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The cost of independent living in Canton is about $3,689 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 92 options. Read 1560 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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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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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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We moved our parents into assisted living at Silver Creek nearly 3 years ago when my mom came out of rehab for a hip replacement. Our dad could no longer take care of her (she also had MS and was developing...
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.
Silver Creek Garland is an assisted living community located on the outskirts of Dallas in the city of Garland, Texas. This lush residential area is home to a nearby football stadium, country club, Lake Ray Hubbard, and more. It offers the perfect mix of shopping, dining, and commercial services...
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: 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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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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Cost of independent living in Canton, TX

The average cost of senior living in Canton is $3,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Tawakoni, TX with an average of $3,184 per month.

Independent living costs in Canton, TX, vs. nearby cities

Canton, TX
$3,689/mo
$3,731/mo
$3,334/mo

Independent living costs in Canton, TX, vs. state and national averages

Canton, TX
$3,689/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Canton, TX, vs. other senior living options

$4,187/mo
Independent Living
$3,689/mo

Independent living costs in Canton, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,173/mo
Studio
$4,141/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,986/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,796/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,256/mo

Senior living costs in Canton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Canton, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCanton, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,689/mo$4,247/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,102/mo$4,770/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$4,187/mo$4,935/mo$4,942/mo
Independent Living
Canton, TX:$3,689/mo
Texas:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Canton, TX:$4,102/mo
Texas:$4,770/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Canton, TX:$4,187/mo
Texas:$4,935/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Canton

Recent reviews for independent living in Canton

The Hamptons of Tyler Senior Living

4.8
My Mom has been memory care for a short time. So I would say that she seems happy and content. The staff is very helpful. She had a bad day and the head Aide came over and talked so sweetly to her! I was amazed how my mom's anxiety just left so quickly! They are a trained staff here. Also, the ...
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East Texas Alf Reunion Inn, LLC in Tyler, TX

5.0
They have activities but he doesn't participate because he's antisocial. Before his wife died they had actually lived there before so he wanted to come back. They're smaller than most places so they can pay more attention to things, they're also a local company so there was the local touch ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community environment. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and inclusive atmosphere at the community. At The Waterford at Mesquite, residents and their families express appreciation for the kindness and politeness of everyone they encounter. Additionally, several residents have formed new friendships and found ...
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Affordable and inclusive housing options. Some residents at Atria Willow Park and Brookdale Club Hill have mentioned the affordability of the housing and the variety of unit sizes. This makes the community an attractive option for seniors with different budgets and living needs.
Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents at The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Garden Estates of Tyler praise the food and dining services. They appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions and the convenience of having meals provided.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Liberty Heights offer a range of activities to keep residents active and engaged. These include both on-site activities and outings to local attractions.
Responsive and caring staff. Reviews for The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Brookdale Club Hill highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff. Residents and their families appreciate the staff's willingness to accommodate their needs and provide assistance when required.
Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Community residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and grounds, as noted in reviews for The Waterford at Mesquite, Atria Willow Park, and Liberty Heights.
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Canton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canton, 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 Canton 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 Canton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canton, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Canton 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 Canton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canton, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
42%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canton 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 Canton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canton, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.4%
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There are 92 independent living facilities near Canton, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Canton, Texas are Atria Willow Park, The Waterford at Mesquite and Garden Estates of Tyler. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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