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living

Overview of The El Dorado-Sky Active Living

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living operates an independent living community in Richardson, Texas. Private apartments allow residents to maintain their personal routines, while access to shared amenities simplifies daily life. Chef-prepared dining, fitness equipment, an outdoor walking path, a salon and barbershop, and wheelchair access support an active lifestyle. Organized activities and a dedicated Military Veterans Program offer social options, and pet-friendly policies accommodate domestic animals.

A walk score of 60 allows non-driving residents to manage some local errands on foot, while scheduled community transportation handles longer trips.

Prospective residents looking for an independent routine combined with dining services and daily transportation options can reach out to The El Dorado-Sky Active Living for property details.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #94 / 410Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 94th out of 410 independent living communities we track in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Texas that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
60 / 100

About this community

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Grab Bars
Safety FeaturesSafety rails and a sprinkler system

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Walking Paths
Salon
Library
Fitness Center
Laundry
Three Chef-Prepared Meals per Day
Tv Lounge
Private Dining Room
Activities
Specific ProgramsExclusive Programs, Features & Amenities, Military Veterans Program

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Texas

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living is located in Richardson, Texas.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Texas.

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TX

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TX

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The El Dorado-Sky Active Living

Is The El Dorado-Sky Active Living in a walkable area?

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living has a walk score of 60. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at The El Dorado-Sky Active Living?

Yes, The El Dorado-Sky Active Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The El Dorado-Sky Active Living?

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What levels of care does The El Dorado-Sky Active Living provide?

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living offers Independent Living.

What is the address of The El Dorado-Sky Active Living?

The El Dorado-Sky Active Living is located at 714 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080.

What is the phone number of The El Dorado-Sky Active Living?

(972) 783-8600 will put you in contact with the team at The El Dorado-Sky Active Living.

Does The El Dorado-Sky Active Living provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — The El Dorado-Sky Active Living is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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