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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ben Wheeler, TX
The cost of independent living in Ben Wheeler is about $3,537 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 69 options. Read 616 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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My loved one was previously a resident at Three Forks Senior Living of Forney. This facility was an amazing place. Unfortunately, my loved one really never knew where she was due to going on hospice four...
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.
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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We love living in our town house, we have our own garage and really great neighbors. We love this town. Right now due to the covid restrictions we are not eating in the dining room but they are delivering...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Located near the World’s Richest Acre, Arabella of Kilgore is the only Senior Living community featuring Townhome Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, making care level transitions seamless in a gated community environment. Our rich history provides local attractions that include Meadowbrook...
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Wesley Oaks in Gilmer has been amazing, they get 10 out of 5 stars! It is a wonderful place. I would absolutely recommend this facility to anyone who is looking for care for their loved ones. It has been a...
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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We feel like The Preserve at Gateway has been such a blessing for our family and the location is very convenient. On the first floor they have a room where they do bible studies and different games. On the...
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.
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.
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Very nice place, friendly, helpful staff, and nice rooms. Lovely grounds, with nice outdoor areas to walk or sit. Several levels of living facilities. I highly recommend Oak Wood Place if you are looking...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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We thought she had good care there, they have everything there. She was in the memory care unit and it was really good, for locally in Tyler that was the best they had to offer. I would say good things about...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Free State CrestwoodLocated in beautiful East Texas, you’ll find Free State Crestwood Assisted Living, a Senior Care Centers assisted living facility. With a variety of attractive residential living options, it’s the perfect choice for those who wish to maintain an independent lifestyle, but...
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We toured this location while looking into options for our loved one. It was a very nice looking place, it was clean and the staff we met were friendly. The activities in particular looked impressive, they...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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, Independent 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.
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.
The Gardens At Hawkins Explore The Gardens At Hawkins, an assisted living community located in Hawkins, Texas. We're located in a quaint, country-like town nestled into a wooded area and just minutes from US Highway 80. You'll find our residents enjoy a large, landscaped property that's split...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Ben Wheeler, TX
The average cost of senior living in Ben Wheeler is $3,537 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alba, TX with an average of $3,311 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ben Wheeler, TX vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ben Wheeler, TX vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ben Wheeler, TX by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Ben Wheeler
Recent reviews for independent living in Ben Wheeler
Azalea Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tyler, TX
5.0
The facility is super nice. The rooms are just the right size for what we needed. All of the staff has been wonderful with my Dad as well as the other residents. We are very pleased.
Dogwood Trails Assisted Living and Memory Care in Palestine, TX
4.0
Very friendly staff. Memory care area a bit isolated but rooms nice and large. Food in memory care was not that great and served on paper plates and didn't seem very nutritious. Director was very nice and easy to work with.
Ben Wheeler independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ben Wheeler independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ben Wheeler, 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 Ben Wheeler 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 Ben Wheeler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ben Wheeler, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.5%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
17.7%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.4%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ben Wheeler 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 Ben Wheeler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ben Wheeler, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ben Wheeler 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 Ben Wheeler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ben Wheeler, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.3%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.3%
45.5%
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