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The cost of independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates is about $3,834 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 68 options. Read 2144 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 mother likes living there. The food is good and the staff is very supportive. The most important thing is the staff goes out of their way to care for their residents. My mother confirms that and I see...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Lodge at Pine Creek community is on a beautiful 17-acre setting in Baytown, Texas. A perfect blend of living options is available to fit your lifestyle-whether it be independent living, assisted living, or memory care. Our one-of-a-kind master-planned retirement community is secure and gated...
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The Terraces was the perfect fit for my brother. He is happy, loves the food, thinks the staff cares about him . He also found a good friend he enjoys spending time with who has been there two years and...
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.
The Terraces at Kingwood Town Center provides the highest quality of independent living in the Kingwood, Texas area. Every resident receives unique and personalized care and attention tailored to where they are and what they need most. At the Terraces at Kingwood Town Center, both residents and...
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The staff was so helpful and kind. I feel great knowing that my mother is in a safe and supportive environment. I would highly recommend Reunion Court for anyone looking for a place for their loved one.
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.
Reunion Court of Kingwood is a unique, pet-friendly community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services. We are located in the Kingwood, Texas area, and we have many options for shopping, dining, entertainment and medical care with minutes of our community.We offer a...
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Calder Woods in Beaumont TX had transportation from 9-3 every day for all kinds of appointments. CW took a bus to grocery stores two days a week. Business office offered stamps for sale, would weigh your...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
When searching for senior living in Beaumont, look no further than Calder Woods. Nestled in Beaumont’s growing west end, the beautifully-landscaped 17-acre community combines convenient living, Southeast Texas charm and exciting life-enrichment opportunities to bring you the best in affordable...
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43 reviews
My wife is in the memory care facility, so I cannot speak for senior living part of Avanti. I looked long and hard for a place that would administer insulin for [name removed], who is type one diabetic. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
We've embraced the exceptional, abandoned the mediocre and innovated in every area imaginable. And by 'innovated,' we mean genuine land-a-man-on-the-moon innovation. Life-changing, never seen before innovation that transcends words on a website and results in better moments, better days and...
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Some of the rooms have their own access to a very nicely maintained courtyard, providing a beautiful view from the bedroom window. I know it's not about the level of care, but this is what made us choose...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
As Conroe’s premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities, and services, while only minutes away from historical landmarks,...
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My mother is currently and has been a resident here for a few years. The OLD owner was a thief and sold the facility last fall (2018). New owners took over in early spring. Since the takeover things have...
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.
Pine Hollow Ranch is a beautiful Independent Living Facility located on 10 acres of land surrounding a breath-taking pond. This is a 16-Bed Facility that memorializes true country living. Our facility has an onsite home health agency to assist with the administration of medication and personal...
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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.
The Suites at Crimson Heights, established in 2019, is a robust Assisted Living Community that boasts 27 beautiful units, equipped with modern kitchen appliances, heated bathrooms with walk-in showers, and a private patio option. Our residents enjoy a variety of amenities, such as salon services,...
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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.
Discover a next-level living experience like no other. The Reserve at Woodland Lakes is an upcoming Conroe, Texas, luxury community designed for those seeking a peaceful and refined living experience. Embark on a journey with others like you, who value peace, privacy, and quality living....
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We really appreciated the fact that took a big interest in our loved one and made big efforts helping her get adjusted during her first few weeks at the community. It makes us feel better and more...
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.
At Sundale Senior Living, our residents mean everything to us. Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our residents and their families through our commitment to compassionate care, honesty, integrity, affordability, and respect. Let us help you provide the comfort, care, community, and...
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This has been a great home for my husband. I would very highly recommend it. The director is absolutely wonderful. The staff treats my husband with respect and he is so well taken care of. Thank you for...
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.
Serenity Assisted Living provides a caring community for seniors that is located in Beaumont, TX. The city of Beaumont has much to offer, including great roadside attractions, shopping, and dining. Those who enjoy spending time outside will find that the city's parks have much to offer. Residents...
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My loved one was in Pelican Bay the entire time, and we were very pleased with it, so thank you for pointing us in that direction. They did change hands, and toward the end there was a lot of turnover of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Pelican Bay Assisted Living Community and Memory Care is a locally owned business. The owner has over 35 years experience in senior care in the South East Texas area. Pelican Bay opened in December of 2012. We are conveniently located on Beaumont's west end 3 miles north of Interstate 10 and one...
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2 reviews
This is such an amazing place for your loved ones. They truly do care about its residents. My patient was so happy here and misses it. They really do make you feel loved and like family here. Great staff.
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
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.
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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: 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, Independent 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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cost of independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX
The average cost of senior living in Big Thicket Lake Estates is $3,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ames, TX with an average of $2,474 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Thicket Lake Estates, TX vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates
Recent reviews for independent living in Big Thicket Lake Estates
Fountainwood at Lake Houston in Atascocita, TX
4.8
Would recommend this facility. Many activities for residents. Very friendly people. Very clean, food is very good. Listen to resident comments.
Have ambassadors to help with the transition. Even paid for moving costs.
Heritage Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care in Conroe, TX
4.9
My mom is extremely hard to please, complicated by rapidly advancing demensia and a lot of health issues. It is great hearing her tell others she really likes the staff, and the facility and the food. And they’ve all exercised so much love and patience dealing with her.
King's Preserve at Kingwood
5.0
My brother is a resident at Reunion Court of Kingwood and the overall experience has been mostly good. The food service is not as good, but my brother is able to prepare meals for himself in his apartment.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
High-quality, chef-prepared meals. Many reviews praise the delicious and fresh meals provided in several communities, with residents expressing gratitude for the restaurant-style dining experiences. For instance, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents enjoy the great variety and quality of food, while at Fountainwood a ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a range of activities to cater to residents' interests, keeping them engaged and active. For example, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents enjoy bingo, arts and crafts, ice cream socials, and exercise classes, while King's Preserve at Kingwood residents participat ...
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Thoughtful and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly and compassionate care that staff members provide, making residents feel welcome and supported. For instance, the staff at Watermere at Woodland Lakes went above and beyond to help a new resident integrate into the community when they moved in, while ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained living spaces. Residents describe their living spaces as clean, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing. For instance, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, apartments are beautiful and well-maintained, and there are many outdoor areas to enjoy. When a resident experienced water damage at King's Preserve at ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the strong sense of community and friendly atmosphere at several facilities. For example, residents at Carriage Inn Conroe have made new friends and built a support system. At The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, there are ambassadors to help new residents get acclimated an ...
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Comprehensive services and resources. Communities offer a range of services and resources to accommodate various needs. For example, at The Conservatory at Alden Bridge, residents can enjoy weekly shopping trips and transportation to medical facilities, while Fountainwood at Lake Houston offers activities and a supportive enviro ...
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Big Thicket Lake Estates independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Thicket Lake Estates independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Thicket Lake Estates, 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.8%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
54.2%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Thicket Lake Estates 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 Big Thicket Lake Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Thicket Lake Estates, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.5%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.1%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.2%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
54.2%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
46.5%
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Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Cypress Woods and Landing at Woodland Lakes are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 68 independent living facilities near Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Big Thicket Lake Estates, Texas are Brookdale Dowlen Oaks, Cypress Woods and Landing at Woodland Lakes. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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